Schalke 04 had one of its best ever seasons, winning the German Cup.

They almost won the league too, hindered only by a late Patrik Andersson free kick for Bayern Munich in stoppage time against Hamburg.

Nonetheless, Schalke still qualified for the Champions League for the first time.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.