The resignation of Torsten Lieberknecht and the signing of Florian Kohfeldt naturally dominated the headlines around the Merck Stadium during the international break. But there is also news about the „Bölle“ outside of the head coach position. You can find all the important topics in our weekly “Lilies across the Board” section.
Debut for Fabian Nürnberger: Our number 15 made his debut for the Bulgarian national team and was on the field for the entire match in two games in the UEFA Nations League. In Group 3 of League C, the Bulgarians first met Belarus in Hungary (0-0) before winning the duel with Northern Ireland 1-0.
In October, coach Ilian Iliev’s team will first welcome Luxembourg as part of the Nations League (October 12th/6pm), before the away game in Northern Ireland on October 15th (8:45pm).
Bulgaria is the home country of Nürnberger’s mother. We warmly congratulate Fabian on his successful debut in the national team jersey!
On September 6th, SV Darmstadt 98 initiated a Lily golf tournament among partners and sponsors for the first time. A varied program awaited the guests at the facility in Gernsheim: an introductory course for those who wanted to try golf, as well as a tournament for experienced players on a 9-hole round. More than 50 participants enjoyed the special day in the best weather.
Following the award ceremony, the evening ended comfortably with a barbecue buffet and networking until sunset.
Our special thanks go to Ralf Althaus and the team at the Gernsheim Golf Resort for their warm hospitality, as well as to all our sponsors for their support and trust in the club.
A true Lily Saturday awaits everyone who sticks with the SV 98. First, the professionals will welcome Eintracht Braunschweig at the Kohfeldt premiere in the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor, kick-off is at 1pm. At 3:30pm the U21s will play second-placed RW Walldorf.
Things are going well with the fan team! The “zwote Zwote” celebrated its third victory in a row! The team won the away game at SV Weiterstadt II 2-1. The next duel, a real derby, will take place next Sunday afternoon, September 15th, in Pfungstadt. There the Lilies meet the DJK-SSG Darmstadt. The game starts at 3pm. Come by and support our fan team!
Our man with the number 9, Fraser Hornby, celebrates his 26th birthday next Friday (September 13th). The center forward has been part of the Lilien family since the 2023/24 season and has since played eleven competitive games in the SV 98 jersey.
Dear Fraser, we wish you all the best on your special day!
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.
Our head coach spoke at the press conference before the away game against Karlsruher SC (May 3rd/1:30pm) about the mental freshness of his team, the course of action for the remaining games and his coaching colleague, whose commitment to KSC will end after six years this season.
Left hook, 'One hundred and eightyyyyyyy', and hand over the baton. Doesn't sound like football – and that's true. KSC is often associated with professional football, but with the sheer number of titles the club has won, it's worth looking beyond the pitch. Titles from Baden-Württemberg to Rome.
In a rescheduled Lotto Hessenliga match, SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team hosted SV Hummetroth at their youth academy on Wednesday evening (April 29th) but unfortunately came away empty-handed. Despite a spirited performance and playing with one man less, the score after 90 minutes was 3-1 in favour of Hummetroth.
Lilies at the Wildpark! SV Darmstadt 98 will be playing away against Karlsruher SC this coming Sunday (May 3rd/1:30pm) for the 32nd matchday of the 2. Bundesliga. Will Darmstadt's positive record from recent encounters continue? Will Florian Kohfeldt and Isac Lidberg extend their scoring streak against KSC? And will Fabian Schleusener finally stop scoring against SV 98? We've compiled all the facts and figures for you.
SV Darmstadt 98 will be playing away against Karlsruher SC on Sunday (May 3rd/1:30pm) at the Wildpark Stadium for the 32nd matchday. To ensure you are well prepared for your trip to KSC, here is a summary of all the important information for your visit to the stadium.
To ensure a smooth and convenient journey to Karlsruhe this weekend, SV 98 is offering a special train service that will transport Lilies fans directly from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe and back. Additionally, SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team will host SV Hummetroth at their home academy this Wednesday evening (April 29th). For more news and updates, check out our usual "Lilien Across the Board" – all the latest news about the club, gathered here for you.
At the end of the current season, the partnership between SV Darmstadt 98 and Software AG, which has grown over many years, will end due to a strategic realignment of the software company.
The DFB sports court has suspended Patric Pfeiffer for one match following his sending-off against SV Elversberg.
Four goals, three points, and a well-deserved victory in the Hessenliga! At home against VfB 1905 Marburg last Saturday (April 25th), SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team finally celebrated a win after a long wait. Thanks to their confidence, assertiveness in one-on-one situations, and numerous scoring opportunities, the U21s convincingly beat the Marburg team 4-0.
As Florian Kohfeldt approached the team's dressing room at halftime, the Darmstadt head coach heard exactly one sentence: "It's not finished." Fraser Hornby had uttered it, setting the tone for his teammates and himself. What followed was a remarkable second half from Darmstadt 98 and a point against SV Elversberg, a point that, while likely insufficient for their promotion hopes in southern Hesse, nonetheless filled the Darmstadt fans with pride.
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.