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Lilies Reach 2nd Round of the Cup
SV 98 has secured a spot in the next round of the DFB-Pokal. The Lilies won 2–1 (2–1) away at FC Carl Zeiss Jena. Milan Smit (11th minute) and Lance Duijvestijn (41st minute) sealed the victory against the Regionalliga side.
In the opening stages of the DFB-Pokal match against FC Carl Zeiss Jena, the hosts produced some promising passages of play and created dangerous scoring opportunities, though they failed to find the net. The South Hessians proved more clinical, taking the lead with their very first shot: Milan Smit beat his marker before firing a precise shot into the left corner from over 20 metres out in the 11th minute. Just three minutes later, Manolo Merx had a golden opportunity to make it 2–0; after receiving a precise pass from Patric Pfeiffer, the youngster found himself one-on-one with the goalkeeper but lifted the ball well over the crossbar.
Buoyed by the lead, the Lilien grew in confidence and continued to threaten; for instance, a shot from Lance Duijvestijn—following a lay-off by Merx—was blocked at the last moment, while Kai Klefisch’s subsequent long-range effort flew high over the bar just before the half hour mark. Six minutes later, Duijvestijn missed another chance from close range, denied by a save with the goalkeeper’s foot on 34 minutes. The ensuing corners created two dangerous moments: first, the keeper saved a shot from Pfeiffer, and then a defender cleared a header from Aleksandar Vukotic off the line.
The 98ers failed to capitalise on their chances, and the hosts equalised with a spectacular strike in the 39th minute: Elias Löder unleashed a first-time volley from long range that flew unstoppably into the top corner. Darmstadt responded immediately, however; after a one-two with Smit, Duijvestijn found himself unmarked in front of the keeper and scored from a tight angle to restore the lead, 2 minutes later.
The teams headed into the half-time break with the visitors holding a narrow but deserved lead.
After the restart, the Lilien largely controlled the game but initially struggled to turn that dominance into dangerous scoring opportunities. All in all, the second half offered few highlights, but ultimately the 98ers advanced to the second round of the DFB-Pokal without any major issues.
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Matchday Guide: All Information for the Karlsruhe Game
On Sunday afternoon (Oct 18th, 1:30pm), SV 98 will visit Karlsruher SC for the 8th matchday of the season. What do the two head coaches have to say ahead of kickoff? Who will be officiating the match, and where can you follow the action live? As always, we’ve put together all the essential information for the game against KSC in our "Matchday Guide" feature.
„We want to continue this path in Karlsruhe“
On Sunday, the Lilies face a challenge in Baden: for the 8th matchday, SV Darmstadt 98 travel to take on Karlsruher SC. At the pre-match press conference, our head coach discussed the squad situation, the qualities of the opposition, and the team's motivation to get back to winning ways on the road.
Opposition Check: Karlsruher SC
On Sunday (October 18th), SV Darmstadt 98 will visit Karlsruher SC. KSC has a history that extends well beyond the confines of German football: the club from Baden once caused a stir on the European stage, writing a chapter that is still remembered today. But how did KSC manage to step into the international spotlight, and what made this success so special?
Fan Information for the Karlsruhe Game
The next away match is coming up: this Sunday (October 18th, 1:30pm), the Lilien will visit Karlsruher SC for the 8th matchday of the 2. Bundesliga. As always, you can find all the essential information regarding travel and your visit to the stadium in the fan guidelines.
The largest team photo in the history of the Lilien enters its second round
SV Darmstadt 98 invites all its members to come to the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor on November 1st, 2026, starting at 11:30am. Together, we aim to once again create the largest team photo in our club’s history—with the professional players in the front and the entire Lilies family behind them.
Facts & Figures: The Top Facts before the Karlsruhe Game
On Sunday (Oct 18th), SV Darmstadt 98 will visit Karlsruher SC. The side from Baden differs from the Lilies in several key respects. Furthermore, the match will see SV 98 cross paths with a former player once again. Find out here about other connections between the two clubs, as well as some particularly interesting statistics ahead of the encounter.
Stolperstein tour commemorates Jewish club members
On Tuesday evening (October 13th), the SilberLilien took part in SV Darmstadt 98’s Stolperstein tour for the first time. Along the approximately six-kilometre route, the participants made several stops to learn more about the fates of Jewish club members who were persecuted and driven out during the Holocaust.
New breadth for the future and commemorating the past
From new grassroots sports offerings and a look back at the club's history to birthdays and the latest updates from the media briefing—there is plenty to report from SV Darmstadt 98 again this week. In "Lilien Across the Board," we round up the news, insights, and stories from life at the club.
Secure your tickets now: Home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on general sale.
Tickets for the home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on November 22nd are available for purchase now.
Well-deserved victory for the Young Lilies
SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team proved their mettle at home against KSV Hessen Kassel II in the Hessenliga on Sunday (Oct. 11th). After a convincing 90-minute performance, the Young Lilies secured another three points, finishing with a decisive 4–0 victory that lifts them to sixth place in the standings.
With the right mindset and positive development
The Lilies overturned an early deficit to celebrate a 3–1 home victory against Energie Cottbus—a win that boosts confidence and confirms the progress being made. Read our analysis to find out why there is still work to be done and what positives SV 98 takes away from the match.
Krombacher Böllenfalltor-GOAL-Bonus
This season, too, Lilien fans will be doubly rewarded for every home goal scored by SV Darmstadt 98. In addition to the joy and excitement of the goals, the team's supporters will receive 98 litres of Krombacher Pils for every home goal scored by Darmstadt at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor.