SV 98 is hosting a members' match day around the upcoming home game against Eintracht Braunschweig. This campaign is one of many aimed at reaching the 18,980 member mark by the end of the season. Vice President Markus Pfitzner speaks in an interview with sv98.de about the reasons for the membership campaign and why it is essential for a club like Darmstadt 98 that fans become members. He also discusses the schedule for the members' match day and looks ahead to other activities planned as part of the membership campaign.
sv98.de: Markus Pfitzner, SV 98 has launched a membership campaign. Why?
Markus Pfitzner: „The Lilien family is a strong community built on solidarity and togetherness. SV 98 is a member-led club that competes with football limited liability companies and public limited companies. This has only worked so far because everyone – partners, sponsors, fans, and members – has contributed their share to the overall success. Membership is a key pillar of our success. We therefore want to break the 18,980 member mark, and we also want to make Lilien membership even more attractive.“
sv98.de: Why should you become a member of SV 98?
Pfitzner: „Every member makes us stronger. The bigger the foundation and base, the more we can achieve together. The currently more than 15,000 members contribute significantly to the further development of our youth section, grassroots sports, and fan work. Our sports club is loved and lived by all members, from the Bölle Bande to the Silberlilien, with a wide range of activities and a lot of passion. We are proud of this and would like to expand it.“
sv98.de: On Saturday, SV 98 is hosting a members‘ day around the home game against Eintracht Braunschweig. What specific activities can fans look forward to?
Pfitzner: „We’ll be setting up a members‘ stand behind the main stand on Saturday, where we’ll provide information about club membership and hand out membership scarves to new members. We’re calling on Lilien members to promote membership among their friends and acquaintances. Starting next Wednesday, existing members who recruit at least five new members for a week will each receive a free standing ticket for the cup match against Schalke. Ten or more new members will receive seated tickets for the cup clash. And whoever recruits the most new members can watch the game together with free drinks in the Hans-Kessler-Kurve. Our beer partner, Krombacher, is also participating with a great promotion, which we’ll be announcing in more detail later this week.“
sv98.de: What other activities are planned for members?
Pfitzner: „The largest team photo in Lilien history is just around the corner! On September 16th, we invite all members to come to the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor at 5:30pm to take the largest team photo ever taken with the professional team. We’re currently planning a very special merchandise item that only members can purchase this season. Many other activities are planned throughout the season that not only new members can look forward to.“
sv98.de: What are the advantages of being a member of the Lilies?
Pfitzner: „Membership with us means much more than just being part of a club. Our members enjoy numerous benefits. They receive exclusive discounts in the fan shop and from partners, have pre-emptive rights and discounts on season and day tickets, and are regularly informed via newsletters, the Lilienkurier, or our members‘ newspaper. Furthermore, with the WirLilien app, we offer a modern service – with a digital membership card, personalised information, and direct access to tickets, the fan radio, and the club’s media. But participation is particularly important to me: Every active and passive member has a vote and can help decide on the future of the club. In this way, we create a vibrant community in which everyone can not only benefit but also shape it.“
Attention Lilien fans: During SV Darmstadt 98’s training camp in Bad Wörishofen (Allgäu region)—taking place from July 19th to July 26th, 2026—there will once again be an opportunity to meet the team, chat with the players, and, of course, get autographs and photos. The fan meet-up is scheduled for Saturday, July 25th, following the friendly match against SG Sonnenhof Großaspach. Kick-off for the match is at 12pm.
SV 98 remains active in the transfer market. The "Lilies" have signed Christopher Lannert from Arminia Bielefeld.
Friendly matches, fundraising campaigns, and plenty of photos—that’s what the week looked like for SV 98 and the club’s community. Between their 5–1 victory over FC Homburg and the upcoming friendly in Walldorf this Friday (July 17), the „Lilies“ showed their best side for the cameras. In addition, the SV 98 legends team will face an Odenwald select squad on Sunday (July 19th). You can also win great prizes in competitions taking place in Erbach and at the pop-up store in downtown Darmstadt. Lilies Across the Board brings you all the latest news from life at SV 98.
The Bundesliga finalised the match schedules for matchdays three through six on Wednesday (July 15th): Darmstadt's home game against Hannover 96 on matchday three will take place on Sunday. This will be followed by their away game against 1. FC Kaiserslautern on Saturday at 1pm. The home game against Arminia Bielefeld on Friday evening and the away game in Wolfsburg, also on Friday evening, have also been confirmed.
The Lilies can welcome another new arrival at the Böllenfalltor: Florian Kleinhansl will now wear the SV 98 jersey. The 25-year-old joins on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract with 1. FC Kaiserslautern on June 30th.
Third test, third clear victory. SV 98 won the match against FC 08 Homburg 5-1 (3-0).
SV Darmstadt 98 and the fusion energy company Focused Energy are entering into an official partnership. The aim of the collaboration is to more closely link top-level football and high technology from the Darmstadt region and to jointly generate momentum for innovation and future societal issues.
Killian Corredor will be playing in his home country again in the future. SV 98 has reached an agreement with FC Nantes on the transfer of the Frenchman.
On Tuesday (July 14, 6pm), SV Darmstadt 98 hosts Regionalliga side FC Homburg and asks fans to take note of the following information.
A home game against KSV! SV Darmstadt 98 hosts Holstein Kiel for the opening matchday of the 2. Bundesliga season this Saturday (August 8 at 1pm). Here’s how you can be there: the member pre-sale for the new season's first home game begins this coming Wednesday (July 15) at 12pm —available online and at the ticket shop at the Merck-Stadion, as usual. You can find all further details in this announcement.
For every home goal scored by the "Lilies," SV Darmstadt 98 fans were doubly rewarded during the recent 2025/26 second-division season. Beyond the joy and excitement, supporters received 98 litres of Krombacher Pils for every goal Darmstadt scored at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor.
In recent days, various media outlets have published reports and graphics regarding the distribution of TV revenue for the 2026/27 season. Some of these reports included not only specific figures but also a comparison to the previous season. This comparison indicates a supposed revenue increase of €1.4 million for SV 98 compared to the 2025/26 season.