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.
13.11.2024 / English
Brunst takes over WhatsApp | National players on the move
The Christmas season is getting closer – and the anticipation is rising for the Darmstadt Christmas singing in the Merck Stadium at the Böllenfalltor! Advance sales for the event have already begun, we will provide you with all the information. There are also two national players in action, Fabian Nürnberger and Isac Lidberg. An English week awaits the “Zwote zwote” of SV 98. You can find out all this and much more in our weekly section „Lilies across the Board“.
+++ Alex is now admin +++
Alexander Brunst is not just a goalkeeper at SV Darmstadt 98. No, this Wednesday (November 13th) he is also working as a social media editor. The keeper takes over the official role for one day WhatsApp-Channel of the Lilien and shows you his daily training routine at the Böllenfalltor. Whether it’s a post about the daily routine, a selfie survey, training content or lunch: Alex alone is responsible for all WhatsApp messages! In order not to miss any heat posts, subscribe to the SV 98 WhatsApp channel for free.
+++ Nürnberger in action for Bulgaria +++
Fabian Nürnberger has already appeared on the pitch for the Bulgarian national team three times – and the Lilies‘ left-back is back in action for Bulgaria during the current international break. In the UEFA Nations League (League C, Group 3), there is an away game against Luxembourg on Friday (15.11/8:45pm) before the team meets group runners-up Belarus on Monday (18.11) at 8:45 p.m. at home.
These two matches are the last group games in the Nations League. Bulgaria could then continue in the knockout phase. But in a balanced group, points are urgently needed. With two wins, the Bulgarians around Nürnberger could even jump to first place and secure an excellent starting position for the next round. You can watch both games live on the DAZN streaming service.
| Position | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | GD | Points |
| 1 | Northern Ireland | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7:1 | 6 | 7 |
| 2 | Belarus | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2:1 | 1 | 6 |
| 3 | Bulgaria | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1:5 | -4 | 5 |
| 4 | Luxembourg | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1:4 | -3 | 2 |
+++ Sweden debut for Lidberg? +++
There could be a first for Isac Lidberg. The Swedish striker from SV Darmstadt 98 was called up for his home country’s senior national team this week. It is the first call-up for the Lilien attacker, who leads the top scorers list in the 2nd Bundesliga with nine goals this season. Previously, Lidberg was only used for several Swedish junior national teams. Now he could make his debut in the UEFA Nations League. The home game against Slovakia awaits on Saturday (16.11/8:45pm) – the top game of Group 1 in League C. Both teams lead the group with equal points, but Sweden has the better goal difference. Afterwards, another home game awaits the Swedish selection on Tuesday (19.11/20.45pm): The national team from Azerbaijan, who remain pointless are the visitors.
| Position | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | GD | Points |
| 1 | Sweden | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 11:3 | 8 | 10 |
| 2 | Slovakia | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8:3 | 5 | 10 |
| 3 | Estonia | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3:8 | -5 | 3 |
| 4 | Azerbaijan | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3:11 | -8 | 0 |
+++ The largest Christmas choir in southern Hesse +++
It’s going to be Christmassy at the Bölle! On December 21st, SV 98’s Stadion GmbH invites you to Christmas singing in the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor, moderated by the popular comedian Woody Feldmann. The evening’s music will be provided by the Darmstadt band Silverballs, the almost 80-strong pop choir 21 from Bergstrasse and the Mikado choir – a powerful vocal experience that will put fans in the Christmas spirit. Tickets for this special evening are already available in advance and can be purchased online as well as in the ticket shop at the Merck Stadium. If you prefer standing room, you can also find these tickets in the City Fan Shop.
+++ Point win thanks to a last-minute goal +++
Last Sunday (November 10th) the ball rolled across the pitch again in the Darmstadt district league. In the home game, the SV 98 fan team welcomed the second team from TSG Wixhausen. Thanks to a late goal from Julian Schreiber in stoppage time, the “zwote Zwote” were able to fight for a 1-1 draw and thus secure a valuable point. The team is currently in sixth place in the table.
The next games are coming up soon: On Wednesday (November 13th) at 7:30pm they will play on home court against FTG Pfungstadt II. The following Sunday (November 17th) the team will face league leaders VFR Eberstadt at 3 p.m. Both games will take place on the artificial turf pitch on Ostendstrasse in Pfungstadt. The Lilies fan team is happy about any support from both parties.
+++ Lily birthday greetings +++
Long shall they live! On Saturday (November 16th) there will be two reasons to celebrate in the Lilien family: Christopher Busse, athletic trainer at SV 98, is celebrating his 35th birthday. Marco “Toni” Sailer can also look forward to his special day on the same date. The man with the beard is 39 years old. We wish you both a happy birthday!
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.