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Isac Lidberg in Portrait
The tenth new signing for the Lilies is Isac Lidberg. The 25-year-old Swedish attacker played for Dutch first division club FC Utrecht last season. Isac previously gained a lot of experience in Norway and Sweden. We have taken a closer look at our new number seven and would like to introduce you to Isac Lidberg.
With the love for German football to southern Hesse. Lidberg, who has been passionate about German football since his childhood, has now taken the step to Germany. Not an unknown country. for him. Even as a child, he accompanied his father Martin Lidberg – a former professional wrestler – to competitions across Europe and in the Federal Republic. He often spent his free time in football stadiums. “We often went to football games. And since then my heart has beaten for German football. The Bundesliga used to always be my favorite league. I’m really happy to finally be on German turf myself,” explained Lidberg in his inaugural interview at the Böllenfalltor.
“He is an ambitious guy who works hard. He is good at scoring goals when he has the chance. He still has a great future ahead of him,” his coach at Hammarby IF, Kennedy Bakircioglü, once said about the young striker. At Hammerby, a club from his hometown of Stockholm, he learned to play football and later became the youngest professional debutant in the club’s history at the age of 16. Lidberg also played for several Swedish youth national teams.
The Swedish attacker’s first move abroad took him to Norway in the 2017/18 season, where he played for IK Start as well as FK Jerv and Hamarkameratene until 2019. He then moved back to his home country and played for IF Brommapojkarna and Gefle IF. Finally, in 2021 he moved on to a new country – away from Scandinavia. Lidberg initially spent two seasons with the Dutch first division club Go Ahead Eagles, where he played 72 games, scored 14 goals and prepared seven goals. Then he moved within the Netherlands to FC Utrecht in the summer of 2023. He was able to collect five goals and three assists there last season.
Now a new chapter begins for the 25-year-old. Namely at SV Darmstadt 98 in the 2nd Bundesliga – and already with a success! In his first competitive game in the DFB Cup, he immediately showed what he was made of. Just a minute after coming on as a substitute, he prepared the goal for his Swedish strike partner Oscar Vilhelmsson to make it 3-1.
Welcome and here’s to many more assists and goals at the Bölle, Isac!
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Team News: Three Changes to the Team
Under the floodlights at the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadium. On Friday evening (February 27th/6:30pm), Darmstadt 98 will play away against Dynamo Dresden. Florian Kohfeldt has made three changes to his starting eleven. Raoul Petretta makes his first start, replacing Fabian Holland. Luca Marseiler starts in place of the suspended Marco Richter, and Hiroki Akiyama replaces Fraser Hornby, who is sidelined with a thigh injury. Fabian Nürnberger, Matthias Bader, and Bartosz Bialek remain unavailable due to injury.
Matchday Guide: All Information for the Dresden Game
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".
Facts & Stats: The top facts about the Dresden game
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.
Fan Information for the Dresden Game
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.
„Pure football romance“
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.
“Now I’m happy in Darmstadt!” | Lilies launch their 5th tree planting campaign
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.
Opposition Check: SG Dynamo Dresden
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.
5th Tree Planting Campaign: Register now!
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.
U21: With renewed energy into the rest of the season
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.
Analysis of the home victory: The resistance fighters from Bölle
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.
Krombacher Böllenfalltor GOAL bonus
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.
„We held onto the belief in victory until the very end.“
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.