Hansa Rostock and Schalke gear up for new season with test matches and fresh signings

Hansa Rostock coach Daniel Brinkmann discussed the club's upcoming preseason test match against Watford in England and highlighted the strong supporter enthusiasm for the trip, calling it a “premiere” for the team. He noted that the match will give new players a better sense of the club’s atmosphere and that the team is seen as a top promotion favourite for the 2026/27 season.

At Schalke, defender Timo Becker praised the summer arrival of Robin Gosens, describing his journey as a “crazy career” and expressing confidence that the new signing will help the club maintain its league status. Becker also commented on other recent arrivals, emphasizing the importance of hard work and morale as the team prepares for the new campaign.