Sunday, 22nd May, 2011
Schalke ended their season on a high by beating 2.Bundesliga side Duisburg 5-0 in the German Cup final yesterday.
The Ruhr club had endured a miserable season in the Bundesliga, even battling relegation at one point. In cup competitions the story could not have been more different however, with a run to the semi-finals of the Champions League backed up by winning the German Cup.
"We played a very focused match and in the end it was a clear victory", said Schalke boss Ralf Rangnick.
"Obviously it’s very pleasing to end the season with a trophy. We are very proud of the team."
Schalke can now look forward to the 2011/12 season with relish and are expected to put in a much improved showing, with a Bundesliga title challenge a possibility if Rangnick can strengthen in the right areas over the summer.
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