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Schalke 04 relegated after 30 years in Bundesliga

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April 20, 2021 Schalke 04's Malick Thiaw in action with Arminia Bielefeld's Ritsu Doan [ REUTERS]

Schalke 04 were relegated from the Bundesliga for the first time in 33 years on Tuesday after losing 1-0 to fellow strugglers Arminia Bielefeld to stay in last place, 13 points off the relegation playoff spot with only four matches remaining.

Fabian Klos's powerful 50th-minute strike sealed the fate of Schalke, who have managed only two wins in the entire season. It was another lacklustre performance from Schalke who never really threatened.

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