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Aleksandar Vukotic in Portrait
The seventh newcomer for the 2024/25 season is central defender Aleksandar Vukotic. The 28-year-old is moving from SV Wehen Wiesbaden to Darmstadt and with a height of over two meters, probably has the best qualifications for a central defender. We took a closer look at our new defensive player and would like to introduce you to Aleksandar.
Aleksandar definitely has the right height for a central defender at the Böllenfalltor: the Serbian-born player is 2.01 meters tall and was the tallest player in the 2nd Bundesliga last season. „It’s definitely an advantage, especially in set piece situations,“ said the Lilies‘ seventh summer signing in an interview with Transfermarkt.de at the beginning of the year.
Vukotic, who was born in Kraljevo, was one of the best defensive headers in the 2nd Bundesliga last year, and from matchday eight onwards he was an absolute regular at SV Wehen Wiesbaden. “I waited for my chance and got it in the cup game against Leipzig. I would say I did a good job from then on,” said the central defender, looking back on last year’s start to the season in an interview with the online portal.
The defensive giant was trained in Serbia, in 2015 he moved to FK Krupa in Bosnia, and in 2018 he took the next step to Belgium. The now 28-year-old told Transfermarkt.de that he not only had the offer from the Hessian capital on the table in the summer of 2023, but could also have returned to Bosnia. “The football in Bosnia is not the best and Germany is a dream for professionals. And from the first moment I felt accepted by everyone here,” says Vukotic.
Now there is another change, even if this time the moving distance is particularly short. Vukotic is looking forward to his new role with the Darmstadt team: “I am happy to be able to continue playing in the 2nd league. I can’t wait to get to know everyone and then get started on the field with the team. I want to help the team with my style of play and do my part to ensure that Darmstadt is successful in the coming season.”
Welcome to Darmstadt, Aleksandar!
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Stolperstein tour commemorates Jewish club members
On Tuesday evening (October 13th), the SilberLilien took part in SV Darmstadt 98’s Stolperstein tour for the first time. Along the approximately six-kilometre route, the participants made several stops to learn more about the fates of Jewish club members who were persecuted and driven out during the Holocaust.
New breadth for the future and commemorating the past
From new grassroots sports offerings and a look back at the club's history to birthdays and the latest updates from the media briefing—there is plenty to report from SV Darmstadt 98 again this week. In "Lilien Across the Board," we round up the news, insights, and stories from life at the club.
Secure your tickets now: Home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on general sale.
Tickets for the home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on November 22nd are available for purchase now.
Well-deserved victory for the Young Lilies
SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team proved their mettle at home against KSV Hessen Kassel II in the Hessenliga on Sunday (Oct. 11th). After a convincing 90-minute performance, the Young Lilies secured another three points, finishing with a decisive 4–0 victory that lifts them to sixth place in the standings.
With the right mindset and positive development
The Lilies overturned an early deficit to celebrate a 3–1 home victory against Energie Cottbus—a win that boosts confidence and confirms the progress being made. Read our analysis to find out why there is still work to be done and what positives SV 98 takes away from the match.
Krombacher Böllenfalltor-GOAL-Bonus
This season, too, Lilien fans will be doubly rewarded for every home goal scored by SV Darmstadt 98. In addition to the joy and excitement of the goals, the team's supporters will receive 98 litres of Krombacher Pils for every home goal scored by Darmstadt at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor.
„Didn’t lose our heads after falling behind early“
After the international break, Darmstadt 98 returned to the Bölle with a home win! Against Energie Cottbus, SV Darmstadt 98 put on a spirited performance in front of their home crowd and rewarded themselves with three points after an intense match. We've compiled the post-match reactions for you here:
Game turned around! A spirited home win!
Despite falling behind, Darmstadt secured their second consecutive home win! Darmstadt defeated Energie Cottbus 3-1 (1-1). The home side equalised after conceding an early goal in the four-minute period through Weißhaupt before halftime. Vukotic headed his team into the lead in the second half, before Lührs sealed the victory with the third goal. This home win brings Darmstadt's season total to seven points.
Team News: Two Changes to the Team
Homegame at Böllenfalltor (10/10, 1pm): Florian Kohfeldt has made two changes to his starting XI compared to the away match in Wolfsburg three weeks ago. Richter and Mikelbrencis come into the starting lineup for Sickinger (calf issues) and Lannert (illness).
Matchday Guide: All Information before the Cottbus Game
On Saturday afternoon (October 10th, 1pm), SV 98 hosts Energie Cottbus at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor for Matchday 7. What do the two head coaches have to say ahead of kick-off? Who is officiating the match, and where can you follow the action live? As always, we have compiled all the key information regarding the game against Cottbus in our "Matchday Guide" feature.
Secure your tickets now: 1. FC Nürnberg vs. SV Elversberg – general sale!
Tickets for the league match in Nürnberg (Nov. 7th) and the cup match in Elversberg (Oct. 27th) are available for purchase now.
Organisational information for the home match against Cottbus
For the upcoming home match on Saturday (October 10th, 2026, at 1pm), SV 98 asks you to take note of the following information. Since the start of the season, we have been offering dedicated entrances for women at the west side of the stadium. Additionally, there is a "Bölle Bande" family entrance with easier access at the Karl-Hess-Platz entrance. Please also take note of the information provided by HEAG regarding the autumn break.