At the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor against FC Homburg: Ticket sales for the friendly match on July 14, 2026, at 6pm against the regional league team begin on June 18 at noon. Tickets are available as usual at the ticket office at the stadium and in our online ticket shop. We would also like to draw your attention to this very special match day: The friendly against FC Homburg will put our youngest fans in the spotlight, giving them their first ever children's match day at the stadium, an event never before seen at the Merck Stadium.
We’ve prepared attractive ticket prices for families: Children and teenagers under 18 can get their seat in the main stand for just €1. All other fans pay €8 for a ticket in the main stand.
A special program awaits our youngest Lilies fans around the main stand on this day. In the plaza in front of the main stand, you’ll find a wide variety of sweet and savory foods and tasty snacks (e.g., cotton candy, slushies, crêpes, burgers, etc.). We’re also offering child-friendly drinks like water and apple spritzer at special prices.
But that’s not all: There are also special offers for children and families in the fan shop at the Bölle stadium. On this match day, all flocking on children’s jerseys is free. In addition, you’ll find reduced prices on selected children’s collections. And anyone who buys an adult jersey will receive an additional 50 percent discount on the children’s jersey for the new season. Anyone who wants to get actively involved has the opportunity to participate in various activities and playfully compete against others. Besides fun and sporting ambition, small prizes await the top performers in each age group.
Attention all Bölle fans: One week before the game, we’ll be raffling off a very special spot on the sidelines among all children who secure a ticket for the match. With a little luck, you’ll be drawn and get to be right in the thick of things as a ball retriever during the game. You’ll receive more information in your upcoming newsletters.
For all the birthday children out there who are still planning a very special day: We’re offering the Hans-Kessler-Kurve exclusively as a birthday venue on this day. For a flat rate of €250, you can celebrate your child’s birthday there with up to 20 children. Non-alcoholic drinks are included; you’re welcome to bring your own snacks and cake. If you’re interested or have any questions about the details, please contact us by email at tickets@sv98.de.
… And even after the final whistle, the fun doesn’t stop: A small farewell surprise awaits all the children in the stadium and the main stand. So keep your eyes peeled and listen for announcements from our stadium announcer.
We look forward to a fun and exciting children’s match day at the Bölle and to seeing lots of little and big Darmstadt fans!
An emotional match with many controversial moments unfolded on Sunday afternoon at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. Ultimately, Darmstadt suffered their first home defeat of the young season. We've compiled the post-match reactions for you.
Tried everything, but to no avail: SV 98 came up short in their home game against Hannover 96. The final score was 1-0 (0-0) to the visitors, whilst the Lilies had to play with ten men after Vukotic was sent off in the 20th minute.
Home game against Hannover! On matchday 3, Darmstadt 98 will host the ambitious Lower Saxons at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. Florian Kohfeldt has made three changes to his starting lineup compared to the victory in Jena. Hiroki Akiyama replaces the suspended Kai Klefisch, while Nicolas Verkooijen (making his first start) and Yosuke Furukawa start in place of Carlo Sickinger and Manolo Merx.
Weekend, Lilies fever! On Sunday (August 30th/1:30pm), the Lilies have their third matchday on the schedule. Hannover 96, the club from the Lower Saxon capital, will be visiting the Bölle. What do the two head coaches have to say before kickoff? Who will be refereeing the match? And where can you watch the game? As usual, we've compiled all the important information about the match against Hannover in our "Matchday Guide"
One day before their home game against Hannover 96, Darmstadt 98 have announced another new signing. William Mikelbrencis will now wear the SV 98 jersey. The 22-year-old Frenchman was under contract with Hamburger SV until June 30th.
In the press conference before the second home game of the still young season, our head coach spoke about, among other things, our team's attacking play and the past week. As usual, you can find the most important statements before the match against Hannover 96 (August 30th/1:30pm) here for you.
A second-division team on the Berlin Mount Olympus: Hannover 96 achieved something unique in 1992. On May 23, the Lower Saxony club defeated Borussia Mönchengladbach in the DFB Cup final, securing another major title in the club's history 38 years after their German championship win in 1954. Hannover became the first and, to this day, only "true" second-division team to win the DFB Cup, causing one of the biggest upsets in the competition's history.
A special place of remembrance for one of the most famous Darmstadt fans. Before SV Darmstadt 98's home game against Hannover 96 on Sunday (August 30th), Jonathan Heimes Square at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor will be officially opened.
Darmstadt's league campaign resumes on Sunday (August 30th). Their opponent? Hannover 96! Hannover 96 have lost more often to Darmstadt than to any other team in the 2. Bundesliga. All the other facts and figures surrounding the match can be found here.
On Sunday (August 30, 2026, 1:30pm), SV 98 asks you to take note of the following information for the upcoming home game. Starting this season, we will be offering women's entrances at the west entrances. Additionally, there is a Bölle Bande family entrance with easier access at the Karl-Hess-Platz entrance.
In Wednesday's media briefing, Nicolas Verkooijen spoke about his Kickbase team, communication within the squad, and the intensive training in Germany. A former Darmstadt 98 player had the opportunity to compete against the best footballers, and we report on the historic stadium tour as part of the Bundesliga's founding anniversary celebrations. All the latest news from SV Darmstadt 98 can be found, as usual, in "Lilies Across the Board"
A journey to the roots of the Lilies: Where churches, residential buildings, or clubhouses stand today, Darmstadt football history was once written. To mark the Day of German Football History, 35 participants set out on a special tour of discovery aboard the professional team's bus—tracing the path from the early pitches of FK Olympia and SC Darmstadt to the club's current home at the Böllenfalltor.
