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.

Organisational information for the Hannover game / Restrictions in tram services

On Saturday evening (April 11th/8:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98 will host the team from Hannover 96 and asks you to take note of the following information.

Facts and Stats: The Stats Ahead of the Hannover Game

SV Darmstadt 98 aims to extend their home record. However, the task ahead is a tough one: As the league's best home team, the Lilies host Hannover 96, the second-best away team and also their direct rivals in the standings. Both teams are deservedly in the top third of the table, having impressed both offensively and defensively. We've compiled all the key facts and figures for Saturday evening's second division clash. Here you'll find the top facts about the match between the team from southern Hesse and the Lower Saxony side.

A message from Paul: „All together for Darmstadt 98“

“Fernie becomes sporting director at SV 98” – SV Darmstadt 98 made this announcement exactly two years ago today, on April 8, 2024. Paul Fernie has been working as sporting director for the Lilies for two years now. In his Lilienkurier column “Post from Paul,” the 38-year-old looks back on his first two years at the Böllenfalltor stadium – words that we would also like to share with you on our homepage.

“A real treat awaits us” | Fernie celebrates its second anniversary

Looking ahead. Bielefeld is behind us, Hannover is the next target. We report from the media briefing with Marco Richter, as well as on the young Lilies and our partner club from San Antonio. This week we also celebrate the anniversary of the Lilies‘ sporting director and several birthdays. Read „Lilies Across the Board“ here.

Happy Birthday, Alfred Krämer!

SV Darmstadt 98 congratulates its honorary member Alfred Krämer on his milestone birthday. The long-time chairman of the board of directors of the Lilies celebrates his 80th birthday on April 6th. Until his voluntary retirement in 2021, Krämer served the club for nearly two decades in a leading position on the board of directors, making invaluable contributions.

Blueprint

With Darmstadt's away game in Bielefeld, the crunch time of this season officially began. Seven games in which every single point could be worth its weight in gold. After a weak performance, SV 98 ultimately had to leave the Alm empty-handed. In our analysis, we look at the reasons for the deserved defeat and what lessons SV 98 should learn for the remaining six matches.

‚Well-deserved home win for Arminia‘

After Darmstadt took an early lead through Matej Maglica, Arminia Bielefeld grew into the game and created several chances. Shortly after the break, the East Westphalians equalised and later scored the winning goal for a 2-1 victory. What did the players and the two head coaches have to say about Saturday's match? Read their reactions here.