Lilies win in Walldorf
SV Darmstadt 98 won their fourth pre-season friendly. The Lilies defeated regional league side FC-Astoria Walldorf 4-1 (0-0) after 120 minutes.
25.10.2024 / English
“Bring the same energy to the pitch”
The journalists present asked the questions, Florian Kohfeldt provided the answers: The press conference took place on Friday morning (October 25th) before the home game of SV Darmstadt 98 against SSV Ulm (October 27th/1:30pm). The Lilien's head coach spoke about the duel on Sunday, the upcoming opponent and the inner workings of the team after the win against Köln. We have summarised the most important statements for you.
Personnel update: Klaus Gjasula is out due to illness. Fabian Holland, Matthias Bader, Paul Will and Christoph Zimmermann are still missing.
... about the Ulm game on Sunday:
It’s a game with a certain emotional starting point that you have to grasp. We had a Friday evening game against 1. FC Köln and had not won a home game in 383 days. We settled the issue with the win. The big challenge for us on Sunday is that we all bring the same energy to the pitch – we and the entire stadium. We will need that against a very well-organised opponent. We want to win here on Sunday. We will certainly have opportunities to do this too. But we will only succeed if we bring the same energy to the pitch as we did last Friday.
... about content in the game against Ulm:
Different things will be required against Ulm than against Köln. We will have the ball more, but at the same time less space. We have to work a lot harder on speed on offense. We have to be extremely careful when it comes to counter-protection and counter-pressing. These are great strengths of the people of Ulm. They are a physically large team that can create danger through set pieces. At the same time, Ulm has also conceded one or two set-piece goals in the last few weeks. We have to be alert on offense and take advantage of our chances. I’m really looking forward to this game because it will require a different facet from us.
... to the upcoming opponent:
Ulm has a very good defense. They are extremely strong in running and tackling. They have the best tackle rate of all second division teams. SSV Ulm is a large, traditional club that has experienced remarkable development. We look forward to Sunday with great respect, but also with great joy.
... about the distribution of roles within the team:
We have a very high level of role satisfaction in the team. Of course, everyone has the right to be on the starting grid permanently. Every professional must have this claim. But we currently have a lot of players who understand their role in the team structure so that we can be successful as a team. Everyone has had their own personal successes and positive moments in the last few weeks. Then it becomes easier to fit into certain roles. Nevertheless, everyone has to have the right to show me that they want to be in the starting line-up at the weekend.
... about the team after the Köln game:
Of course we had a relaxed atmosphere on Friday evening and also on Saturday. We enjoyed the victory for a day. With the start of the new week I felt concentration and focus again. Ideally, we take away self-confidence and clarity from such games. What we must not take with us is laxity, that would be fatal. I didn’t notice any decrease in intensity or concentration. We have had a critical analysis. Overall, it was a convincing performance. Nevertheless, we had to work through a few topics. And we hope that we can take a step forward again against Ulm – even if it will be a different game.
After the friendly match: Meet & Greet at the training camp
Attention Lilien fans: During SV Darmstadt 98’s training camp in Bad Wörishofen (Allgäu region)—taking place from July 19th to July 26th, 2026—there will once again be an opportunity to meet the team, chat with the players, and, of course, get autographs and photos. The fan meet-up is scheduled for Saturday, July 25th, following the friendly match against SG Sonnenhof Großaspach. Kick-off for the match is at 12pm.
Transfer News: Lannert Becomes Part of the Lilies
SV 98 remains active in the transfer market. The "Lilies" have signed Christopher Lannert from Arminia Bielefeld.
Intensive Week of Friendlies | Media Day at the Bölle
Friendly matches, fundraising campaigns, and plenty of photos—that’s what the week looked like for SV 98 and the club’s community. Between their 5–1 victory over FC Homburg and the upcoming friendly in Walldorf this Friday (July 17), the „Lilies“ showed their best side for the cameras. In addition, the SV 98 legends team will face an Odenwald select squad on Sunday (July 19th). You can also win great prizes in competitions taking place in Erbach and at the pop-up store in downtown Darmstadt. Lilies Across the Board brings you all the latest news from life at SV 98.
Bundesliga Confirms Matchdays 3 to 6
The Bundesliga finalised the match schedules for matchdays three through six on Wednesday (July 15th): Darmstadt's home game against Hannover 96 on matchday three will take place on Sunday. This will be followed by their away game against 1. FC Kaiserslautern on Saturday at 1pm. The home game against Arminia Bielefeld on Friday evening and the away game in Wolfsburg, also on Friday evening, have also been confirmed.
Transfer News: Kleinhansl Signs for SV 98
The Lilies can welcome another new arrival at the Böllenfalltor: Florian Kleinhansl will now wear the SV 98 jersey. The 25-year-old joins on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract with 1. FC Kaiserslautern on June 30th.
Lilies continue their scoring spree
Third test, third clear victory. SV 98 won the match against FC 08 Homburg 5-1 (3-0).
Focused Energy becomes a premium partner of SV 98
SV Darmstadt 98 and the fusion energy company Focused Energy are entering into an official partnership. The aim of the collaboration is to more closely link top-level football and high technology from the Darmstadt region and to jointly generate momentum for innovation and future societal issues.
Transfer News: Corredor moves to Nantes
Killian Corredor will be playing in his home country again in the future. SV 98 has reached an agreement with FC Nantes on the transfer of the Frenchman.
Logistical information for the home match against Homburg
On Tuesday (July 14, 6pm), SV Darmstadt 98 hosts Regionalliga side FC Homburg and asks fans to take note of the following information.
Starting Wednesday: Member pre-sale for the first home match against Kiel
A home game against KSV! SV Darmstadt 98 hosts Holstein Kiel for the opening matchday of the 2. Bundesliga season this Saturday (August 8 at 1pm). Here’s how you can be there: the member pre-sale for the new season's first home game begins this coming Wednesday (July 15) at 12pm —available online and at the ticket shop at the Merck-Stadion, as usual. You can find all further details in this announcement.
Digital prize draw for the Krombacher BöllenfallTOR-Goal Bonus
For every home goal scored by the "Lilies," SV Darmstadt 98 fans were doubly rewarded during the recent 2025/26 second-division season. Beyond the joy and excitement, supporters received 98 litres of Krombacher Pils for every goal Darmstadt scored at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor.