Transfer News: Stark Strengthens U21’s
The U21 team of SV Darmstadt 98 can welcome a familiar face to their ranks for the upcoming season: Yannick Stark will play for the Lilies in the Hessenliga in the future.
12.12.2024 / English
“Looking forward to an exciting fifty-fifty game”
The last home game of the year is coming up. Before the game against 1. FC Kaiserslautern (December 14th/8.30pm) the press conference took place on Thursday (December 12th). In this, head coach Florian Kohfeldt answered questions about the upcoming opponent, the form of both teams and also discussed the central defender position for the Lilies. We have summarised the most important statements for you.
Personnel update: Fabian Holland, Christoph Zimmermann, Paul Will and Matthias Bader are still missing. There is still a small question mark behind Matej Maglica, who is due to train with the team again for the first time after his illness on Friday.
…about the upcoming duel:
They are two teams that are currently in very good form. In terms of results over the last five games, the Lauterers are even a bit better than us. Both teams are in a good phase. Saturday evening, 8:30pm, is a worthy setting. We are looking forward to an exciting fifty-fifty game.
…about the upcoming opponent:
Münster adapted a lot to us two weeks ago, they defended very deeply. Of course I don’t expect that against Kaiserslautern. They play aggressively against the ball and are very man-oriented, especially in midfield. With Elvedi, someone in the back three is missing, so we’ll have to see whether they stick with this formation. They score a lot of goals from transitions after winning the ball. We have to take into account many variables. We approach the game with great respect.
…about the mood in the team:
After the day off on Tuesday, yesterday I found a team that was very fresh and focused. And they say they absolutely want to make the two remaining games this year successful. We’ve had a good phase now, but we want to keep going. The team is very hungry and focused and was a little angry that “only” two points came from the good performances of the English week. We have to channel this mood. Because we need a cool head against Kaiserslautern and have to be very confident. Against Münster we were even a bit lacking in motivation at times, so I hope we can settle in well.
…about the central defence:
I’ll be honest: I didn’t expect this development ofVuko. He deserves a lot of praise for still having such a learning curve at this age. It’s the first time in his life that he’s played this kind of opening game and also defending, but he’s fully committed to it and it’s working. That commands respect from me. For Clemens and Vuko, consistency in their interaction is important, even with the outside defenders. Clemens has managed to focus on his own performance and at the same time takes on responsibility within the team. His development may not be as spectacular as Vuko’s, but I still see it.
But I would also like to mention Matej Maglica, who played outstandingly in Fürth and very well in Bremen. I wouldn’t have any concerns about letting him play for one of the other two or in a back three. That speaks for the ambition of all three players. They defend in training like it’s a cup final. That’s exactly the right attitude.
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.
After the friendly match: Meet & Greet at the training camp
Attention Lilien fans: During SV Darmstadt 98’s training camp in Bad Wörishofen (Allgäu region)—taking place from July 19th to July 26th, 2026—there will once again be an opportunity to meet the team, chat with the players, and, of course, get autographs and photos. The fan meet-up is scheduled for Saturday, July 25th, following the friendly match against SG Sonnenhof Großaspach. Kick-off for the match is at 12pm.
Transfer News: Lannert Becomes Part of the Lilies
SV 98 remains active in the transfer market. The "Lilies" have signed Christopher Lannert from Arminia Bielefeld.
Intensive Week of Friendlies | Media Day at the Bölle
Friendly matches, fundraising campaigns, and plenty of photos—that’s what the week looked like for SV 98 and the club’s community. Between their 5–1 victory over FC Homburg and the upcoming friendly in Walldorf this Friday (July 17), the „Lilies“ showed their best side for the cameras. In addition, the SV 98 legends team will face an Odenwald select squad on Sunday (July 19th). You can also win great prizes in competitions taking place in Erbach and at the pop-up store in downtown Darmstadt. Lilies Across the Board brings you all the latest news from life at SV 98.
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.