14.11.2024 / English
“I’m a player who always gives everything”
Since moving to Darmstadt, Killian Corredor has been in the starting line-up in every competitive game. The offensive player scored his first goal for the Lilies in the away game in Fürth. We spoke to the 24-year-old about the past few weeks, different positions and intensive runs.
sv98.de: Killian, you’ve been with the Lilies for almost exactly three months now. How did you settle into the team and in Darmstadt?
Killian Corredor: I was welcomed into the team very well from day one; the team made it easy for me to integrate into the group. And I also like the city, I feel comfortable.
sv98.de: How is communication going? Do you already understand a little German?
Corredor: Admittedly it’s quite complicated, German is really difficult. I now understand a few words. But I try to communicate in English.
Football is a universal language, it's easy to understand each other on the field.
sv98.de: You can also talk to the trainer in French.
Corredor: That’s really a plus point. This allows me to express myself better to him and allows him to better explain to me the things he wants to see from me.
sv98.de: Communication seems to be going well on the pitch. You have started every game since your move. You should be happy with that so far.
Corredor: Every player always wants to play, so of course I’m happy. I just try to do my best on the pitch to help the team. Football is a universal language, it’s easy to understand each other on the field.
sv98.de: Before you moved, did you expect what would happen to you in the second division?
Corredor: I was able to assess it quite well. I love football and watch a lot of games. I’m also lucky to have some friends who are already playing or have played in Germany. So I knew that a league with a lot of pace and high intensity was waiting for me. This has been absolutely confirmed so far.
sv98.de: Games at Schalke or the cup game in Dresden were certainly something special, right?
Corredor: We play football to experience games like this. It’s great to play in stadiums like this with such an atmosphere. That’s special, even though I’ve often experienced extraordinary games with a great atmosphere in France.
sv98.de: How do you feel about the home games?
Corredor: Our stadium is always full, the fans encourage us at every game and create a great atmosphere. The two wins against Köln and Hertha in particular were great fun.
sv98.de: The mood in the team seems to be really good at the moment. How much have the successes of the past few weeks helped?
Corredor: It took a while for everyone to get their bearings, but the team has been working really well since our first win. There is a very good atmosphere in the group, which helps us a lot to play the games successfully.
sv98.de: You also scored your first goal for Darmstadt in Fürth. A special moment?
Corredor: Yes, that was really good for me. My role on the field is a little different than before in France, but I try to learn different things and help the team everywhere. But of course I’m still a goalscorer at heart and goals are important to me (grins).
sv98.de: Under Florian Kohfeldt you are used in different positions: sometimes behind the forwards, sometimes a little more on the outside or in a diamond. Do you like this flexibility?
Corredor: I enjoy holding different positions with different requirements. I think I can adapt well and take on a different role within a game.
sv98.de: After the Hertha game, the coach particularly highlighted your many intensive runs. According to statistics there were 90 pieces…
Corredor: I am a player who always gives everything on the pitch. I don’t really think about whether I have to divide my strength precisely. If I can help the team with a run, then I’ll do it.
sv98.de: What things in your game do you still want to improve?
Corredor: I can get better everywhere. That’s why I don’t want to commit to it at all.
sv98.de: And finally: A popular fan chant is “Allez les bleus”. How did you feel when you first heard it?
Corredor: I was happy. I think it’s great that one of the songs is in French. Allez les bleus! (laughs)
Fan information for the Münster game
The second consecutive away game, and the last of the season, is upon us. Once again on a Sunday (May 10th, 1:30pm), Darmstadt will be playing away – this time against SC Preußen Münster. Everything you need to know for your final away trip of the season to the LVM-Preußenstadion, about three and a half hours away, can be found here in the usual fan information section.
+++ 98th Baby | Bölle Gang at the traffic school +++
There's a lot going on at the Bölle. The 98th Darmstadt baby of 2026, along with their family, visited the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor, and they weren't the only ones. Where else the Bölle gang has ended up, and many more news items about the club, can be found here in our "Lilies Across the Board" section, as every Wednesday.
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.