The long wait is over! On Sunday afternoon (June 22nd), head coach Florian Kohfeldt invited his team onto the pitch at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor in temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius. Instead of cooling off at the outdoor pool, around 350 spectators made their way to Bölle to watch the Lilies for 60 minutes of their opening training session.
SV Darmstadt 98 has filled another open squad position shortly before the start of training: Left-back Leon Klassen (25) is moving from Lyngby BK to South Hesse.
Andreas Müller will no longer wear the Lilien jersey: The midfielder, who joined Darmstadt on a free transfer in the summer of 2023, is moving from SV 98 to Karlsruher SC. Both clubs have agreed to keep the transfer terms confidential.
A unique opportunity for Lilien members at the season opening at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor on July 23rd, 2025! For many SV Darmstadt 98 fans, it's been a childhood dream: "To play at the Böllenfalltor with the Lily on their jersey!" This dream can now come true for all Lilien members over the age of 18 at the season opening.
Early rises were the order of the day as SV Darmstadt 98 began their summer training camp on Friday morning (June 20th). With the first rays of sunshine, the first players arrived at the training building on Nieder-Ramstädter Straße – and they were all feeling palpable anticipation. "Have you missed us?" Marcel Schuhen called out to the group, cheerful and dressed for summer, as he headed toward the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. Fellow goalkeeper Alexander Brunst also reflected the positive mood. With a broad grin, he addressed the camera: "I hope you're all well. It's finally starting again!"
First signing in the attacking area for the upcoming season: Yosuke Furukawa moves from Jubilo Iwata to SV Darmstadt 98. The 21-year-old Japanese is at home in the attacking midfield and can be deployed there flexibly.
A special experience awaits SV Darmstadt 98 fans during the Lilies' friendly against Notts County FC. When the 98ers play against the world's oldest professional football club on Wednesday (July 9th at 6:30pm), you can secure an absolute VIP experience. Starting at 5:30pm, the 98ers' box on the upper level of the main stand at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor will open exclusively – the perfect place for special encounters in a sporting atmosphere.
Premiere of the Lilien Relay Marathon! On August 27th, SV Darmstadt 98 Stadion GmbH will host its first running event around the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. Running enthusiasts can form groups of two to eight runners and complete a marathon or half marathon distance together.
Suzuki Deutschland GmbH is extending its commitment to SV Darmstadt 98. The Japanese brand's German sales subsidiary will continue to serve as the Lilies' official premium and mobility partner. Starting with the 2025/2026 season, the comprehensive sponsorship will extend to the jersey sleeve, which will feature the Suzuki logo.
With your donation, you can save up to three lives! SV Darmstadt 98 and the German Red Cross Blood Donation Service are hosting a blood drive on Thursday, July 10, from 3pm to 8pm at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. This is the first time such a drive has been held in a football stadium in Hesse. You can find all the information here.