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Schalker Markt starts fundraising campaign for Ulli Potofski's funeral
Ulli Potofski, the famous sports reporter from Gelsenkirchen, died on August 3, 2025. Donations are being collected for his funeral at the Schalke fan field.
Schalker Markt starts fundraising campaign for Ulli Potofski's funeral
On August 3, 2025, Ulli Potofski died at the age of 73 after a difficult illness. Known and appreciated for his many years as a sports reporter, Potofski leaves a gap in German football journalism. Born in 1952 in Gelsenkirchen, he moderated the football program “Anpfiff” on RTL from 1988, followed by the series “Auf Schalke” from 1998 to 2002. Most recently, he worked as a reporter for “Sky” and inspired people with his knowledge and passion for football, which went far beyond his own fate.
His wish was to be buried in the “Schalker Fan Field” - a special place that was set up in 2012 and offers the loyal fans of FC Schalke 04 a respite in the club colors blue and white. Unfortunately, Potofski died impoverished and at the end of his life did not have the financial resources necessary to fulfill his last request. This was the reason for the “Schalker Markt” foundation to launch an appeal for donations to finance the funeral. The honorable association is offering a special price for the urn grave: 2,800 euros, instead of the usual 7,000 euros, which significantly reduces the financial burden reports Bunte.
A lasting legacy in football
FC Schalke 04 itself has already honored Potofski and highlighted his decisive influence on football reporting. His devotion to football and his ability to bring the most exciting games to life were well known. According to reports, he was active in his profession well into his 70s and had a significant influence on the reporting. The Schalke Market Foundation has also supported the reburial of Schalke legend Stan Libuda in 2022, which shows how important it is for the fans and the club to pay their last respects to their loyal supporters. Potofski will rest in his hometown of Gelsenkirchen, close to numerous colleagues and club legends informs Focus.
At a time when television plays a central role in Bundesliga football coverage, we remember personalities like Potofski, who brought the sport to life. From his point of view, the development of reporting from the beginning of the ARD Sportschau to today has ensured an unforgettable liveliness in the sports broadcasts, a quality that has become increasingly important in many new formats describes Reuffel.
The commitment and support for Ulli Potofski shows how strongly the community of fans and the club stand together in critical moments. There is still much work to be done to secure his final resting place. We ask everyone who was associated with Potofski to support this good cause. Every donation counts and brings us closer to giving him the farewell he deserves.