„It’s a shame that we just didn’t score the goals“

Believed in it until the end, fought for home points until the end. But in the end, the lilies in the Merck Stadium at the Böllenfalltor are left with nothing to count. SV 98 had to admit defeat against VfB Stuttgart with 1:2 (0:1). The Darmstadt protagonists were disappointed at the microphones after the final whistle, especially because they were more than equal to the third-place team in the Bundesliga. We have summarised all the voices about the game for you.

„Three points would give us a massive push“

What is the mood within the team? How does Torsten Lieberknecht view his upcoming opponent? And which staff is available to him for the away game at Werder Bremen (February 24th/3:30pm) The head coach of SV Darmstadt 98 provided the appropriate answers to these and other questions at the press conference on Thursday (February 22). Here are the most important statements.

Statement on the termination of the DFL’s partner process

We welcome the DFL’s decision as a reaction to current developments. Although SV 98, like virtually all other professional clubs, sees the need for investments in media marketing, it should be noted that nationwide it has not been possible to convey these positive arguments of the planned strategic partnership to all football target groups – especially the fan curves.

SV 98 calls for discussions about reforming the DFB penalty list

SV 98 has lodged an objection on fundamental grounds against a ruling by the DFB sports court due to the use of pyrotechnic material in the guest block over 43,000 euros (away game in Stuttgart on September 22, 2023).

SV 98 plans to introduce a top talent team

Comprehensive reform in the youth sector: At the start of the 2024/25 season, SV Darmstadt 98 plans to compete in the Hessenliga with its own team. A corresponding permit was applied for from the Hessian Football Association (HFV). The SV 98 is confident that this application will be approved, similar to that of Eintracht Frankfurt two years ago.

“Everyone has to grow beyond themselves”

What does it take to score against VfB Stuttgart? And who is available for this? How does Torsten Lieberknecht rate the Swabians? And how does he view the fight to stay in the league? The head coach of SV Darmstadt 98 answered these and other questions at the press conference on Thursday. We have summarized the most important statements before the home game on Saturday (February 17/3:30 p.m.).