The lineups for FC Augsburg's first home game of the 2026/27 Bundesliga season against newly-promoted FC Schalke 04 have been confirmed. Sports.yahoo.com reported the teams on matchday, revealing the full starting formations for both sides.
Augsburg, sitting third in the table after the first matchday with three points and a goal difference of +3, deployed a 3-4-2-1 formation. Goalkeeper Finn Dahmen was protected by a back three of Maximilian Bauer, Kevin Mbabu and Felix Uduokhai. The midfield consisted of Iago, Arne Maier, Elvis Rexhbecaj and Ruben Vargas, with the attack formed by Ermedin Demirović and Fredrik Jensen behind striker Phillip Tietz.
What was Schalke's starting lineup?
Returning FC Schalke 04 also opted for the same tactical system. Manager Mike Büskens trusted Michael Langer in goal. The defensive trio was made up of Marcin Kamiński, Maya Yoshida and Thomas Ouwejan. Henning Matriciani and Derry John Murkin operated on the flanks, with the central midfield pairing of Blendi Idrizi and Tim Skarke. The creative number ten roles were taken by Bryan Lasme and Assan Ouédraogo, supporting striker Simon Terodde.
How is the current season start shaping up?
FC Augsburg began the new campaign with a clear 3:0 away victory and finds itself in the extended European qualification spots early on. The team under coach Jess Thorup has scored all three of its season goals without conceding any. This perfect start validates the pre-season hopes that Augsburg could challenge for a European place this campaign. The full current league situation can be viewed in our standings.
What does the next fixture mean for Augsburg?
The Fuggerstädter must now prepare for a demanding home match against Bayer 04 Leverkusen on September 12, 2026. Leverkusen, currently in 14th place, will be a tough test for Augsburg's early form. Plans for this and all other matches of the season can be followed on the fixtures page. After the convincing start against Schalke, the focus is now fully on preparing for this next challenge. Jess Thorup's team will try to carry the positive momentum from the first game into the encounter against Leverkusen.
