Schalke's victory was sealed in the 103rd minute when Maximilian Wöber finished off a swift counterattack after a pass from substitute Hee Chan Hwang. The hosts had pulled one back in the 96th minute through Tim Skarke, but Union's late comeback attempt was ultimately thwarted by Schalke's goalkeeper Loris Karius.
Schalke's Adil Aouchiche was a key figure in the match, scoring two goals and earning 238 points in the Fantasy Heroes rankings. Union's Tom Rothe also impressed, scoring a goal and earning 210 points in the Fantasy Heroes rankings.
The win sees Schalke move up the Bundesliga table, while Union Berlin remain in search of their first win of the season.