Press conference in the Merck Stadium at the Böllenfalltor. Before the last game of the season against Borussia Dortmund (May 18th/3:30pm), Torsten Lieberknecht answered questions from the journalists present in the PK room. The head coach of the Lilies spoke about the upcoming duel and looked at the current season and also the coming season. We have summarised the most important statements for you.
Personnel update: For the reasons already communicated, Fabian Holland, Fraser Hornby, Braydon Manu, Clemens Riedel and Sebastian Polter are still missing. Fabian Nürnberger, who is scheduled for shoulder surgery, is not available. Aaron Seydel (infection), Gerrit Holtmann (back pain) and Bartol Franjic (thigh problems) are also not there. Luca Pfeiffer suffered a metatarsal fracture yesterday, Wednesday, and he will also undergo surgery soon. Jannik Müller is also suspended for yellow. Matthias Bader is back on the field with a face mask.
I was just as frustrated the next day as I was on match day. We played a game that wasn’t worthy of the setting. There was a choreo, the fans wanted to see a sensible game again. But we all completely screwed that up. We talked about it the day after – first about the content. Then for me it was about focusing on the game against Borussia Dortmund.
I spoke to both of them and we sorted it out. In the dressing room they shook hands in front of the entire team. The matter is now settled. There is no rift in the team. But a certain frustration and emotionality are also normal when you go through the season for so long, frustratingly with few highlights. We are all disappointed.
As is well known and deservedly, Dortmund is in the Champions League final. From a German perspective, they will hopefully win the final. We, on the other hand, want to go onto the pitch on Saturday and consistently carry out the things we discussed beforehand. The important thing is to grab the honor. Everyone should do everything they can to deliver a sensible game.
I hated the word “enjoy” from the moment we got promoted because I knew it wouldn’t be fun in the Bundesliga. It is of course a privilege to come to the first division and to be able to play there. But we didn’t prove that we were suitable for the first division. Because we all – including me – have made mistakes. The many injuries were also a difficult part of our season – and therefore also part of our error analysis. Looking at the lineups, due to massive injury problems, I was unable to put a team on the pitch that could develop continuously.
We are in the process of setting the course for the future. Everyone – including me – is extremely motivated to show exactly what we showed the two years before: From an average second division team, we have formed a team that identifies with the club. We have a clean and sensible structure in the team for the new season, to which we want to add fresh blood from outside – and have already done so with Fynn Lakenmacher. It is important that these changes happen. The possibility of this is due, among other things, to the fact that many contracts are expiring. We want to bring together a team that will provide bright light again. I also know what I can do and what I am capable of and what we will achieve together with Paul.
A floodlit match at the Rudolf-Haribig-Stadion is always something special. Darmstadt 98 are aiming to take three points back to southern Hesse this Friday evening (February 27th). Kick-off is at 6:30pm. All the important information about the 24th matchday of the 2. Bundesliga is clearly summarised for you in our "Matchday Guide".
Darmstadt 98 aim to extend their unbeaten run to 14 games in Friday evening's match against Dynamo Dresden. While Darmstadt's potent attack has resulted in a respectable goal tally, they are wary at the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion. The Saxons have been on an upward trend since the winter break and will have a vociferous home crowd behind them. We've compiled all the facts and figures surrounding this clash in this report. Here you'll find the key facts for tomorrow's match.
Darmstadt and Dresden are 598 kilometres apart. On Friday evening (February 27th, 6:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98 will travel to the Saxon capital for the 24th matchday of the 2nd Bundesliga. The next away game will take place under the floodlights at the historic Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion. You can find all relevant fan information here.
Before SV Darmstadt 98 plays under floodlights in Dresden on Friday evening (27.02/18.30), Florian Kohfeldt spoke at the press conference about the strengths of Dynamo Dresden and the special atmosphere in the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion.
Raoul Petretta joined SV Darmstadt 98 in the winter and already feels very much at home. He talks about his arrival and his goals. Besides their sporting focus, the Lilies are also committed to sustainability: On March 15, 2026, over 3,500 trees will be planted as part of the fifth "In the Sign of the Lily" tree-planting campaign. In our "Lilies Across the Board" section, we provide you with the most important news from SV Darmstadt 98 every week.
Numerous Dynamo Dresden fans flock to the stadium on home match days. But one day, they came for a single reason: What should their stadium be called in the future? Tens of thousands of supporters gathered in front of the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion, ready to cast their votes. In cooperation with regional partners, Dynamo Dresden's management took the unusual step of letting the club's supporters decide for themselves.
WirLilien – Together for nature conservation! Together with our partner Krombacher, we will once again plant more than 3,500 trees on Sunday (March 15th) – under the banner of the Lily. You can still register for the event at short notice.
On Friday (February 27th, 7:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team begins the second phase of their Hessenliga season. With 23 points after 20 matchdays, the Lilies are currently in 14th place. Following intensive weeks of winter training, the team aims to start the upcoming challenges with renewed energy and secure crucial points.
A fast-paced, thrilling exchange between SV Darmstadt 98 and Fortuna Düsseldorf reached its ecstatic climax in the 88th minute. Thanks to Matej Maglica's header, Darmstadt secured a 2-1 victory in a wild battle that resembled a 12-round boxing match, with both sides neglecting their defences and constantly searching for the next hook or punch. A day later, sv98.de looks back on what was probably the most exciting home game of the season so far for the South Hessian side.
For every home goal scored by the Lilies, SV Darmstadt 98 fans will be doubly rewarded in the 2025/26 season. In addition to the joy and excitement, the Lilies' supporters will also receive 98 litres of Krombacher Pils for every home goal scored by Darmstadt at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor.
In an intense 90 minutes between SV Darmstadt 98 and Fortuna Düsseldorf, the Lilies fought back to secure three points shortly before the final whistle. The early lead taken by the team from southern Hesse was quickly erased by the Rhinelanders. The match became increasingly wild and physical. The second half remained evenly contested, but in the end, SV 98 once again demonstrated their fighting spirit: Matej Maglica's late header sealed the three points. What do the players and the two head coaches have to say about this thrilling encounter? We've compiled all the post-match reactions.
SV Darmstadt 98 remain a force to be reckoned with at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor! The Lilies defeated Fortuna Düsseldorf 2-1 (1-1) on matchday 23. It's their sixth consecutive home win, bringing their total to 45 points. Hornby opened the scoring for the home side after just seven minutes, before Maglica (88th minute) netted the decisive goal in the second half.