Edin Džeko (foto: Getty Images)
Edin Džeko continues in strong form with Schalke. The Bosnian striker scored again in a 1-0 win over Bielefeld, leading the promotion race in Germany’s 2. Bundesliga.
Edin Džeko continues to prove his value even at the age of 39, leading Schalke toward a possible return to the Bundesliga.
The experienced striker scored the decisive goal in a 1-0 victory against Arminia Bielefeld, securing three crucial points in the race for promotion from the 2. Bundesliga.
Džeko reacted quickly inside the penalty area after a teammate’s shot struck the crossbar. The Bosnian forward finished from close range to seal another important win for the club from Gelsenkirchen.
Since arriving during the January transfer window, the veteran forward has made an immediate impact. In seven league matches, he has recorded five goals and three assists.
Schalke hope this momentum will carry them back to Germany’s top division. The club last competed in the Bundesliga during the 2022/23 season, and their history includes seven German championship titles.
The latest victory keeps pressure on rivals Elversberg, who also won and currently sit second in the league standings.
For Džeko, the current form brings back memories of his earlier success in Germany. During his time at Wolfsburg, he led the club to the historic 2008/09 Bundesliga title, one of the greatest achievements in the club’s history.
The legendary striker from Sarajevo will celebrate his 40th birthday in less than two weeks. Despite his age, he continues to influence matches with experience, positioning, and finishing ability.
Džeko signed a contract with Schalke until the end of the season, yet he recently admitted that he feels comfortable at the club and found exactly what he expected from the move.
The captain of the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team has enjoyed a long career across Europe. His journey includes spells with Željezničar, Teplice, Wolfsburg, Manchester City, Roma, Inter, Fenerbahče, Fiorentina and now Schalke.
If his current form continues, the veteran striker could soon add another memorable chapter to an already impressive career.