17.03.2026 / English
A complete success: 5th tree planting campaign by SV 98 and Krombacher
Working together for nature conservation: For the fifth time, SV Darmstadt 98 and premium partner Krombacher organized a reforestation campaign as part of the "Under the Sign of the Lily" initiative. Last Sunday (March 15), around 60 Darmstadt fans traveled by bus from Darmstadt to participate in the planting project in a wooded area in the municipality of Kleinwallstadt, in the district of Hausen. Supported by Darmstadt professional Grayson Dettoni, the volunteers planted approximately 3,500 young trees. Local experts provided the necessary equipment, while the Krombacher Brewery catered for the participants.
A small group of hunting horn players opened the event. After all participants had gathered, Forestry Director Jost Arnold and his team gave a brief introduction – Jonas Baum from Krombacher also welcomed the Darmstadt fans. Then it was time to get to work: Divided into two groups, the volunteers planted around 3,500 seedlings, including silver firs and red oaks, making an important contribution to the sustainable reforestation of local forests. Grayson Dettoni was also among the participants and actively helped with the planting.
After the work was done, the participants enjoyed refreshments and delicious food provided by the Krombacher Brewery. Many also took advantage of the well-deserved break to get an autograph from Dettoni, take a photo together, or simply chat with the Lilies‘ winter signing in a relaxed atmosphere.
Before finally heading home, each volunteer received a wool jacket from SV Darmstadt 98 as a small token of appreciation for their outstanding efforts.
Together for nature conservation
The tree planting campaign is part of the „We Lilies – Together for Nature Conservation“ project. Since the start of their partnership, the Krombacher Brewery and SV Darmstadt 98 have organized various events, including these regular tree planting campaigns. This fifth planting campaign demonstrates the continuous commitment of SV Darmstadt 98 and its partner Krombacher to nature conservation. With this year’s plantings, the total number of saplings planted has grown to approximately 18,500. Everyone involved is already looking forward to the next campaign in 2027.
Patricia Heuwerth, Partner Management & CSR at SV 98: “This project is very important to us at SV Darmstadt 98. We are all the more delighted to see the enthusiasm with which the Lilies fans participate in such large numbers. Together with our premium partner Krombacher, we can make a valuable contribution to nature in our region. A big thank you also goes to the team on site for their support.”
Jonas Baum, Sponsorship Manager at Krombacher: “As part of our partnership with SV98, we are actively involved together under the banner of the Lilies and want to implement measures that have an impact beyond match day. The tree planting campaign is a good example of this: It connects fans, the club, and us as a partner in a very concrete way on site and at the same time makes a direct contribution to nature conservation. With many motivated Lilies fans, we bring this commitment to life year after year – and we will continue on this path in the future.”
Exclusively for club members – your jersey with your own membership number
Probably the most personalised Darmstadt 98 jersey in the club's history! SV Darmstadt 98 will wear an exclusive members' jersey against SV Elversberg on matchday 31. The special feature: Every member who purchases the jersey has their personal membership number printed on it.
„I couldn’t be more grateful“
More than 8,600 kilometres as the crow flies separate San Antonio and Darmstadt. Landry Walker embarked on the long journey from Texas to southern Hesse on March 8th. The 16-year-old midfielder was trained at San Antonio FC, the partner club of SV Darmstadt 98, and has been immersed in the world of the Lilies (Darmstadt's nickname) over the past few days. We look back at the visit of the American U17 international.
SVD vs. Schalke: Win ENTEGA fan seats
Our premium partner ENTEGA is once again providing unique stadium experiences this season. For every home game, you can win two VIP fan seats in the main stand and also gain access to the ENTEGA VIP lounge. The application deadline for the match against Schalke 04 is Thursday (March 19th) at 12 noon.
U21: Bitter defeat against SC 1960 Hanau
A narrow defeat. On Sunday (March 15th/3pm), SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team suffered a 1-0 away loss against SC 1960 Hanau. You can read the match report for the 23rd Hessenliga matchday here.
Season finale at the Bölle || Hannover and Paderborn sold out
We fought together. We celebrated together. We scored points together and celebrated spectacular football festivals. This season, our Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor has once again become a true blue and white fortress. We were on the pitch, and you were in the stands. In 13 home games, we remained undefeated 13 times. Let's keep it that way in the final stretch of the season!
A point won
Darmstadt were the weaker team for 60 minutes in Magdeburg, but showed an impressive response to falling behind and ultimately took a point back to southern Hesse. In our analysis, we look at the turbulent minutes after going behind 1-0 and explain the reasons why Darmstadt struggled to gain control of the game for so long.
„We’ll take the point, even though we would have liked to win.“
It was the expectedly tricky away game: Against a passionate home side who demanded everything from Darmstadt, SV 98 took a point on matchday 26. After the break, Fabian Nürnberger was particularly in the spotlight, first scoring an own goal and then the equaliser. Read about his own experience of the evening and how the other key players assessed the 1-1 draw in the post-match interviews.
Sharing of points in Magdeburg
SV Darmstadt 98 added to their points tally on matchday 26, securing a point with a 1-1 (0-0) draw against 1. FC Magdeburg. Substitute Nürnberger scored for the visitors in the 67th minute. This brings the South Hessians‘ season total to 49 points.
Team News: Pfeiffer and Holland move into the team
Friday evening in Magdeburg. Darmstadt 98 visit Magdeburg for their 26th matchday fixture. Florian Kohfeldt has made two changes to his starting eleven compared to the home win against Kiel. Patric Pfeiffer returns to the team after serving his suspension, with Aleksandar Vukotić taking his place on the bench. Fabian Holland also replaces Merveille Papela in the starting lineup. Fabian Nürnberger is back in the squad for the first time since the Braunschweig match (February 14th), while Raoul Petretta is unavailable due to knee problems.
Matchday Guide: All Information for the Magdeburg Game
Friday evening. Floodlights. Darmstadt 98 travel to Magdeburg for the 26th matchday of the 2. Bundesliga. Kick-off is at 6:30pm on Friday (March 13th). What do both head coaches have to say before the match? Who will referee the game? And who will be on the commentary team for Sky? As usual, we've compiled all the important information about the match in Magdeburg for you in our "Matchday Guide" overview.
„We’re eager to win an away game.“
Ahead of Friday evening's match (March 13th/6:30pm), Florian Kohfeldt assesses 1. FC Magdeburg's playing style, provides a personnel update, and looks at his own team's preparations for the game. We have summarised the most important statements from our head coach's press conference here.
Fan Information for the Magdeburg Game
The journey from stadium to stadium is a good 466 kilometres, a distance SV Darmstadt 98 has to cover for their away match against 1. FC Magdeburg. On Friday evening (March 13th/6:30pm), the Lilies will be guests in the capital of Saxony-Anhalt for the 25th matchday of the second division. To help you prepare for your trip and everything else, here's the information you need for your visit to the stadium.