18.07.2026 / English
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.
Florian Kohfeldt: „It was a very good test against a good regional league team. I’m generally satisfied. It would be boring if we didn’t have anything left to work on. The set pieces are already working well, the intensity is generally right. You can see how we want to play. You can see how we want to defend. That’s all fine.“
Maglica with a Double
Unlike in previous friendlies, Darmstadt expected the hosts to sit a bit deeper, allowing Astoria to initially enjoy a high percentage of possession. After around 20 minutes, Darmstadt gradually took control of the game, but clear-cut chances remained scarce for both sides until the 30th minute, marking the start of the first quarter of the scheduled 120 minutes.
Even after the brief stoppage, the game remained largely confined to midfield, with Theodoros Politakis (42nd minute) and Fynn Lakenmacher (56th minute) providing the first real opportunities. Lars Kehl had the best chance shortly after, but his shot was saved by Astoria goalkeeper Mario Schragl in the 58th minute.
After 60 minutes, Florian Kohfeldt made a total of seven substitutions, and it took only a few minutes for the newly formed Darmstadt side to find the net. Ibrahim El Kadiri set up U21 player Tom Steineck, who calmly finished from 16 metres (66th minute).
Shortly after, Manolo Merx had another chance to score, but his shot was saved by a strong reaction from Michael Witte in the hosts‘ goal.
In the 76th minute, Darmstadt doubled their lead when Matej Maglica tapped in a perfect cross from El Kadiri.
In the final quarter of the match, the hosts initially had two good shots on goal, but couldn’t trouble Alexander Brunst’s goal. After 96 minutes, El Kadiri had another opportunity to extend Darmstadt’s lead, but his shot went just wide. Maglica did better in the 104th minute, converting an indirect free kick to make it 3-0.
Almost immediately, the hosts got on the scoresheet, with Samuel Wetter pulling one back for Astoria in the 106th minute, making it 3-1. Just before the final whistle, Mika Schlosser made it 4-1, finishing off a pass from Matthias Bader.
Starting XI: Schuhen – Pfeiffer, Weißhaupt, Verkooijen (Herbst, 45′), Akiyama, Lakenmacher, Vukotic, Kehl, Lannert, Furukawa, Braun (U19).
Starting XI (61st Minute onwards): Schuhen (Brunst, 76′) – Dettoni, Maglica, El Kadiri, Lakenmacher (Schlosser, 76′), Bader, Duijvestijn, Herbst, Merx, Lührs, Steineck (U21)
Goals: 1 – 0 Tom Steineck (66′), 2 – 0 Matej Maglica (76′), 3 – 0 Matej Maglica (104′), 3 – 1 Samuel Wetter (106′), 4 – 1 Mika Schlosser (120′)
„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.
„Didn’t lose our heads after falling behind early“
After the international break, Darmstadt 98 returned to the Bölle with a home win! Against Energie Cottbus, SV Darmstadt 98 put on a spirited performance in front of their home crowd and rewarded themselves with three points after an intense match. We've compiled the post-match reactions for you here: