27.11.2025 / English
Lilien visit Fanclubs
On Wednesday evening (November 26th), the SV 98 professional squad set out to visit numerous fan clubs in Darmstadt and the surrounding area. Whether in casual conversation, bowling together, or lively discussions – everywhere it was clear what an important part such an evening is for "We Lilies".
Divided into eight groups, the Darmstadt players visited various fan clubs in Darmstadt and the surrounding region on Wednesday evening. Many were invited for food and informal conversation. For example, the „Blau-Weiß“ fan club, along with Isac Lidberg and Jean-Paul Boetius, formed a long table at the Lilienschänke (a local pub). A similarly relaxed atmosphere prevailed in Bickenbach (LF GG Bickenbach) during a meeting with Matthias Bader and Paul Will. The evenings at the „Häzemer Lilien“ (Vukotic and Maglica), the „RheinHeiner Lilien“ (Güler, Lakenmacher, and Arnold), the „Oldmen Darmstadt,“ and the „L.F.C.D & Blue Madness“ (Brunst and Hornby) were similarly enjoyable.
„This kind of exchange is important; it’s great to get to know the fans better,“ explained Benedikt Börner, who visited the „Oldmen“ along with Kai Klefisch and Hiroki Akiyama.
A special evening took place in the main stand of the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor, where Marcel Schuhen and Fabian Holland met with around 100 Darmstadt fans from the south stand to discuss various topics and engage in lively debate.
Marcel Schuhen said, „I find this kind of exchange incredibly valuable because it gives us players insight into many aspects of fan culture, and conversely, it helps the fan scene better understand the issues that concern us.“
The evening took a more sporting turn with the fan club „Gegengerade 98“: Together with Marco Richter, Patric Pfeiffer, and Max Pfister, they headed to the bowling alley. This evening activity was a big hit, especially with Richter: „It was a welcome change of pace and a lot of fun. I’ve felt the close connection to the fans at this club from the very beginning, so an evening like this is definitely confirmation of that.“
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.
Reference: Report on TV revenues 26/27
In recent days, various media outlets have published reports and graphics regarding the distribution of TV revenue for the 2026/27 season. Some of these reports included not only specific figures but also a comparison to the previous season. This comparison indicates a supposed revenue increase of €1.4 million for SV 98 compared to the 2025/26 season.
Successful test in Fehlheim
SV Darmstadt 98 successfully completed their second pre-season friendly, defeating Verbandsliga side VfR Fehlheim 8-0 (4-0).
