Markus Pfitzner, Vice President SV 98: „It is truly something special that SV Darmstadt 98 will travel to the USA next year, writing a small piece of history in the process. We are particularly pleased that this trip is part of a relationship that was not artificially created but grew naturally out of the existing partnership between the two cities. Over the past 15 months, our cooperation with San Antonio FC and Spurs Sports and Entertainment has been characterized by close exchange and growing familiarity, and now we are eagerly looking forward to the visit next year. We will take this opportunity to represent our Lilies values overseas. In addition to the friendly match as the sporting highlight, we are excited to meet the local community, build further networks and partnerships, and also become active in the social sphere.“
Martin Kowalewski, Managing Director SV 98: „From the moment we signed the official cooperation agreement in July 2024, both sides envisioned a friendly match in San Antonio. We are very pleased that we have now found a time period that fits both schedules and gives us the opportunity to represent SV Darmstadt 98 in the World Cup year in the DFL’s target market, the USA. This trip represents another milestone in our close collaboration with the city of San Antonio and San Antonio FC. I am convinced that we will be able to use the on-site visit for intensive knowledge exchange and that we can learn a great deal from an organization like Spurs Sports and Entertainment—not only in sports, but also in many areas that are relevant to our club, such as marketing and merchandising.“
The match against San Antonio FC is scheduled for March 25. Additionally, the Lilies will train at the SAFC facilities. Various meetings with representatives of both cities, SAFC, and SS&E are planned, along with cultural and social activities.
SV 98 are working closely on the latest USA trip with the DFL Deutsche Fußball Liga, which supports its clubs to grow the visibility of the Bundesliga globally, as part of an overarching international marketing strategy.
Fans interested in accompanying SV 98 to San Antonio, 22-28 March are welcome to contact fanbeauftragter@sv98.de.
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