The sporting crisis at promotion favorites FC Schalke 04 continues. Despite taking a 2-0 lead in the 2nd division against relegation candidates Dynamo Dresden, the local club was unable to overcome a 2-2 (0-0) draw. It was the fifth game without a win for Schalke, who remain top of the table for the time being. In the evening, Darmstadt 98 had the chance to overtake them with a win against 1. FC Kaiserslautern. Despite the points, Dresden occupy a relegation place in 17th place.
After a brace from star striker Edin Dzeko (52nd and 70th minute) on his starting debut, Schalke were already 2-0 up. However, an own goal from Hasan Kurucay (78') and a late equalizer from Dynamo central defender Thomas Keller (87') gave the Saxons a point in their relegation battle.
