HAIX, main and jersey partner of SV Darmstadt 98, is also "Under the Sign of the Lily": Since this season, the Bavarian specialist for functional shoes and clothing has been involved in SV 98's social campaign. Effective immediately, HAIX also supports the club's own project "fit nach vorn," which opens up new perspectives for refugees through a community football meeting and also helps them find connections in local amateur clubs.
The program combines weekly soccer meetings with practical career guidance support. Young refugees and Darmstadt residents without refugee experience train side by side, get to know each other, and benefit from career guidance support and get-togethers with Lilien partners. „Fit for the Future“ thus makes a significant contribution to integration, participation, and social interaction.
Martin Kowalewski, Managing Director of Marketing & Sales: „With HAIX, we are gaining a strong partner who shares our social responsibility and fully supports the „Fit for the Future“ project. Sport can build bridges, as our project has proven for many years. The fact that a company like HAIX is now supporting our commitment in this way and shares the idea behind it is an important signal for our city and our region. Together, we are committed to ensuring that integration doesn’t remain just a slogan, but is lived in everyday life.“
Michael Haimerl, shareholder and managing director of HAIX: „The social commitment „Under the Sign of the Lily“ impressively demonstrates how sport has an impact far beyond the pitch: It connects people, creates encounters, and opens up new perspectives. With the „Fit Forward“ project, SV Darmstadt 98 and HAIX are setting a strong example for integration and social togetherness. We at HAIX are proud to support this valuable program and thus give young refugees and locals the opportunity to grow together – athletically, professionally, and personally.“
On Sunday, the Lilies face a challenge in Baden: for the 8th matchday, SV Darmstadt 98 travel to take on Karlsruher SC. At the pre-match press conference, our head coach discussed the squad situation, the qualities of the opposition, and the team's motivation to get back to winning ways on the road.
On Sunday (October 18th), SV Darmstadt 98 will visit Karlsruher SC. KSC has a history that extends well beyond the confines of German football: the club from Baden once caused a stir on the European stage, writing a chapter that is still remembered today. But how did KSC manage to step into the international spotlight, and what made this success so special?
The next away match is coming up: this Sunday (October 18th, 1:30pm), the Lilien will visit Karlsruher SC for the 8th matchday of the 2. Bundesliga. As always, you can find all the essential information regarding travel and your visit to the stadium in the fan guidelines.
SV Darmstadt 98 invites all its members to come to the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor on November 1st, 2026, starting at 11:30am. Together, we aim to once again create the largest team photo in our club’s history—with the professional players in the front and the entire Lilies family behind them.
On Sunday (Oct 18th), SV Darmstadt 98 will visit Karlsruher SC. The side from Baden differs from the Lilies in several key respects. Furthermore, the match will see SV 98 cross paths with a former player once again. Find out here about other connections between the two clubs, as well as some particularly interesting statistics ahead of the encounter.
On Tuesday evening (October 13th), the SilberLilien took part in SV Darmstadt 98’s Stolperstein tour for the first time. Along the approximately six-kilometre route, the participants made several stops to learn more about the fates of Jewish club members who were persecuted and driven out during the Holocaust.
From new grassroots sports offerings and a look back at the club's history to birthdays and the latest updates from the media briefing—there is plenty to report from SV Darmstadt 98 again this week. In "Lilien Across the Board," we round up the news, insights, and stories from life at the club.
Tickets for the home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on November 22nd are available for purchase now.
SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team proved their mettle at home against KSV Hessen Kassel II in the Hessenliga on Sunday (Oct. 11th). After a convincing 90-minute performance, the Young Lilies secured another three points, finishing with a decisive 4–0 victory that lifts them to sixth place in the standings.
The Lilies overturned an early deficit to celebrate a 3–1 home victory against Energie Cottbus—a win that boosts confidence and confirms the progress being made. Read our analysis to find out why there is still work to be done and what positives SV 98 takes away from the match.
This season, too, Lilien fans will be doubly rewarded for every home goal scored by SV Darmstadt 98. In addition to the joy and excitement of the goals, the team's supporters will receive 98 litres of Krombacher Pils for every home goal scored by Darmstadt at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor.
After the international break, Darmstadt 98 returned to the Bölle with a home win! Against Energie Cottbus, SV Darmstadt 98 put on a spirited performance in front of their home crowd and rewarded themselves with three points after an intense match. We've compiled the post-match reactions for you here: