The final matchdays of the Bundesliga and 2. Bundesliga are officially on the calendar, much to the relief of football fans across Germany. The German Football League (DFL) announced the timing for the last four matchdays of the current season, providing crucial information for clubs and supporters as they gear up for the end of a thrilling season.
For Schalke 04, their final matches promise to test their mettle as they fight for their league position. Schalke will kick off this critical period with a match against 1. FC Kaiserslautern on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at 13:30, marking a significant showdown in their campaign. Shortly after, they will host SC Paderborn in Gelsenkirchen on Friday evening, May 2, 2025, at 18:30, before facing Fortuna Düsseldorf at their rival's ground on Saturday, May 10, at 13:00.
The season culminates in a traditional finale where all teams will be in action simultaneously on Sunday, May 18, with matches beginning at 15:30. This climactic scheduling ensures that fan excitement and engagement will peak as teams secure their fates in both the fight for promotion and the battle against relegation.
Meanwhile, in the Bundesliga, giants FC Bayern are set to showcase their dominance in the season's closing stages. They will host Mainz 05 for a key fixture in Munich on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 15:30. Following that, Bayern will travel to RB Leipzig on May 3, where they will meet at the same kickoff time. Fans will also look forward to Bayern's final big clash against Borussia Mönchengladbach during the 33rd match round, scheduled for Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 18:30.
Bayer Leverkusen is another team of interest, with their matches lined up against FC Augsburg on April 26 at 15:30 and a critical showdown against Borussia Dortmund on Sunday, May 11, at 15:30. Leverkusen's games promise to contribute to an exciting finish to their campaign as they vie for a top-tier position.
In the 2. Bundesliga, Hamburger SV is in a thrilling battle for promotion. They have a crucial match against SSV Ulm on Saturday, May 10, at 20:30, which could mark their return to top-flight football after seven long years. The outcome of this match is critical, not just for them but also for their rivals, including 1. FC Köln, who will challenge FC Nürnberg the previous Friday, May 9, at 18:30, and SC Paderborn, facing Magdeburg on the same day at 13:00.
This schedule not only establishes a clear timeline for fans and clubs but also heightens the stakes as teams enter this final phase with much to play for. With every match representing not only a chance for victory but also an opportunity to fulfill season-long aspirations, the anticipation builds. As the clock ticks down to the end of the season, the pressure mounts on every team involved, and supporters across the league are set to be treated to an electrifying conclusion to the football season.
This structured match schedule reflects the DFL's commitment to providing clarity as teams make their final pushes toward their season objectives. Fans are encouraged to mark their calendars and prepare for what promises to be a memorable series of matches.
