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.”
“Our belief in this path is immense.”
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Home game against Hannover! On matchday 3, Darmstadt 98 will host the ambitious Lower Saxons at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. Florian Kohfeldt has made three changes to his starting lineup compared to the victory in Jena. Hiroki Akiyama replaces the suspended Kai Klefisch, while Nicolas Verkooijen (making his first start) and Yosuke Furukawa start in place of Carlo Sickinger and Manolo Merx.
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Weekend, Lilies fever! On Sunday (August 30th/1:30pm), the Lilies have their third matchday on the schedule. Hannover 96, the club from the Lower Saxon capital, will be visiting the Bölle. What do the two head coaches have to say before kickoff? Who will be refereeing the match? And where can you watch the game? As usual, we've compiled all the important information about the match against Hannover in our "Matchday Guide"
Transfer News: Mikelbrencis strengthens SV 98
One day before their home game against Hannover 96, Darmstadt 98 have announced another new signing. William Mikelbrencis will now wear the SV 98 jersey. The 22-year-old Frenchman was under contract with Hamburger SV until June 30th.
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In the press conference before the second home game of the still young season, our head coach spoke about, among other things, our team's attacking play and the past week. As usual, you can find the most important statements before the match against Hannover 96 (August 30th/1:30pm) here for you.
Opposition Check: Hannover 96
A second-division team on the Berlin Mount Olympus: Hannover 96 achieved something unique in 1992. On May 23, the Lower Saxony club defeated Borussia Mönchengladbach in the DFB Cup final, securing another major title in the club's history 38 years after their German championship win in 1954. Hannover became the first and, to this day, only "true" second-division team to win the DFB Cup, causing one of the biggest upsets in the competition's history.
Jonathan Heimes Square is officially opened
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Facts & Figures: The top stats about the Hannover game
Darmstadt's league campaign resumes on Sunday (August 30th). Their opponent? Hannover 96! Hannover 96 have lost more often to Darmstadt than to any other team in the 2. Bundesliga. All the other facts and figures surrounding the match can be found here.
Fan Information for the Home Game against Hannover
On Sunday (August 30, 2026, 1:30pm), SV 98 asks you to take note of the following information for the upcoming home game. Starting this season, we will be offering women's entrances at the west entrances. Additionally, there is a Bölle Bande family entrance with easier access at the Karl-Hess-Platz entrance.
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Tour of Historic Venues
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