11.11.2024 / English
Lilien professionals distribute food to the homeless
With a “bon appetit” and a smile on your lips. The Lilien professionals Kai Klefisch, Matej Maglica, Sergio Lopez and Nico Baier helped hand out warm meals to the homeless and needy at Europaplatz in Darmstadt last Sunday (November 10th). Together they support the private initiative “Help the Homeless Darmstadt”, which distributes warm food and much more to the homeless and those in need every Sunday at the western exit of Darmstadt Central Station - and has been doing so in a voluntary capacity for over ten years.
Goulash soup and pea stew. Plus a small dessert. That was on the small but very tasty menu on Sunday. This time, the food was not handed over by the hard-working helpers from the “Help the Homeless Darmstadt” initiative, but by the four Lily professionals. “We were very happy to get involved. We are very pleased that with our help and a warm meal we were able to put a smile on the faces of the people here,” said Kai Klefisch on behalf of them. The SVD midfielder further explained to sv98.de: “As football professionals in particular, we live a very privileged life. It is therefore important to get to know these realities too. Our huge respect goes to all the helpers who organise this on a voluntary basis every Sunday.”
SV 98 hands over donations
In addition to the active support with the food distribution, SV Darmstadt 98 was also able to hand over the donations in kind on Sunday, which were at the Outdoor Sleepover at the start of November in the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor were collected. Both sleeping bags and sleeping mats were handed over to Petra Bier. She is part of the “Helping the Homeless Darmstadt” initiative and is now distributing the donations in kind to those in need.
“Helping the homeless in Darmstadt”
The private initiative has set itself the goal of “helping people in need regardless of their background, gender or nationality.” Every Sunday lunchtime, “Helping Homeless Darmstadt” meets at Europaplatz in Darmstadt to serve hot food and drinks to distribute food, clothing, hygiene products and pet food to the homeless and those in need.
Lilies win in Walldorf
SV Darmstadt 98 won their fourth pre-season friendly. The Lilies defeated regional league side FC-Astoria Walldorf 4-1 (0-0) after 120 minutes.
After the friendly match: Meet & Greet at the training camp
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.
Transfer News: Lannert Becomes Part of the Lilies
SV 98 remains active in the transfer market. The "Lilies" have signed Christopher Lannert from Arminia Bielefeld.
Intensive Week of Friendlies | Media Day at the Bölle
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.
Bundesliga Confirms Matchdays 3 to 6
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.
Transfer News: Kleinhansl Signs for SV 98
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.
Lilies continue their scoring spree
Third test, third clear victory. SV 98 won the match against FC 08 Homburg 5-1 (3-0).
Focused Energy becomes a premium partner of SV 98
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.
Transfer News: Corredor moves to Nantes
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.
Logistical information for the home match against Homburg
On Tuesday (July 14, 6pm), SV Darmstadt 98 hosts Regionalliga side FC Homburg and asks fans to take note of the following information.
Starting Wednesday: Member pre-sale for the first home match against Kiel
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.
Digital prize draw for the Krombacher BöllenfallTOR-Goal Bonus
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.