On Saturday (August 16th), Christopher Street Day will take place in Darmstadt. Under the motto: "Never quiet again! I love how I want." SV Darmstadt 98 is calling on everyone who isn't accompanying SV 98 to Lübeck to show their support for a colorful and open Darmstadt! You also have the chance to win exclusive stadium tours with our new summer signings. You can find out all this and more in our weekly column "Lilien Across the Board."
Anyone who becomes a member of SV Darmstadt 98 by September 1st has the chance to win a very special prize. All Lilies who submit their membership application by the end of the deadline at midnight at www.wirlilien.de automatically go into the draw – no additional registration is necessary.
SV Darmstadt 98 is giving away exclusive stadium tours with our summer signings to all new members. These tours will be led by stadium guides from the Fan and Supporter Department. You can expect not only a look behind the scenes but also the opportunity to meet SV 98’s new players in person. The tours will take place by appointment in September or October and promise an unforgettable Lilien experience – close to the team and the stadium like never before.
Pride 2025 is just around the corner! On Saturday (August 16), the annual Christopher Street Day will take place in Darmstadt – under the motto „Never be still again! I love how I want.“ It’s an event of solidarity, support, and acceptance for the queer community. The day will kick off with a demonstration parade at noon, and the festival begins at Karolinenplatz at 2pm. A colourful supporting program awaits all guests.
SV Darmstadt 98 also calls on you to participate in Christopher Street Day in Darmstadt. We, the Lilies, stand for diversity and tolerance and are firmly committed to combating any form of discrimination.
Marco Richter started the new season with the Lilies in a good mood and full of anticipation. „The mood in the team is very good. We like to start the season with two wins; we’ve set ourselves some goals and have already achieved a lot. Of course, there are also areas where we can still improve,“ the 27-year-old explained in a media briefing on Wednesday afternoon (August 13th).
After the victories against Bochum and Nürnberg, the focus is now clearly on the upcoming DFB-Pokal match this weekend. „For us, only the win counts. It’s really exciting to play with this team. We definitely want to advance against Lübeck and then see what the next rounds bring,“ Richter said. However, he is aware of the pitfalls of the first round: „There are surprises in many games. But we know exactly what to expect. In Lübeck, a small, compact stadium and a nasty team from the Regionalliga await us. But we’re going there with our heads held high – thanks in part to our two recent wins.“
I had great conversations with everyone in charge here in Darmstadt and quickly realised I wanted to move. I'm very happy to be here.
Richter also reflected on his recent past. „The preseason in Mainz didn’t go as I had imagined. I had great discussions with everyone in charge here in Darmstadt and quickly realised that I wanted to move. I’m very happy to be here.“
He describes his career as having varied experiences. „In Augsburg, I was able to take my first steps as a professional, but the move to Hertha didn’t go as hoped. Things in Mainz weren’t as I had imagined either. The move to Darmstadt was clear to me because I absolutely want to play football. My goal isn’t to sit on the bench, but to attack all the way again, celebrate successes with the team, and hopefully score a lot of points.“ His jersey number also has special meaning for Richter: „The 23 was my first professional number in Augsburg, during a time when I was going through a good phase. That’s why it’s special to me.“
On the first matchday of their inaugural season in the District League B, the fan team lost 5-1 away to St. Stephan Griesheim II. The start was bold, but the difference compared to the District League C was noticeable for the „second second team.“ The team equalised the early deficit after a corner, before St. Stephan consistently capitalised on their chances and pulled ahead 3-1 by halftime. In the second half, the visitors attempted to build further pressure, but conceded a 4-1 goal immediately after the restart. After that, St. Stephan dominated the game, allowing few offensive opportunities. The final goal came shortly before the final whistle, making the final score 5-1.
There remains one small disappointment for the fan team, however: last year’s season also began with a defeat. In the end, however, the „second second team“ crowned itself champion of the District League C thanks to a strong season. On Friday (15.08/7.30pm) there is a chance to make amends in the first home game of the season against FSV Schneppenhausen.
The SV Darmstadt 98 U19 team has had a successful start to the new season of the DFB-Nachwuchsliga (German Youth League). After a 3-3 draw in the opening match, the Lilies‘ B-Juniors celebrated a 5-3 away win at 1. FC Kaiserslautern in their second match, securing second place in their group. The match began with Darmstadt taking an early lead in the 15th minute. However, the hosts turned the game around, scoring two goals before halftime and adding another shortly after the break. The Lilies were undeterred, scoring three goals within just 16 minutes to make it 4-3. SV 98 finally secured the final score of 5-3 in stoppage time.
Like the first team, the U19 team now has a week off from regular league play. But it won’t be football-free: On Saturday (August 16th at 12pm), coach Patrick Kurt’s team will face the U19s of Berliner AK in the DFB Cup. Meanwhile, the U17s still have a few friendlies to play before the league gets serious again. The last friendly match should have been quite instructive: On Saturday (August 9th), the B-Juniors lost 7-2 to VfL Bochum.
Have you always dreamed of working behind the scenes at SV Darmstadt 98? And getting involved in this exciting field? Now is the perfect opportunity to make that dream come true. The Lilies are currently looking for a dedicated physiotherapist (m/f/d) in the SV Darmstadt 98 youth performance centre and the TheReSport Darmstadt rehabilitation center. You can apply at here.
Our former team doctor has reason to celebrate: Today, Wednesday (August 13th), Dr. Ingo Schwinnen celebrates his 57th birthday. He has been an integral part of the Lilien family for well over a decade. We warmly congratulate you on your special day and thank you for your dedicated work.
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.
