RB Leipzig beat Schalke 04 2-0.

The Bundesliga clash took place on 31 October 2026 at the Veltins Arena in Gelsenkirchen. Both sides entered the match looking to improve their standing, but the decisive moments came from the visitors, RB Leipzig, who left the venue with a comfortable two-goal advantage.

How it unfolded

The first half remained tightly contested until the 37th minute, when RB Leipzig were awarded a penalty. Antonio Nusa stepped up and converted with a right-footed shot to the bottom left corner, giving Leipzig a 1-0 lead. The goal shifted the momentum, and Schalke 04 struggled to find a clear response.

Early in the second half, Schalke 04’s Timo Becker received a yellow card in the 51st minute for a bad foul, a reminder that the home side were under pressure to regain composure. The booking did not alter the scoreline, but it highlighted Leipzig’s growing control of the game.

Leipzig extended their lead in the 78th minute. Rômulo received the ball in the centre of the box and fired a right-footed shot to the bottom right corner. The move was set up by Antonio Nusa, who provided the assist, making the final score 2-0.

Later, in the 86th minute, Schalke 04’s Adil Aouchiche was shown a yellow card for a bad foul. The second booking came as the match wound down, and the visitors held on for the win.

Standout performers

Antonio Nusa was the key figure for RB Leipzig, scoring the opening penalty and creating the second goal with his assist for Rômulo. His involvement directly accounted for both of Leipzig’s strikes. Rômulo’s finish in the 78th minute secured the second goal and cemented the result.

Match facts

  • Final score: Schalke 04 0-2 RB Leipzig
  • Scorers: Antonio Nusa (37' penalty), Rômulo (78') – assist by Antonio Nusa
  • Bookings: Timo Becker (Schalke 04, 51'), Adil Aouchiche (Schalke 04, 86')
  • Venue: Veltins Arena, Gelsenkirchen

What it means

The two-goal win gives RB Leipzig three points from the fixture, while Schalke 04 return home without any points, reflecting a clear advantage for the visitors on the day.