What’s on the agenda?

Preußen Münster II faces Schalke U23 on Wednesday, July 8, at 11 a.m. in the Billerbeck Sports Centre. The friendly serves as summer preparation for both sides and will be live‑ticked from 10:45 a.m. For the Münster side, it marks their third preparatory match of the season.

How has the preparation looked so far?

Schalke’s U23 squad has already played two friendlies: a 0:3 loss to FC Dordrecht and a 2:0 win over Oberliga side FC Gievenbeck. Both games were held without spectators. Schalke is currently training in Billerbeck, where the clash with Preußen Münster II will take place on the grass pitch at Helker Berg 1.

Which players might stand out?

Schalke will bring in licensed players such as Tomas Kalas and loan returnees – Martin Wasinski (RFC Lüttich), Steve Noode (Titus Petingen) and Mauro Zalazar (SC Braga U23) – to train with the U23s. Preußen Münster II will rely on the youngest talents from the Regionalliga, eager to raise their level after a disappointing season end. The team’s last result was a 0:3 defeat to SV Elversberg on May 17, 2026, leaving them 18th in the 2. Bundesliga with 30 points and a recent form of LDDLL.

What does the result mean for the upcoming season?

A win could boost the Münsterers’ confidence, which is sorely needed after three straight losses (LLLDD). While they currently sit 42 points behind leaders Lokomotive Leipzig, every friendly offers a chance to test tactics and integrate new faces. Fans can expect an intense duel that may hint at who will make the next moves in the Regionalliga‑Nordost.

Where can you follow the match?

The live‑ticker kicks off at 10:45 a.m. on the Westdeutsche Allgemeine Zeitung website. Those who miss the live action will find a detailed match report later, complete with key moments and statistics. The encounter is a crucial step for both clubs to finalize their preparations before the season starts.