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Matchday compact: All information about the Bayern game
Why did a game between Darmstadt and Bayern end 5:11? What do both coaches say about the task at hand? And what will the weather be like on match day? In the final preparation for the home game against Bayern (March 16th/3:30pm), you can get an overview of all the important information about the game here.
The game day quote
It makes no sense to make big declarations of war. My boys are well prepared and know that they have to surpass themselves. We're hoping for the moments against Bayern where we want to have our chance. It is precisely in these moments that we have to show efficiency.
A guest performance as a lifesaver
The final score between the Lilies and FC Bayern Munich was 5:11. Looking back on games against the record champions, this one game remains a very special memory. It’s almost 16 years ago now. But one at a time. On March 12, 2008, SV Darmstadt 98 had to officially apply for the opening of insolvency proceedings. The club was insolvent. But with cohesion and unity, the then Hessian league champions resisted the threat of insolvency.
The income from a charity game against Bayern Munich also contributed to the rescue. In front of a completely sold-out house on Bölle, 19,800 spectators watched a football party with 16 goals in bright sunshine on May 13, 2008. The cheeky Lilies ultimately lost to Ottmar Hitzfeld’s team 5:11. But the game looked completely different at times. The Lilies led 4-2 after just over half an hour. But then Bayern lived up to their reputation as heavy favorites and turned the game around, led by Jan Schlaudraff with seven goals. Lukas Podolski (38th), Breno (45th), Daniel van Buyten (60th) and Bastian Schweinsteiger (77th) were also successful. For Gerhard Kleppinger’s team, Rudi Hübner (22nd), Sebastian Glasner (27th), Alvano Kröh (30th), Michael Anicic (36th) and Ahmet Sahinler entered the scoresheet as goal scorers in the last minute of the game.
A lavish football festival at the Bölle came to an end, which offered the fans a great experience and the club important income. “We are on the right track,” said Darmstadt President Hans Kessler at the time, summing up the situation. On the other hand, Bastian Schweinsteiger, midfielder in Munich’s service, praised the opposition’s performance: „The people here were very good today“ and gave the SVD the rating „ready for the second division“. Now both meet in the Bundesliga.
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Photo: Alfred Harder The opponent's opinion
Thomas Tuchel, the head coach of Bayern Munich, at the press conference before the game: „The starting position is clear, but we won’t stumble. We have everything to lose, Darmstadt everything to gain. That’s the task. We have to deliver on Saturday in order to keep going and meet our own standards.“
The officials
- Referee: Tobias Reichel
- Assistants: Lasse Koslowski and Christian Bandurski
- Fourth official: Dr. Robert Kampka
- VAR: Robert Schröder and Stefan Lupp
Weather
In cloudy conditions at Bölle, the temperature climbs to a maximum of 12 degrees Celsius in the afternoon. With a 40 percent chance of precipitation, light rain showers cannot be ruled out.
Who is showing the Darmstadt vs. Bayern game live on TV?
You can watch the Lilies‘ game against FC Bayern Munich live on Sky. Martin Groß comments on the individual game. Britta Hofmann moderates the conference with all games on Saturday afternoon. The expert is Dietmar Hamann.
Software AG Matchcenter
Match day! And so back into matchday mode. You can of course follow the duel between the Lilies and Bayern again on Saturday afternoon in the Software AG Matchcenter on our homepage. Just click on the orange button! There we provide you with lots of live data about the game. You can also be there live with our live ticker.
All fans of the Lilies can follow the duel in full length via our live ticker as well as on the fan radio. Current pictures and highlights from the game are also available on Facebook and Twitter. You can get even more live photos on Instagram.
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.
“Now I’m happy in Darmstadt!” | Lilies launch their 5th tree planting campaign
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.
Analysis of the home victory: The resistance fighters from Bölle
A fast-paced, thrilling exchange between SV Darmstadt 98 and Fortuna Düsseldorf reached its ecstatic climax in the 88th minute. Thanks to Matej Maglica's header, Darmstadt secured a 2-1 victory in a wild battle that resembled a 12-round boxing match, with both sides neglecting their defences and constantly searching for the next hook or punch. A day later, sv98.de looks back on what was probably the most exciting home game of the season so far for the South Hessian side.
Krombacher Böllenfalltor GOAL bonus
For every home goal scored by the Lilies, SV Darmstadt 98 fans will be doubly rewarded in the 2025/26 season. In addition to the joy and excitement, the Lilies' supporters will also receive 98 litres of Krombacher Pils for every home goal scored by Darmstadt at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor.
„We held onto the belief in victory until the very end.“
In an intense 90 minutes between SV Darmstadt 98 and Fortuna Düsseldorf, the Lilies fought back to secure three points shortly before the final whistle. The early lead taken by the team from southern Hesse was quickly erased by the Rhinelanders. The match became increasingly wild and physical. The second half remained evenly contested, but in the end, SV 98 once again demonstrated their fighting spirit: Matej Maglica's late header sealed the three points. What do the players and the two head coaches have to say about this thrilling encounter? We've compiled all the post-match reactions.
Home win! Impressive winning streak continues at Bölle
SV Darmstadt 98 remain a force to be reckoned with at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor! The Lilies defeated Fortuna Düsseldorf 2-1 (1-1) on matchday 23. It's their sixth consecutive home win, bringing their total to 45 points. Hornby opened the scoring for the home side after just seven minutes, before Maglica (88th minute) netted the decisive goal in the second half.
Team News: Hornby and Lidberg Start
Darmstadt host Fortuna Düsseldorf! Florian Kohfeldt has made four changes to his starting lineup. Fraser Hornby (returning from illness) and Isac Lidberg (recovering from a thigh injury) return to the starting eleven, replacing Luca Marseiler and Merveille Papela. Niklas Schmidt starts in place of Hiroki Akiyama, and Fabian Holland replaces Fabian Nürnberger, who is unavailable due to a minor thigh injury.