Darmstadt 98 are unbeaten in exactly twelve matches and aim to extend this run in their home game against Fortuna Düsseldorf on Saturday (February 21st). Kick-off is at 1pm. All the important information about the 23rd matchday of the second division is clearly summarised for you in our 'Matchday Guide'.
As in every second division match, we're facing a tough opponent. For us, it's crucial to create fast-paced attacking moves. That's not so easy against Düsseldorf. Defensively, we need to protect our wings well to prevent crosses. At the same time, we need to have good man-marking in the box.
Markus Anfang, head coach of Fortuna Düsseldorf, at the pre-match press conference: „Darmstadt is a team that can score from open play and set pieces. They have top quality, are difficult to defend against, and have fast players, but also good target men. Because they have players who make runs in behind, they play a lot of long balls. We don’t want to give them those opportunities. We have to defend their runs in behind and the space behind their back line well. We also have to defend set pieces with high concentration. They have four or five good headers of the ball with excellent timing.“
During Saturday’s home game against Fortuna Düsseldorf, temperatures of around 11 degrees Celsius are expected under heavily overcast skies. There is a 90 percent chance of precipitation.
The home match between SV Darmstadt 98 and Fortuna Düsseldorf will be broadcast on the pay-TV channel Sky. Sky’s pre-match coverage starts at 12:30pm. The match will be commentated by Markus Götz.
Matchday! And with that, back into matchday mode. You can, of course, follow the game between SV Darmstadt 98 and Fortuna Düsseldorf on Saturday in the Software AG Matchcentre on our website. Just click on the orange button! There, we’ll provide you with plenty of live data about the match.
All followers of the Lilies can tune into our Fanradio and listen to the game in full length. Actual photos and highlights from the game will be available on Facebook and Bluesky as well as our WhatsApp Channel. Even more pictures are available on Instagram.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tickets for the home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on November 22nd are available for purchase now.
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.
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.
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.
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:
