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Fortuna’s curse broken: point in Düsseldorf
This time the Lilies are not leaving Fortuna empty-handed: SV 98 fights back in the second round and wins 2:2 (0:1) in Düsseldorf. Corredor (69th, 72nd) equalised with a brace for the South Hesse team, who thus scored their 25th point of the season.
The initial phase in the first game after the winter break was quite uneventful. Both Düsseldorf and Darmstadt had around 50 percent possession of the ball, but initially there were hardly any shots on either side. After a quarter of an hour it almost became dangerous when Luca Marseiler was able to intercept a Düsseldorf pass, but the last pass was too imprecise and so the chance was wasted.
After 20 minutes, Fraser Hornby had the first really good opportunity, but was denied by keeper Kastenmeier. Despite no flag infield, it would have been chalked off by VAR. In the following minutes, the guests from southern Hesse gained slight advantages, but there was hardly any danger at all.
Ten minutes before the half-time whistle, Killian Corredor weaved his way into the area and tried to bear Kastenmeier at the near post but he pulled it narrowly wide. A short time later, Fortuna took advantage of their first good chance: after a good combination, van Brederode made it 1-0 for the home team in the 41st minute as he curled home a low shot. In stoppage time, the Lilies entered the penalty area twice more, but twice Corredor’s shots didn’t find their way into the goal. So Düsseldorf went into the locker room with a happy lead.
After the break, Marcel Schuhen saved the Lilies from falling behind twice: first in the 47th minute, he deflected a shot from Kwarteng just around the post. Five minutes later, he blocked an effort from Haag that was destined for the corner.
However, the goalkeeper was powerless in the 60th minute when Haag met the ball sweetly and it flew into the net.
After the bad start to the second half, the Darmstadt team needed a boost, which come from the penalty spot. After a long ball, Marseiler was impeded in the area and Corredor sent Kastenmeier the wrong way on 69 minutes. Just three minutes later, parity was restored. A deep corner was nodded back across goal by Aleksandar Vukotic and Corredor was there again to head home.
Both teams had a chance to win the game in the time that remained. Philipp Förster came went on a strong run to the edge of the penalty area but then shot over the top with 9 minutes left on the clock. At the other end, Pejcinovic hit the outside post with a header in the 87th minute. Despite five minutes of added time, there was no further chances and both sides had to settle for a point.
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Season tickets for the 2026/27 season: All information is available here!
SV Darmstadt 98 informed all season ticket holders about the season ticket procedure for the 2026/27 season on Wednesday (May 6th) and would also like to share this letter on the club's own website.
Merck Autograph Session: With Pfeiffer, Klefisch and Lakenmacher
Autographs, photos, and personal encounters with the Lilies: You'll have the opportunity to do so on Thursday (May 7th) from 5pm to 6pm. As part of an autograph session presented by Merck, Patric Pfeiffer, Kai Klefisch, and Fynn Lakenmacher will be at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. You'll also receive a ten percent discount in the fan shop during this time.
Disappointment & pride
Darmstadt's 2-1 defeat at Karlsruher SC also ended any remaining theoretical hopes the South Hessian club had of finishing the season in the top three. The loss at the Wildpark stadium served somewhat as a symbol for the past few weeks, during which SV 98 had only managed one point from five matches since the international break in March. Following the game on Sunday afternoon, the Darmstadt players addressed the assembled media representatives with mixed feelings.
Merx hat trick: U21 deservedly wins at Hünfelder SV
Three points! SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team secured a victory in the Lotto Hessenliga on Saturday afternoon (May 2nd). In their match against Hünfelder SV, the young Lilies overcame an early deficit to clinch a convincing 3-1 win. This result puts the U21 team currently outside the relegation zone. "Our trend is clearly upward," said a delighted U21 coach Sebastian Schmitt.
HBRS and SV 98: Cooperation extended indefinitely
The successful collaboration between the Hessian Disabled and Rehabilitation Sports Association (HBRS) and SV Darmstadt 98 will continue long-term: Both partners have extended their existing agreement to promote inclusive sports indefinitely. This sends a clear signal for the sustainable development of inclusion and disability sports in Hesse.
„We must take the lead in the first half.“
A bitter end in Karlsruhe: After 90 entertaining minutes in which both teams sought salvation in attack, Darmstadt suffered a narrow defeat. The final score was 2-1 after a late goal from the home side, following Isac Lidberg's earlier equaliser. After the match, the players were particularly frustrated with the missed opportunities in the first half.
Lilies lose in Karlsruhe
The away form continues to be poor: SV 98 suffered a 2-1 (0-0) defeat against Karlsruher SC. Lidberg scored the equaliser for the team from southern Hesse in the 70th minute.
Team News: Five Changes in the Team
Darmstadt 98 visit Karlsruher SC on matchday 32 (May 3rd, 1:30 PM). Florian Kohfeldt has made five changes to his starting lineup. Killian Corredor replaces the injured Fraser Hornby, Aleksandar Vukotic comes in for the suspended Patric Pfeiffer, and Fabian Holland starts in place of Matej Maglica, who is sidelined with an ankle injury. Merveille Papela and Niklas Schmidt also join the team, replacing Sergio Lopez and Yosuke Furukawa. In addition to Hornby, Pfeiffer, and Maglica, Darmstadt will also be without the injured Matthias Bader, Fabian Nürnberger, and Luca Marseiler.
Matchday Guide: All Information before KSC Game
Finally, the weekend is here, finally Sunday! On Sunday afternoon (May 3rd, 1:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98 will face Karlsruher SC away. What do the two coaches have to say about the match, who will be refereeing, and where can you watch it if you're not at the stadium? All the important information about the Lilies' 32nd matchday is compiled for you here in "Matchday Guide".
Paul Fernie extends his contract long-term and moves up to a management position.
Continuity in sporting management: SV Darmstadt 98 has extended Paul Fernie's contract early and for the long term. As part of the contract extension, the current sporting director will move into the club's management board and will now serve as managing director of sport.
„You’ve seen horses vomit before.“
Our head coach spoke at the press conference before the away game against Karlsruher SC (May 3rd/1:30pm) about the mental freshness of his team, the course of action for the remaining games and his coaching colleague, whose commitment to KSC will end after six years this season.
Opposition Check: Karlsruher SC
Left hook, 'One hundred and eightyyyyyyy', and hand over the baton. Doesn't sound like football – and that's true. KSC is often associated with professional football, but with the sheer number of titles the club has won, it's worth looking beyond the pitch. Titles from Baden-Württemberg to Rome.