Schalke players felt the angry backlash of supporters on Tuesday night after a 1-0 defeat to Arminia Bielefeld confirmed relegation and triggered a terrifying attack which saw ultras pelt stars with eggs and fireworks.
In shocking scenes a small section of Schalke fans mobilised after the match in order to channel their fury toward their underperforming team, who will play next season in Bundesliga 2.
A 600-strong mob of Schalke fans reportedly waited for the team bus to return to their Veltins-Arena home in Gelsenkirchen at 1am before unloading a torrent of abuse, according to the Sun.