Facts & Figures: The top facts about the Lautern game

Seven points from three matches and still undefeated: SV Darmstadt 98 are in good form at the start of the league season. The last time the Lilies experienced such a high-scoring start was in the 2017/18 season. Back then, under coach Torsten Frings, they even managed three wins and a draw from their first four matches. Whether the Lilies can repeat that haul at the start of the 2025/26 season will be decided next Sunday (August 31st, 1:30pm), when Darmstadt 98 travels to 1. FC Kaiserslautern. You can read about other interesting statistics from Matchday 4 of the 2nd Bundesliga in our Top Facts section.

Fan Information for the Lautern Game

On Sunday afternoon (August 31st at 1:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98 will host 1. FC Kaiserslautern. We'll provide you with all the important information for your stadium visit in this report. For last-minute Lilies fans: There will be a ticket office for the away section (more information in the text).

Lilien Relay Marathon: A successful premiere

Nearly 600 runners celebrated the premiere of the Lilien Relay Marathon around the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor on Wednesday (August 27th). In teams of two to eight people, they faced the challenge of completing a marathon or half marathon distance together. What made the evening special was that the focus was not on individual performance, but on the spirit of togetherness. Whether with colleagues, friends, or as a club team, the team spirit was palpable everywhere, creating a lively atmosphere in and around the stadium.

Cup draw on Sunday | „I feel very good“

Premiere at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor: On Wednesday (August 27th), the first Lilien relay marathon will take place at the home stadium of SV Darmstadt 98, starting at 4:30pm. In teams of varying sizes and distances, the motivated runners aim to strengthen their team spirit. Additionally, on Sunday (August 31st at 7pm), the opponent SV Darmstadt 98 will face in the second round of the DFB Cup will be decided – here you’ll find everything you need to know about the cup draw. You can find out all this and more in our weekly column „Lilien Across the Board.“

Oppostion Check: 1. FC Kaiserslautern

Why are the players of 1. FC Kaiserslautern called the "Red Devils"? Have the Palatinate team perhaps made a devilish pact? Or is it because the Fritz Walter Stadium is figuratively ablaze when the stands shake and the atmosphere is at its peak? The truth is less mystical, but all the more steeped in tradition: The nickname has historical roots closely linked to club legend Fritz Walter.

Riedel Transfers to Espanyol Barcelona

After six years with the club, Clemens Riedel is leaving SV 98. The 22-year-old defender is joining Spanish first division club RCD Espanyol Barcelona with immediate effect. The details of the transfer have been kept confidential.

Organisational information for the Lilien Relay Marathon

On Wednesday (August 27th), the time has finally come – the Lilien Relay Marathon celebrates its premiere. Over 500 running enthusiasts will compete in relay teams, covering a marathon or half-marathon distance. We've summarised the most important information for you.

U21 celebrates away win in Gießen

The SV Darmstadt 98 U21 team celebrated an away victory in the LOTTO Hessenliga on Saturday (August 23rd). The Lilies won 1-0 at FC Gießen, rewarding themselves for a grueling week featuring three intense matches. In a game in Gießen with few chances, a converted penalty by Kadrijaj just before halftime sealed the victory. Thanks to a compact defence and a strong commitment, the team held on to their narrow lead and secured three points.

Spectacle without goals: The Hertha game in analysis

There are different types. A 0-0 game can sometimes be a rather boring affair with no dangerous goal-scoring opportunities. But it can also be a spectacle – just without a goal. And that's exactly what happened on Sunday (August 24th) at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor between SV Darmstadt 98 and Hertha BSC. There was a goal threat on both sides, along with dynamism, intensity, and individual quality on both sides. In our usual analysis, we look at the moments of the game and ask ourselves: What went well? What didn't go well?

„If it ends 3-3, nobody complains.“

SV Darmstadt 98 remains undefeated and, after two opening wins, picks up a point against Hertha BSC: The Lilies drew 0-0 with the promotion favourites from the capital. What did the Darmstadt players say about the hard-fought 90 minutes at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor? What do both head coaches think of the game? We've compiled all the comments on the match for you.