The worst fears have been confirmed: Luca Marseiler suffered a torn cruciate ligament in the home match against FC Schalke 04. The 29-year-old sustained the injury in the 23rd minute without any contact from an opponent. Marseiler will be sidelined for several months. Further treatment and the timing of the surgery will be decided in the coming days.
Paul Fernie: “Unfortunately, what we suspected on Saturday evening has come true. I feel extremely sorry for Luca; the injury is a shock for everyone at the club. Luca will receive all our support, and we are certain that with hard work, determination, and his cheerful nature, he will overcome this difficult situation.”
SV 98 wishes Luca Marseiler strength and a full recovery. We’re keeping our fingers crossed for you, Luca!
What about Fabian Holland's availability? What makes number 32 a true Darmstadt legend? How does Florian Kohfeldt view Sunday afternoon's match (May 17th, 3:30pm) against SC Paderborn? And what grade would he give the 2025/26 season? Many questions, detailed answers. We've compiled the most important statements from Darmstadt's head coach at Friday's (May 15th) press conference for you.
SV 98 will bid farewell to a total of six players around the time of their final home game against SC Paderborn (May 17th/3:30pm).
The situation is almost unique: 2nd place – 59 points, 3rd place – 59 points, 4th place – 59 points. Three teams are tied on points in the fight for direct promotion, and this is on the final matchday. Elversberg, Hannover, and then Darmstadt's opponent SC Paderborn: currently, goal difference will decide promotion, relegation play-offs, and the unenviable fourth place.
The season is drawing to a close, but there's still plenty going on around the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. The ball is still rolling, and for the young Lilies, even a little longer. And with the Heinerfest in July and the club's anniversary in May, there's plenty to celebrate. You can also read Fabian Holland's words from his last media briefing and find out how you might help some of the Lilies' professionals receive an award. All this and a bit more can be found here in "Lilien Across the Board" at the usual time and place.
On Sunday afternoon (May 17th/3:30pm) SV Darmstadt 98 will host the team from SC Paderborn and asks you to take note of the following information.
A special Sunday awaits spectators at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. Not only because SC Paderborn is still fighting for promotion and SV Darmstadt 98 wants to secure their fifth place in the table, but also because Fabian Holland will be playing his last game for the Lilies. We've compiled all the facts and figures about the clash between the teams from southern Hesse and East Westphalia for you here. Here you'll find the top facts about the match on Sunday (May 17th/3:30pm).
Our premium partner ENTEGA is once again providing unique stadium experiences this season. For every home game, you can win two VIP fan seats in the main stand and also gain access to the ENTEGA VIP lounge. The application deadline for the match against Paderborn is Thursday (May 14th) at 12 noon.
Upward trend! On Saturday (May 9th/3pm), SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team hosted FSV Fernwald in the Lotto Hessenliga for the 30th matchday. Still embroiled in the fight to avoid relegation, the young Lilies secured three crucial points. They triumphed 4-1 over Fernwald – a victory that was particularly well-deserved in the final stages. This means the U21 team has won three of their last four league matches.
A draw in Münster. SV Darmstadt 98 and SC Preußen Münster played to a 1-1 draw in their final away match of the season. While Darmstadt remain in fifth place with 52 points, the draw confirms Preußen Münster's relegation to the 3. Liga. We've gathered all the post-match reactions for you.
A draw on matchday 33. Darmstadt 98 drew 1-1 with SC Preußen Münster in their final away game of the season. Isac Lidberg scored the goal.
The final away game of the season. On matchday 33, SV Darmstadt 98 will visit Preußen Münster (May 10th, 1:30pm). Florian Kohfeldt has made three changes to his starting eleven. Matej Maglica, Patric Pfeiffer, and Yosuke Furukawa replace the suspended Aleksandar Vukotic and the injured Merveille Papela and Fabian Holland. Darmstadt will also be without Luca Marseiler, Fabian Nürnberger, Fraser Hornby, Matthias Bader, and Sergio Lopez.
The second away game in a row and the last of the season. In perfect football weather, Preußen Münster and Darmstadt 98 will face each other on Sunday afternoon (May 10th, 1:30pm) on matchday 33. Find out who will referee the match at the Preußenstadion, which channel it will be broadcast on, and what the weather forecast is, all conveniently compiled in our usual "Matchday Guide" section.