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Matchday Compat: All Information for the Lautern Game
SV Darmstadt 98 travels to Kaiserslautern on Sunday afternoon (August 31st at 1:30pm) at the venerable Fritz-Walter-Stadion. Before the away game, we've summarised everything you need to know about Matchday 4 in our "Matchday Compact."
The Stadium
The Fritz Walter Stadium, formerly known as the Betzenberg Stadium or simply „Betze,“ was built in 1919 and hosted five matches of the 2006 FIFA World Cup, held in Germany. The stadium is named after Fritz Walter, a Lautern legend and the first honorary captain of the German Football Association (DFB).
Foto: Alexander Scheuber/Getty Images 
Foto: Alexander Scheuber/Getty Images 
Foto: Alexander Scheuber/Getty Images 
Foto: Alexander Scheuber/Getty Images 
Foto: Alexander Scheuber/Getty Images 
Foto: Alexander Scheuber/Getty Images Game day quote
I don't think the last few games mean anything for Sunday's game, because an away game at the Betze is always something special. Kaiserslautern plays differently at home than away. This is also evident from the fact that they have picked up 17 of their last 18 points at home this season.
Opposition View
Torsten Lieberknecht, head coach of 1. FC Kaiserslautern, at the press conference before the match. He said: „I’m really looking forward to the match. We’re facing an opponent who is still unbeaten and has started the league well in terms of points. Darmstadt has its strengths and weaknesses. But we’re sticking with ourselves. We must and will improve little by little, given that we continually want to integrate new players.“
The Officials
- Referee: Benjamin Brand
- Assistants: Thomas Stein & Christian Dietz
- Fourth Official: Justin Hasmann
- VAR: Benjamin Cortus & Arno Blos
Weather Forecast
During the away game against 1. FC Kaiserslautern on Sunday afternoon, temperatures of around 18 degrees Celsius are expected with light rain. The probability of precipitation is therefore at 90 percent.
Who is showing Darmstadt 98 vs. 1. FC Kaiserslautern live on TV?
The match between SV Darmstadt 98 and 1. FC Kaiserslautern will be broadcast by the pay-TV channel Sky. Preliminary coverage begins at 1pm. Hannes Herrmann will provide commentary.
Software AG Matchcenter
Matchday! And with that, it’s back to matchday mode. You can, of course, follow the match between SV Darmstadt 98 and 1. FC Kaiserslautern on Sunday afternoon in the Software AG Match Center on our website. Just click the orange button! There we’ll provide you with plenty of live information about the match.
All followers of the Lilien can follow the game on our Fanradio in full length. Pictures and highlights from the game will be on Facebook and Bluesky as well our WhatsApp-Channel. Even more pictures can be found on Instagram.
„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.
„Wollen diesen Weg in Karlsruhe fortsetzen“
Am Sonntag sind die Lilien in Baden gefordert: Am 8. Spieltag gastiert der SV Darmstadt 98 beim Karlsruher SC. Auf der Pressekonferenz vor der Partie sprach unser Cheftrainer über die personelle Situation, die Qualitäten des Gegners und den Antrieb der Mannschaft, auch auswärts wieder in die Erfolgsspur zu finden.
Der Karlsruher SC im Gegnercheck
Am Sonntag (18.10.) ist der SV Darmstadt 98 beim Karlsruher SC zu Gast. Der KSC blickt auf eine Vergangenheit zurück, die weit über den deutschen Fußball hinausreicht: Einst sorgten die Badener auch auf europäischer Bühne für Furore und schrieben ein Kapitel, das bis heute in Erinnerung geblieben ist. Doch wie gelang dem KSC der Sprung ins internationale Rampenlicht und was machte diesen Erfolg so besonders?
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.
Fan-Hinweise zum Karlsruhe-Spiel
Das nächste Auswärtsspiel steht an: Am Sonntagmittag gastieren die Lilien beim Karlsruher SC (18.10., 13.30 Uhr) anlässlich des 8. Spieltags der 2. Bundesliga. Alles Wichtige rund um die Anreise und den Stadionbesuch findet ihr wie gewohnt in den Fanhinweisen.
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.
Das größte Mannschaftsfoto der Lilien-Geschichte geht in die zweite Runde
Der SV Darmstadt 98 lädt all seine Mitglieder dazu ein, am 1. November 2026 ab 11:30 Uhr ins Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor zu kommen. Gemeinsam wollen wir erneut für das größte Mannschaftsfoto unserer Vereinsgeschichte sorgen: die Profis vorne, die gesamte Lilien-Familie dahinter.
Zahlen & Fakten: Die Top Facts zum Karlsruhe-Spiel
Am Sonntag (18.10.) ist der SV Darmstadt 98 beim Karlsruher SC zu Gast. Die Badener unterscheiden sich in einigen Punkten deutlich von den Lilien. Zudem kommt es für den SV 98 zu einem Wiedersehen mit einem ehemaligen Spieler. Welche weiteren Verbindungen es zwischen beiden Vereinen gibt und welche Zahlen vor dem Duell besonders interessant sind, erfahrt Ihr hier.
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.
„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: