Mudslide threatens Schalke's training camp in Stubaital
Schalke 04 fans and football enthusiasts can look forward to an exciting pre-season with the team's scheduled training camp in Neustift im Stubaital, Austria, from July 7 to 14, 2025. Despite a mudslide that has affected the nearby village of Gasteig, Schalke 04's camp is not reported to be disrupted.
The training camp will kick off on Monday afternoon, with the team arriving in Austria. On July 9 at 6 p.m., Schalke 04 will play a test match against Panathinaikos Athens in Schwaz, before heading to Neustift.
During their stay, Schalke 04 will face several opponents in friendly matches. On July 12 at 11 a.m., SV Wehen Wiesbaden will play against FC Schalke 04 in Neustift. Later that day, at 3 p.m., FC St. Gallen will take on Schalke 04 in Imst. On July 19 at 2 p.m., FC Schalke 04 will play against FC Twente Enschede in the Parkstadion.
The team's schedule also includes a significant event for fans. The Blue-White Night with the professional team is scheduled for Saturday, July 12, at 7 p.m. in the village center of Neustift. Schalke's fan department has prepared an extensive program for fans travelling with the team, including a fan hike, movie night, bingo night, and talks with responsible persons.
Schalke 04's first official match of the season will take place on August 1, 2023, with the team playing against Hertha BSC on the 1st matchday. The team will also face FC Sevilla on August 1 at 5 p.m., in a match that is sure to attract attention.
Meanwhile, the affected area of Gasteig, which is approximately 9 kilometers north of Schalke 04's training camp, has been dealing with the aftermath of a mudslide. Residents have been evacuated and told to go to the first floor. The current weather forecast predicts unsettled weather until Wednesday.
Despite the local incident, Schalke 04 fans can rest assured that the team's training camp in Neustift im Stubaital is proceeding as planned. Let's hope for clear skies and exciting matches as Schalke 04 prepares for the new season!
- Schalke 04's pre-season training schedule includes a friendly match against SV Wehen Wiesbaden on July 12 in European leagues, specifically at 11 a.m. in Neustift.
- The team's pre-season in Austria will be filled with various events, such as the test match against Panathinaikos Athens on July 9 and the Blue-White Night on July 12, which is a significant event for fans in the village center of Neustift.
- As Schalke 04 prepares for the new season with their training camp in Austria, fans and enthusiasts should keep an eye on the weather forecast as Gasteig, approximately 9 kilometers north of the camp, is currently experiencing unsettled weather due to a mudslide.
