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Lilies celebrate their first win of the second half of the season
A very important home win for SV 98! The Lilies beat FC Schalke 04 2-0 (2-0). A brace from Isac Lidberg inside the first 5 minutes, set the course for victory early on, and the home team also earned the home score thanks to a concentrated and passionate performance.
In the home game against FC Schalke 04, the Lilies got off to an absolute dream start and impressively shook off their goalless streak. After just three minutes, Isac Lidberg moved into the penalty area from outside and sent the ball into the far corner with a powerful shot. Just two minutes later, the Swede had his brace: Luca Marseiler played a perfect pass and Lidberg lobbed the ball into the net to make it 2-0 inside 5 minutes. The third attemptof the game also went to the home team, but Andreas Müller’s attempt flew well over the goal just 2 minutes later.
Schalke then had more possession of the ball for long stretches, but only Darmstadt had any good chances. After 21 minutes, Killian Corredor passed through to Fraser Hornby, who shot from a tight angle, but only hit the far post and the home team’s follow-up shot was also blocked.
With a strong performance and many duels won, the 98ers prevented the guests from getting good shots and so it took until the 39th minute of the game before Marcel Schuhen was called upon for the first time. He deflected Seguin’s attempt for a corner and the Lilies went into the break 2-0.
In the first few minutes after the break, the Darmstadt team rarely managed to break free from their own half, but the defence remained alert and allowed little except for a long-range shot from Grüger, 3 minutes into the half. Thanks to quick transitions, the 98ers remained the more dangerous team overall, even if they initially didn’t produce a decisive goal.
Aleksandar Vukotic had the best chance in the second half so far, but his header from a corner flew just wide of the post on 63 minutes. Seven minutes later, Hornby tried at full speed after a strong combination with fellow striker Lidberg, but the ball just missed the far post with 20 minutes remaining.
After Schalke’s Grüger were sent off for a second yellow in the 76th minute of the game, the Lilies were in the majority in the final minutes. Six minutes before the end, Hornby tried a curling shot, but he was unable to score with this attempt either. But even without another goal, the 98ers confidently took the lead over time and secured the home win.
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Lack of context
More than 30,000 fans packed the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion, creating an impressive atmosphere under the floodlights – pure football romance. The setting for Darmstadt's away match against Dynamo Dresden was truly special. Two teams with a playful and attacking approach faced off. For 42 minutes, these ingredients combined to create an entertaining, tactically sophisticated, and intense duel. Until a referee's decision decisively influenced the outcome. We look back on an emotional evening in Dresden.
„The referee decided the game today.“
After 13 unbeaten second-division matches, SV Darmstadt 98 suffered their first defeat this Friday evening. Three unfortunate minutes just before halftime, during which Patric Pfeiffer was sent off and Vincent Vermeij scored twice, paved the way for Dresden's victory. After the match, the focus was primarily on the differing assessments of two very similar incidents by the refereeing team – incidents which both coaches subsequently evaluated identically.
Undefeated streak ends
For the first time since October, Darmstadt 98 finished a league match without any points: SV 98 lost 3-1 (2-0) to SG Dynamo Dresden. After a controversial red card against Patric Pfeiffer (42nd minute), the home side scored two goals in first-half stoppage time to secure the victory.
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.
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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.