Desolate. This is how SV Darmstadt 98's home performance in the 6-0 defeat against TSG Hoffenheim can be summed up in one word. In this message you will find all the voices about the game.
“Congratulations to TSG on this more than deserved victory. At the beginning of the game, we were not ready to accept the content of this game. The things we discussed earlier were already forgotten when we conceded the first goal. Overall it was a disgrace. Performance, we failed. This is inexcusable.
“I am of course very satisfied. The boys played a good game. The 6-0 is a statement. We were very efficient today. Everyone was ready to defend. We also had enthusiasm and determination. I’m happy about that.“ Next week we have a final in front of our home crowd against FC Bayern Munich.“
“Today it wasn’t enough in so many areas – I don’t even know where to start. We had the same start as last week, which of course we wanted to avoid at all costs. We didn’t put Hoffenheim under pressure, the communication was poor and our defense was too high so we couldn’t close the gaps, but Hoffenheim got rolling. We are ahead overall down 0:6. When you have already been officially relegated and 15 players are leaving after the season, we have to accept the criticism that comes our way after this season and especially after a day like today.
“Our performance in the first half is unacceptable. It was very undisciplined, nobody on the pitch did their job. We lost the ball one after the other. It was painful to watch the game today. Every professional athlete has to be ready with your performance – regardless of whether the contract is expiring or you have a long-term contract. These are the basics you didn’t see this season. The fans have been through a lot this season and we wanted to give them something back today.“
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.
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.
Tickets for the home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on November 22nd are available for purchase now.
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
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).
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.
Tickets for the league match in Nürnberg (Nov. 7th) and the cup match in Elversberg (Oct. 27th) are available for purchase now.
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.