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Away Win! Lilien Victorious in Nürnberg
The spell is broken! The Lilies win 0-1 (0-0) at 1. FC Nürnberg, celebrating their first away win since November 2024.
In the first quarter of an hour, spectators were treated to a largely evenly matched game in which neither team was able to make a clear impact. The Lilies had three shots, but they weren’t dangerous. Soares had the first shot for Nürnberg after 19 minutes, but his long-range effort flew just wide.
In the 24th minute, Marco Richter came close to giving SVD the lead: Following a cross from Luca Marseiler, the new signing volleyed the ball but was denied by a strong save from Reichert in the home team’s goal. The Lilies had a slight advantage overall, but the South Hesse side couldn’t capitalise.
The game remained rather uneventful until halftime. Both teams neutralised each other for long stretches, and significant scoring opportunities were rare. Thus, the halftime break came without any major highlights.
After the break, the best chance of the game up to that point: Kai Klefisch played Hiroki Akiyama free in the penalty area, and the Japanese player aimed for the far corner, but keeper Reichert also parried this attempt, 3 minutes after the break. At the other end, substitute Telalovic also had a chance, but from a good position he couldn’t get the ball on target.
The game picked up significantly in the second half, but after the early chances, there were no clear shots on goal from either side. It wasn’t until just over an hour later that the danger returned: Following a free kick, Clemens Riedel fired the ball over the bar from a promising position in the 62nd minute. Shortly thereafter, the hosts had room for a counterattack, but Marcel Schuhen confidently parried Janisch’s shot.
Twenty minutes before the end, another double-double of chances came: First, Fabian Nürnberger’s long-range shot was saved by the keeper (70′), then Telalovic put the ball wide of the goal at the other end (71′). The hosts‘ best attempt came five minutes later, but Schuhen prevented the goal with a strong reflex save from a header by Robin Knoche.
In the closing stages, Nürnberg pushed harder for the lead, but in the 88th minute, Marcel Schuhen saved his team with a brilliant save, deflecting Gruber’s powerful header onto the crossbar. In the fourth minute of stoppage time, the Lilies then landed a lucky punch: Fraser Hornby cut the ball into the path of Killian Corredor, who decisively entered the penalty area and secured the 1-0 away win with a precise shot.
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Merck Autograph Session: With Pfeiffer, Klefisch and Lakenmacher
Autographs, photos, and personal encounters with the Lilies: You'll have the opportunity to do so on Thursday (May 7th) from 5pm to 6pm. As part of an autograph session presented by Merck, Patric Pfeiffer, Kai Klefisch, and Fynn Lakenmacher will be at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. You'll also receive a ten percent discount in the fan shop during this time.
Disappointment & pride
Darmstadt's 2-1 defeat at Karlsruher SC also ended any remaining theoretical hopes the South Hessian club had of finishing the season in the top three. The loss at the Wildpark stadium served somewhat as a symbol for the past few weeks, during which SV 98 had only managed one point from five matches since the international break in March. Following the game on Sunday afternoon, the Darmstadt players addressed the assembled media representatives with mixed feelings.
Merx hat trick: U21 deservedly wins at Hünfelder SV
Three points! SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team secured a victory in the Lotto Hessenliga on Saturday afternoon (May 2nd). In their match against Hünfelder SV, the young Lilies overcame an early deficit to clinch a convincing 3-1 win. This result puts the U21 team currently outside the relegation zone. "Our trend is clearly upward," said a delighted U21 coach Sebastian Schmitt.
HBRS and SV 98: Cooperation extended indefinitely
The successful collaboration between the Hessian Disabled and Rehabilitation Sports Association (HBRS) and SV Darmstadt 98 will continue long-term: Both partners have extended their existing agreement to promote inclusive sports indefinitely. This sends a clear signal for the sustainable development of inclusion and disability sports in Hesse.
„We must take the lead in the first half.“
A bitter end in Karlsruhe: After 90 entertaining minutes in which both teams sought salvation in attack, Darmstadt suffered a narrow defeat. The final score was 2-1 after a late goal from the home side, following Isac Lidberg's earlier equaliser. After the match, the players were particularly frustrated with the missed opportunities in the first half.
Lilies lose in Karlsruhe
The away form continues to be poor: SV 98 suffered a 2-1 (0-0) defeat against Karlsruher SC. Lidberg scored the equaliser for the team from southern Hesse in the 70th minute.
Team News: Five Changes in the Team
Darmstadt 98 visit Karlsruher SC on matchday 32 (May 3rd, 1:30 PM). Florian Kohfeldt has made five changes to his starting lineup. Killian Corredor replaces the injured Fraser Hornby, Aleksandar Vukotic comes in for the suspended Patric Pfeiffer, and Fabian Holland starts in place of Matej Maglica, who is sidelined with an ankle injury. Merveille Papela and Niklas Schmidt also join the team, replacing Sergio Lopez and Yosuke Furukawa. In addition to Hornby, Pfeiffer, and Maglica, Darmstadt will also be without the injured Matthias Bader, Fabian Nürnberger, and Luca Marseiler.
Matchday Guide: All Information before KSC Game
Finally, the weekend is here, finally Sunday! On Sunday afternoon (May 3rd, 1:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98 will face Karlsruher SC away. What do the two coaches have to say about the match, who will be refereeing, and where can you watch it if you're not at the stadium? All the important information about the Lilies' 32nd matchday is compiled for you here in "Matchday Guide".
Paul Fernie extends his contract long-term and moves up to a management position.
Continuity in sporting management: SV Darmstadt 98 has extended Paul Fernie's contract early and for the long term. As part of the contract extension, the current sporting director will move into the club's management board and will now serve as managing director of sport.
„You’ve seen horses vomit before.“
Our head coach spoke at the press conference before the away game against Karlsruher SC (May 3rd/1:30pm) about the mental freshness of his team, the course of action for the remaining games and his coaching colleague, whose commitment to KSC will end after six years this season.
Opposition Check: Karlsruher SC
Left hook, 'One hundred and eightyyyyyyy', and hand over the baton. Doesn't sound like football – and that's true. KSC is often associated with professional football, but with the sheer number of titles the club has won, it's worth looking beyond the pitch. Titles from Baden-Württemberg to Rome.
U21: A Herculean effort whilst down to 10 men wasn’t enough
In a rescheduled Lotto Hessenliga match, SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team hosted SV Hummetroth at their youth academy on Wednesday evening (April 29th) but unfortunately came away empty-handed. Despite a spirited performance and playing with one man less, the score after 90 minutes was 3-1 in favour of Hummetroth.