A good three and a half years ago, Lilien legend Tobias Kempe scored his final goal against SSV Jahn Regensburg – a sensational curler into the top right corner. Why is that so special? Tobias Kempe will be sporting the Lily on his chest before his final home game against SSV Jahn Regensburg. On Sunday (May 18, 3:30pm), the entire Lilien family will ensure he receives the farewell he deserves. Ahead of the highly emotional final game of the 2024/25 season, we've compiled all the facts and figures for you in our "Top Facts."
Tobias Kempe has faced SSV Jahn Regensburg several times in his career: He has faced the Upper Palatinate club eleven times – seven of those matches in the Lilies jersey. In these duels, Kempe collected a total of four points – including two goals and two assists. His very first encounter with SSV Jahn dates back to September 2, 2009, when he was still playing in the 3rd division with Werder Bremen II.
SSV Jahn Regensburg isn’t going to let difficult times get the better of them – the team has shown this in recent weeks. In three of their last seven matches, the Upper Palatinate club has picked up points despite coming from behind – including a strong away performance at 1. FC Köln. A clear sign of the Regensburg team’s morale and team spirit despite their relegation already being a given.
SV Darmstadt 98 is in a better defensive position than the bare numbers suggest. Their xGoals for goals conceded are just over 44 expected goals – but the Lilies actually conceded ten more goals than statistically would have been expected. No other team in the 2. Bundesliga has been punished as effectively in front of their own goal as Darmstadt.
On paper, Regensburg goalkeeper Julian Pollersbeck should have plenty to do this weekend: SV Darmstadt 98 is one of the league’s most prolific shot-prone teams – with 479 shots on goal, the Lilies are third behind Hamburger SV (487) and 1. FC Köln (539). Lilies keeper Marcel Schuhen, on the other hand, will statistically be tested less often on Sunday – but will have to be alert in the decisive moments. SSV Jahn Regensburg has the fewest shots on goal in the league – with just 366 attempts so far.
At SV Darmstadt 98, two players were particularly highlighted by their teammates this season – one up front in the finish, the other in the back in the duel. Isac Lidberg had a strong first season in the 2. Bundesliga. In 27 appearances, the Swede collected 19 points – including 14 goals and five assists – making him the Lilies‘ top scorer. Aleksandar Vukotic dominates in defense: the over two-meter-tall central defender is not only a tower in defense but also outstanding statistically. With a duel success rate of 73 percent, the Serbian is currently the player with the most duels in the league. He has also won 150 aerial duels – also a top figure in the 2. Bundesliga.
Matej Maglica (5) is out due to a yellow card suspension. Killian Corredor (4), Sergio López (4), Fraser Hornby (4), Fabian Nürnberger (4), and Kai Klefisch (4) are no longer on yellow cards, as any yellow card suspension will not carry over into the new season.
| Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Goals | |
| Home | 16 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 19:20 |
| Away | 18 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 19:41 |
| Overall | 34 | 8 | 8 | 18 | 38:61 |
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.