09.04.2025 / English
Dimo Wache no longer goalkeeper coach of the Lilies
After more than a decade, Dimo Wache's tenure with the Lilies is coming to an end. The 51-year-old and SV Darmstadt 98 have mutually agreed to end their collaboration.
The former Bundesliga goalkeeper has served as SV 98’s goalkeeping coach since January 2013 and has helped numerous Lilien goalkeepers develop. These include Jan Zimmermann, Christian Mathenia, Michael Esser, Daniel Heuer Fernandes, and Marcel Schuhen.
Wache has had a decisive influence on the club in his position for many years and ensured that Darmstadt 98 is considered a top-notch goalkeeper provider nationwide. During his tenure, Wache, who was born in Brake, Lower Saxony, played a significant role in many of the club’s successes through his work in his area.
President Rüdiger Fritsch: „SV Darmstadt 98 would like to thank Dimo Wache for his successful work over the past twelve years with us in Darmstadt. We wish him all the best for his professional and personal future. The doors of SV 98 will always be open to him as a friend. We wish him all the best for the future. Thank you, Dimo!“
Arrived in Texas: The Lilies in San Antonio
SV 98's USA trip has begun: After landing in Houston, they travelled on to Darmstadt's sister city, San Antonio, where the Lilies have set up camp. The first activities begin on Saturday. We'll keep you updated on the trip and the Lilies' experiences in our USA travelogue.
Starting Friday: Member presale for Karlsruhe
On the occasion of Matchday 8 (Sunday, October 18th, 1:30pm), we will be playing away against Karlsruher SC at the BBBank Wildpark. Here's how you can be there for the away game: Member pre-sale for this match starts this coming Friday (September 25th) at 12pm – both online and at the ticket office at the Merck Stadium.
Darmstadt x San Antonio | Last stop of the year
A connection to San Antonio, the end-of-year gathering for the legends team, and Headis action—there is plenty going on at the Lilies beyond the day-to-day routine of the second division. Plus, there is news regarding the upcoming home matches in October. As always, "Lilies Across the Board" brings you all the latest news and stories from life at SV Darmstadt 98.
Secure your tickets now: General sale for home matches against Cottbus and Magdeburg.
Tickets for the two home matches against Energie Cottbus (Sat., Oct. 10th, 1pm) and 1. FC Magdeburg (Sat., Oct. 31st, 1pm) are now on general sale. Tickets are available for all stands.
Friendly match as a highlight: Lilien visit San Antonio
As previously announced, SV Darmstadt 98 is utilising the combined international break in September and October for a planned club trip to San Antonio, Texas. The Lilies will visit Darmstadt’s sister city from September 25th to October 1st and play a friendly match against their partner club, San Antonio FC, on Tuesday, September 29th. In addition to this sporting highlight, the team and the delegation—comprising members of the executive board and management—will attend various scheduled engagements and events. Fusion energy company Focused Energy is serving as the main partner for the US trip as part of its premium partnership. Furthermore, the City of Darmstadt will undertake a business trip to San Antonio, led by Mayor Hanno Benz, from September 27th to October 1st, 2026.
U21 defeated in Stadtallendorf
SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team suffered a 2–0 (0–0) defeat away at Eintracht Stadtallendorf over the weekend. In a match that was evenly contested for long stretches, the Young Lilies held their own for a long time but failed to capitalise on their chances. Two goals after the break decided the match in favour of the hosts.
Defeat in the second Talent Series match
After securing a point against Elversberg in the first match of the Bundesliga Talent Series, the Lilien were defeated 2-0 by 1. FC Heidenheim in their second game.
„A bit naive after the 3-1“
A clear defeat in Wolfsburg on Friday evening. We’ve summarised the post-match reactions for you here:
Clear Defeat in Wolfsburg
SV 98 suffered a heavy defeat before the international break, ultimately losing 5-1 (2-1) away to promotion favourites VfL Wolfsburg.
Team News: Two Changes to the Team
Darmstadt will play away at Wolfsburg (September 18th/6:30pm). Florian Kohfeldt has made two changes to his starting eleven compared to the victory against Bielefeld. Nicolas Verkooijen replaces Marco Richter, and Aleksandar Vukotic starts in place of Yannik Lührs.
Matchday Guide: All the information about the Wolfsburg game
Evening match in Wolfsburg! On Friday evening (September 18th/6:30pm), SV 98 will be playing away against VfL Wolfsburg. 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 Wolfsburg for you in our "Matchday Guide".
