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Bialek signs for SV 98
The Lilies have signed another attacker: Bartosz Bialek will now be on the hunt for goals for SV 98. The Pole is already at the training camp in Bad Wörishofen and will make his first appearance on Tuesday morning.
Paul Fernie: „Bartosz possesses tremendous qualities. He’s a complete centre forward with a two-footed finish, strong heading skills, and high game intelligence. However, we’re also aware that he’s barely seen any playing time in the recent past due to injury. We’re pleased to have found a solution with Bartosz that takes this background into account. Given our current squad configuration up front, we therefore view the signing as a low-risk, high-reward move.“
Bartosz Bialek: „The discussions with the management went very well; they presented me with a clear plan. I really wanted to go to Darmstadt and therefore decided against other offers. It certainly doesn’t hurt that I already know coach Florian Kohfeldt and have a feel for what he expects from me in my position. I’m looking forward to the new challenge in Darmstadt and see it as an opportunity to show what I’m capable of after a difficult period. I feel physically fit and ready to prove myself.“
Bialek played for Zaglebie Lublin’s youth team from 2014 to 2019, making his senior debut at the age of 17. In 19 Ekstraklasa matches, he scored nine goals and provided four assists. He then moved to VfL Wolfsburg in the summer of 2020 at the age of 18. In his first season with the „Wolves,“ Bialek appeared in 19 Bundesliga matches (2 goals), also scoring in four DFB-Pokal matches and one Europa League qualifier. In the 2021/22 season, he appeared in twelve Bundesliga matches before being loaned to Vitesse Arnhem at the end of the season. There, he made 25 Eredivisie appearances (5 goals, 2 assists). In the summer of 2023, Bialek was loaned out again, this time to KAS Eupen. However, two serious injuries in the past two seasons prevented him from demonstrating his qualities over a longer period.
Bialek made a total of 22 appearances for his native Poland at youth level. He also demonstrated his goal-scoring prowess for the national team: he scored three goals in seven matches for the U19 team and four in ten matches for the U21 team.
Bialek will wear the number 27 for SV 98.
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U21 earns an important point
The long wait for a point is over! After four consecutive defeats, SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team finally secured some points. On their home turf, the young Lilies drew 1-1 against TSV Eintracht Stadtallendorf last Saturday (April 11th). Looking at the league table, it was clear even before the match that it wouldn't be easy, as a full ten places separated the two teams in the LOTTO Hessenliga standings. However, the Lilies' U21 team remained evenly matched with the seventh-placed side and collected a crucial home point.
Legends team pays another visit to Real Madrid
This match is a tradition – at least at the veterans' level: The SV Darmstadt 98 veterans team visited Real Madrid for the third time. The game was played last Thursday (April 9th) at the "Royal Whites'" training ground in the Valdebebas district of Madrid.
Starting Wednesday: Advance ticket sales for members for Karlsruhe
The season is drawing to a close, and SV Darmstadt 98's penultimate away match takes them to the Wildpark stadium. On Sunday (May 3rd, 1:30pm), SV 98 will be playing away against Karlsruher SC. We need a large turnout of Darmstadt fans to support them. Advance ticket sales for club members begin next Wednesday (April 15th) at noon. All ticket information can be found in this announcement.
Gap in the fortress wall
It happened in their 15th home game of the season. Darmstadt lost on their own turf. Deservedly so. Although SV 98 tried everything against the visitors from Hannover until the final whistle, the Lower Saxons proved too strong on Saturday evening. In our analysis, we take another look at the match.
„Hannover was better overall“
For the first time this season, SV Darmstadt 98 finished a match at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor without any points. The Lilies offered more resistance to Hannover 96's two goals in the second half. However, the pressure exerted by the South Hessians at the end proved fruitless. Read here what the players and both head coaches had to say about the defeat, which Darmstadt considered deserved overall.
First Home Defeat of the Season
Everything has to end and so the undefeated home record of SV 98 ended on Saturday night. Hannover 96 triumphed 2-0 (1-0) to hand the Lilies their first home loss of the season at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor.
Team News: Three Changes to the Team
Another top match at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. On matchday 29 (April 11th/8:30pm), Hannover 96 visits Darmstadt. For the clash with their direct league rivals, Florian Kohfeldt has made three changes to his starting eleven. The suspended Lidberg and Klefisch are replaced by Lakenmacher and Papela, and Niklas Schmidt comes in for Marco Richter. Bartosz Bialek returns to the Darmstadt 98 matchday squad for the first time this calendar year after recovering from injury.
Matchday Guide: All Information before the Hannover Game
Once again at 8:30pm, floodlights, top match, and at the Bölle! On Saturday (April 11th/8:30pm), Hannover 96 visits Darmstadt, and once again two teams from the top five meet at Nieder-Ramstädter-Straße. What do the two head coaches have to say before the match? Who will be the referee? And who will be the commentator? As usual, we've compiled all the important information about the game against the Lower Saxony side for you in "Matchday Compact."
‚A maximally cool situation‘
Florian Kohfeldt spoke at the press conference ahead of the match against Hannover 96 (April 11th/8:30pm) about the fast-paced first game, the strong opponent, and the squad. We've compiled the most important statements from our head coach for you.
Lilies support the „HEART SAFE“ initiative
At their home game on Saturday (April 11th, 8:30pm) at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor, SV Darmstadt 98 will send an important message. Together with the Björn Steiger Foundation and the German Heart Foundation, the club will promote the HERZSICHER (Heart Safe) initiative. The initiative aims to empower as many people as possible to perform CPR in the event of cardiac arrest through free 60-minute resuscitation courses. The German Football Association (DFB) is a cooperation partner.
At Bölle: ‚Lionel Richie Tribute Night‘ with Jimmie Wilson
An evening full of classics: At the "Lionel Richie Tribute Night" on June 27, 2026 (Saturday evening, doors open at 8:30pm), Jimmie Wilson will bring the greatest hits of the American soul singer live to the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. A concert evening presented by SV Darmstadt 98 Stadion GmbH in a special atmosphere – whether for singing along, dancing, or simply enjoying the music.
Opposition Check: Hannover 96
“A colourful house, a monkey, and a horse” – Pippi Longstocking isn't the only one with these mascots; these two animal friends also feature in the mascot history of Hannover 96. The club has been supported by many different animals in the past, including a monkey and a horse.