While Jean-Paul Boëtius is battling for World Cup qualification with Suriname and Isac Lidberg is anxiously awaiting news of Sweden's World Cup participation, back home the Bölle Gang is creating a vibrant atmosphere around the Bölle stadium with the 3rd Night Run! You can read about these and other topics in our weekly column "Lilies Across the Board".
Jean-Paul Boëtius and the Suriname national team are on the cusp of a historic moment: For the first time in the country’s history, qualification for a FIFA World Cup is within reach. They even hold their destiny in their own hands. After convincing performances in the qualifying campaign so far, Suriname currently leads their group by a narrow margin – level on points with Panama and just one point ahead of Guatemala.
Boëtius played a crucial role: During the last international break, the SV Darmstadt 98 midfielder provided the assist for the equaliser in stoppage time against Guatemala, securing a vital point for his team.
Now the decisive matches are upon us. On November 13 (11pm, German time), Suriname will host El Salvador at their home ground, the Franklin Essed Stadium, before the potentially decisive clash takes place on November 19 (2am, German time) at the Estadio Manuel Felipe Carrera in Guatemala.
With two good results, Suriname could secure its historic World Cup qualification on its own merit – a success that would make football history for the country.
Isac Lidberg has once again been called up to the Swedish national team. The forward, who made his debut for the „Tre Kronor“ in November 2024, is now in his country’s squad for the second time this season.
However, Sweden’s situation is precarious: After just one point from four games, the team under new coach Graham Potter (in charge since October 20th) is under immense pressure. Switzerland leads the group with ten points, followed by Kosovo (7 points) and Slovenia (3 points). While Sweden is currently in last place, it still has a slim chance of qualifying for the World Championship. Since only the group winners qualify directly and the runners-up can hope for a playoff spot, Sweden’s only option is to go through this additional round – but that will require a minor miracle.
On November 15 (8:45pm), Sweden will face group leaders Switzerland in Geneva. Only a victory for Sweden, coupled with a Slovenian win against Kosovo, will allow the team to hope for a final against Slovenia on November 18th (8:45pm) in Solna. If Sweden also wins there, and Switzerland defeats Kosovo at the same time, Sweden, with Lidberg, could actually secure a playoff spot at the last minute.
Darmstadt’s second team celebrated a convincing victory against SV Erzhausen on Sunday. Deniz Guellueoglu put Darmstadt ahead in the 10th minute. Just four minutes later, the 98ers doubled their lead to 2-0. Shortly before halftime, captain Julian Schreiber took charge, scoring to make it 3-0 at the break.
After the restart, Darmstadt continued to dominate: In the 55th minute, the referee pointed to the penalty spot for Darmstadt. Schreiber stepped up and confidently converted to make it 4-0. Just five minutes later, the captain completed his hat trick, extending the lead to 5-0. Although the hosts managed a consolation goal in the 75th minute, it did nothing to change Darmstadt’s comfortable away win – final score 5-1.
With this victory, the SV Darmstadt 98 fan team secures another three points and now sits in 10th place in the Kreisliga B. Next weekend, the Lilies travel to face league leaders FSV Schneppenhausen. Kick-off is at 3pm on Sunday (November 16th) at Mörfelder Str. 31, 64331 Weiterstadt.
Around 120 participants experienced the stadium in a special evening atmosphere at the third annual lantern parade. Carrying gingerbread men, children’s punch, and colourful lanterns, the illuminated procession wound its way through all the stands. Accompanied by volunteers, traditional Lilies songs were sung together – a rousing finale with „Die Sonne scheint“ rounded off the evening.
Dear Bartosz, SV Darmstadt 98 sends you belated birthday wishes!
We hope you had a wonderful day and enjoyed it! For the new year, we wish you health, success, and many strong performances on the pitch! Last Tuesday (November 11th), the Polish forward for the 98ers celebrated his birthday.
Dear Christopher, the entire SV98 team wishes you all the best on your special day this Sunday (November 16th) – health, happiness, and continued success in your outstanding work as athletic trainer. Thank you for your dedication, passion, and commitment to the Lilies!
On Sunday, the Lilies face a challenge in Baden: for the 8th matchday, SV Darmstadt 98 travel to take on Karlsruher SC. At the pre-match press conference, our head coach discussed the squad situation, the qualities of the opposition, and the team's motivation to get back to winning ways on the road.
On Sunday (October 18th), SV Darmstadt 98 will visit Karlsruher SC. KSC has a history that extends well beyond the confines of German football: the club from Baden once caused a stir on the European stage, writing a chapter that is still remembered today. But how did KSC manage to step into the international spotlight, and what made this success so special?
The next away match is coming up: this Sunday (October 18th, 1:30pm), the Lilien will visit Karlsruher SC for the 8th matchday of the 2. Bundesliga. As always, you can find all the essential information regarding travel and your visit to the stadium in the fan guidelines.
SV Darmstadt 98 invites all its members to come to the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor on November 1st, 2026, starting at 11:30am. Together, we aim to once again create the largest team photo in our club’s history—with the professional players in the front and the entire Lilies family behind them.
On Sunday (Oct 18th), SV Darmstadt 98 will visit Karlsruher SC. The side from Baden differs from the Lilies in several key respects. Furthermore, the match will see SV 98 cross paths with a former player once again. Find out here about other connections between the two clubs, as well as some particularly interesting statistics ahead of the encounter.
On Tuesday evening (October 13th), the SilberLilien took part in SV Darmstadt 98’s Stolperstein tour for the first time. Along the approximately six-kilometre route, the participants made several stops to learn more about the fates of Jewish club members who were persecuted and driven out during the Holocaust.
From new grassroots sports offerings and a look back at the club's history to birthdays and the latest updates from the media briefing—there is plenty to report from SV Darmstadt 98 again this week. In "Lilien Across the Board," we round up the news, insights, and stories from life at the club.
Tickets for the home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on November 22nd are available for purchase now.
SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team proved their mettle at home against KSV Hessen Kassel II in the Hessenliga on Sunday (Oct. 11th). After a convincing 90-minute performance, the Young Lilies secured another three points, finishing with a decisive 4–0 victory that lifts them to sixth place in the standings.
The Lilies overturned an early deficit to celebrate a 3–1 home victory against Energie Cottbus—a win that boosts confidence and confirms the progress being made. Read our analysis to find out why there is still work to be done and what positives SV 98 takes away from the match.
This season, too, Lilien fans will be doubly rewarded for every home goal scored by SV Darmstadt 98. In addition to the joy and excitement of the goals, the team's supporters will receive 98 litres of Krombacher Pils for every home goal scored by Darmstadt at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor.
After the international break, Darmstadt 98 returned to the Bölle with a home win! Against Energie Cottbus, SV Darmstadt 98 put on a spirited performance in front of their home crowd and rewarded themselves with three points after an intense match. We've compiled the post-match reactions for you here: