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Freiburg claim Bundesliga summit with dramatic late win over Schalke
Freiburg climbed to the top of the Bundesliga standings after scoring a dramatic late winner against Schalke 04, securing a 2-1 victory despite playing with 10 men for much of the encounter.
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Freiburg moved to the top of the Bundesliga table on Sunday following a dramatic 2-1 victory over visiting Schalke 04 at home. The decisive goal came in the 85th minute through Keisuke Goto, who capitalised on a late opportunity to hand his side all three points.
The result was particularly impressive given that Freiburg spent a significant portion of the match operating with a numerical disadvantage after a player was sent off. Despite the reduction in numbers, the home side maintained their attacking threat and ultimately found the breakthrough when it mattered most.
The victory sees Freiburg move above their rivals and into first place in the German top-flight standings. The dramatic nature of the comeback will provide fresh momentum as the campaign continues, while Schalke 04's defeat marks a missed opportunity in their pursuit of the title race.