Foto: Mara Wolf 19.08.2025 / English
First defeat of the season for the U21
After a strong start to the new LOTTO Hessenliga season for the U21s, the Junglilien suffered their first point drop of the season on matchday three. In an intense and hard-fought game with plenty of tackling but few clear-cut chances, the South Hesse side ultimately failed to secure any points, losing 3-1 at home to SV Rot-Weiß Walldorf on Saturday (August 16th).
Early lead of the Lilies
The young Lilies got off to the better start and deservedly took the lead in the 12th minute: Kadrijaj scored after a successful attack to make it 1-0. But their joy was short-lived, as Walldorf took advantage of their first big opportunity in the 20th minute to equalise at 1-1. The game subsequently developed into an evenly matched affair, with heavy tackling. Shortly before the break, Darmstadt found their way back into the game and came out of the halftime break well. After the break, the Lilies pushed for another lead. A 2-1 goal was in the air several times, but the chances went unused. Instead, Walldorf struck in the 72nd minute: following a set piece, the visitors scored with a fantastic shot to make it 2-1. This goal threw Darmstadt off their rhythm.
Decision in the final phase
After falling behind, the Junglilien lost some composure, which Walldorf punished mercilessly just four minutes later. The 3-1 goal was scored in the 76th minute – the decisive moment. Despite a great effort, Darmstadt 98 were unable to pull away.
The result puts the Junglilien in seventh place in the Hessenliga after the third matchday with six points from three matches. SV 98 won’t have much time to dwell on the defeat: Next Wednesday (August 20th, 7pm), the U21 team has another chance to pick up their next points away at SV Hummetroth.
Foto: Mara Wolf 
Foto: Mara Wolf 
Foto: Mara Wolf 
Foto: Mara Wolf 
Foto: Mara Wolf The defeat is a bit of a setback for us, but in the end, we'll learn from the game. We're now gathering our strength to pick up more points on Wednesday against Hummetroth.
Line-Up: Börner – Kunstmann (Zaatan, 85′), Dreskovic, Pfister, Arnold – Ballmert, Jaadar – Klappich (Mignano, 78′), Rebner (Schnerring, 85′) – Schlosser (El Idrissi, 64′), Kadrijaj
After the friendly match: Meet & Greet at the training camp
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.
Transfer News: Lannert Becomes Part of the Lilies
SV 98 remains active in the transfer market. The "Lilies" have signed Christopher Lannert from Arminia Bielefeld.
Intensive Week of Friendlies | Media Day at the Bölle
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.
Bundesliga Confirms Matchdays 3 to 6
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.
Transfer News: Kleinhansl Signs for SV 98
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.
Lilies continue their scoring spree
Third test, third clear victory. SV 98 won the match against FC 08 Homburg 5-1 (3-0).
Focused Energy becomes a premium partner of SV 98
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.
Transfer News: Corredor moves to Nantes
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.
Logistical information for the home match against Homburg
On Tuesday (July 14, 6pm), SV Darmstadt 98 hosts Regionalliga side FC Homburg and asks fans to take note of the following information.
Starting Wednesday: Member pre-sale for the first home match against Kiel
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.
Digital prize draw for the Krombacher BöllenfallTOR-Goal Bonus
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.
Reference: Report on TV revenues 26/27
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.