This coming weekend (June 13th & 14th), the veterans team will be playing two matches. We'll give you all the details. We also celebrated two birthdays this week and have several events coming up. At the same time, we're keeping an eye on how our partner club, San Antonio FC, is doing. We've compiled all this and more for you in this edition of Lilies Across the Board.
The SV Darmstadt 98 veterans team has two matches scheduled for this coming weekend. On Saturday (June 13th), they will be playing away against SV Blau-Gelb Frankfurt to celebrate their 100th anniversary. Kick-off is at 5pm. The venue is Ginnheimer Wäldchen 4, 60431 Frankfurt am Main.
On Sunday (June 14th), they have two more games. To mark the 125th anniversary of SG Arheilgen, the veterans team will participate in a three-team tournament. In addition to SV Darmstadt 98, SG Arheilgen and SpVgg Bayern Hof will also be competing. The tournament will be played in a round-robin format with each match consisting of two 20-minute halves. The tournament starts at 2pm. The venue is Würzburger Str. 60, 64291 Darmstadt.
Yesterday, Tuesday (June 9th), Martin Kowalewski celebrated his 56th birthday. The Lilies extend their warmest congratulations to their Managing Director of Marketing and Sales and wish him good health and many happy moments in the coming year. All the best, Martin!
SV Darmstadt 98 is looking for enthusiastic Lilies fans for the new FuFa volunteer team. Volunteers will assist stadium visitors before and during matches and help with various tasks in and around the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. Occasionally, you will also accompany the team to away games. Has this sparked your interest? All further information can be found here.
Isac Lidberg is leaving Darmstadt for Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Bundesliga. The striker joined Darmstadt from FC Utrecht in August 2024. The 27-year-old made a total of 64 appearances for SV Darmstadt 98, scoring 32 goals and providing 11 assists. The Stockholm native made his debut for the Swedish national team in November 2024 and has since earned three caps for his country. You can find all the information here.
Thank you for your efforts and all the best, Isac!
Darmstadt 98 are holding their first flea market in the forecourt of the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. On July 12th, everyone is welcome to browse the various stalls free of charge. There’s also the opportunity to run your own stall after registering in advance. All stall fees will be donated to the animal welfare organization Kellerranch e.V.
On June 26th, Peter Kunz will be a guest at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. As part of the presentation of his new book, „Gude, ihr Labbe! Humor ist Chefsache“ (Hey, you idiots! Humour is a matter for the boss), visitors can expect an entertaining evening. The event will not only feature readings from the book: Peter Kunz will combine storytelling with improvisation and direct interaction with the audience. He will also offer insights into the role humor can play in everyday work life, negotiations, and leadership. Here you will find all the important information and the tickets:
San Antonio FC secured another three points. With their 2-1 away win against Tulsa FC last Sunday (June 7th), SAFC maintained their lead in the league standings.
The hosts initially took the lead in the 18th minute through Remi Cabral. However, the visitors remained unfazed and equalised shortly after halftime. Following a cross into the penalty area, Mikey Maldonado headed the ball powerfully into the left corner (51st minute). For a long time, it looked like the match would end in a draw, but San Antonio struck again in stoppage time. After a cross from the left wing, Luke Haakenson was on hand to head home the winning goal in the 91st minute, sparking jubilant celebrations.
On June 27th, the time has come. Jimmie Wilson will bring hits like „Hello,“ „Stuck on You,“ and „All Night Long“ live to Böllenfalltor at the „Lionel Richie Tribute Night.“ The American singer, who lives in Darmstadt, will provide an evening filled with familiar melodies. The perfect setting will be created in the south wing of the ENTEGA VIP Lounge in the South Business Area of the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. Doors open at 8:30pm, and the show starts at 9:30pm Standing room only. Seating is available for those with limited mobility. Tickets are still available online and at the box office.
On Monday (June 8th), our team doctor, Dr. Alexander Lesch, celebrated his 52nd birthday. SV 98 wishes him all the best for his birthday, good health, and continued success. Thank you for your dedication to the Lilies!
An emotional match with many controversial moments unfolded on Sunday afternoon at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. Ultimately, Darmstadt suffered their first home defeat of the young season. We've compiled the post-match reactions for you.
Tried everything, but to no avail: SV 98 came up short in their home game against Hannover 96. The final score was 1-0 (0-0) to the visitors, whilst the Lilies had to play with ten men after Vukotic was sent off in the 20th minute.
Home game against Hannover! On matchday 3, Darmstadt 98 will host the ambitious Lower Saxons at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. Florian Kohfeldt has made three changes to his starting lineup compared to the victory in Jena. Hiroki Akiyama replaces the suspended Kai Klefisch, while Nicolas Verkooijen (making his first start) and Yosuke Furukawa start in place of Carlo Sickinger and Manolo Merx.
Weekend, Lilies fever! On Sunday (August 30th/1:30pm), the Lilies have their third matchday on the schedule. Hannover 96, the club from the Lower Saxon capital, will be visiting the Bölle. What do the two head coaches have to say before kickoff? Who will be refereeing the match? And where can you watch the game? As usual, we've compiled all the important information about the match against Hannover in our "Matchday Guide"
One day before their home game against Hannover 96, Darmstadt 98 have announced another new signing. William Mikelbrencis will now wear the SV 98 jersey. The 22-year-old Frenchman was under contract with Hamburger SV until June 30th.
In the press conference before the second home game of the still young season, our head coach spoke about, among other things, our team's attacking play and the past week. As usual, you can find the most important statements before the match against Hannover 96 (August 30th/1:30pm) here for you.
A second-division team on the Berlin Mount Olympus: Hannover 96 achieved something unique in 1992. On May 23, the Lower Saxony club defeated Borussia Mönchengladbach in the DFB Cup final, securing another major title in the club's history 38 years after their German championship win in 1954. Hannover became the first and, to this day, only "true" second-division team to win the DFB Cup, causing one of the biggest upsets in the competition's history.
A special place of remembrance for one of the most famous Darmstadt fans. Before SV Darmstadt 98's home game against Hannover 96 on Sunday (August 30th), Jonathan Heimes Square at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor will be officially opened.
Darmstadt's league campaign resumes on Sunday (August 30th). Their opponent? Hannover 96! Hannover 96 have lost more often to Darmstadt than to any other team in the 2. Bundesliga. All the other facts and figures surrounding the match can be found here.
On Sunday (August 30, 2026, 1:30pm), SV 98 asks you to take note of the following information for the upcoming home game. Starting this season, we will be offering women's entrances at the west entrances. Additionally, there is a Bölle Bande family entrance with easier access at the Karl-Hess-Platz entrance.
In Wednesday's media briefing, Nicolas Verkooijen spoke about his Kickbase team, communication within the squad, and the intensive training in Germany. A former Darmstadt 98 player had the opportunity to compete against the best footballers, and we report on the historic stadium tour as part of the Bundesliga's founding anniversary celebrations. All the latest news from SV Darmstadt 98 can be found, as usual, in "Lilies Across the Board"
A journey to the roots of the Lilies: Where churches, residential buildings, or clubhouses stand today, Darmstadt football history was once written. To mark the Day of German Football History, 35 participants set out on a special tour of discovery aboard the professional team's bus—tracing the path from the early pitches of FK Olympia and SC Darmstadt to the club's current home at the Böllenfalltor.