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No more room for a mouse! | A jersey just for you!
The journalists asked the questions, Florian Kohfeldt provided the answers: The head coach of SV 98 was the protagonist of a media session on Tuesday (March 17). We'll report on it. Also, the most unique jersey in the club's history is now available exclusively for members in the online fan shop. In our weekly column "Lilies Across the Board," we'll bring you all the information on these and other topics.
+++ "Everyone notices that it's a special game" +++
Are there any tickets left for the Schalke game? No, the match at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor has been completely sold out for weeks. Even the head coach had to learn this when he made a last-minute inquiry at the SV 98 ticket office. „There’s not a single mouse left in our stadium on Saturday,“ Florian Kohfeldt emphasised in a media briefing on Wednesday (March 17). The anticipation for the duel with FC Schalke 04 on Saturday evening is enormous. „Everyone can tell it’s a special game,“ said Kohfeldt. But the SV 98 head coach cautioned: „The foundation of every game is performance; that’s what we should concentrate on. We shouldn’t get carried away and only talk about atmosphere and emotions, but rather focus much more on our football.“ For Kohfeldt and his team, the challenge is to find the famous „healthy balance.“
+++ Looking forward to Schalke's third game +++
SV Darmstadt 98 and FC Schalke 04 have already met twice this season. In the first half of the 2. Bundesliga season, Darmstadt suffered a 1-0 away defeat. Just a few days later, the two sides met again in the DFB Cup. Darmstadt emerged victorious in front of their home crowd, winning 4-0. But all that is now history. „Schalke is playing a different style of football now than they did in the first half of the season,“ explained Kohfeldt. He added that the Royal Blues have shifted their focus towards attacking play. Kohfeldt also expressed his healthy respect for Schalke, complimenting them, „They deserve to be where they are in the standings.“ He further emphasised: „Both teams have shown that they can be consistent. We’re looking forward to the match.“
+++ Probably the most personal special edition jersey in the club's history! +++
The new and special edition jersey of SV Darmstadt 98 features a striking striped pattern. It displays the familiar lily logo on the chest, but is unique thanks to the individual member number printed on the back. Each jersey is one of a kind. With subtle sponsor logos and a 3D-effect back number, the members‘ jersey boasts a retro look. The jersey will be worn for one exclusive match at the Bölle stadium against SV Elversberg 07. All members can pre-order it now – in the SV 98 online fan shop.
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Foto: SV 98 +++ “Second team” suffers frustrating 3-1 defeat +++
The SV Darmstadt 98 fan team suffered a 3-1 defeat against SKG Roßdorf last Sunday (March 15th). Roßdorf led 2-0 at halftime. Shortly after the start of the second half, the „second team“ showed resilience and rekindled their hopes with a goal to make it 2-1 in the 53rd minute. However, the equaliser eluded them. In the 94th minute, Roßdorf sealed the victory, scoring the final goal for a 3-1 final score. The fan team remains on 18 points after this match, but their fight to avoid relegation is still very much alive. They continue their campaign away against TG Bessungen on Sunday (March 22nd, 3pm). Good luck, lads!
+++ This is how things are going with the young lilies +++
In their match against MSV Duisburg, SV Darmstadt 98’s U19 team had to settle for a draw. Last Saturday (March 14th), the young Lilies took an early 1-0 lead at home, but unfortunately, this halftime advantage didn’t last. Duisburg equalised in the 70th minute, making it 1-1, which proved to be the final score. Looking ahead: The next league match in the DFB Youth League awaits SV 98’s U19 team this coming Saturday (March 21st), when they travel to SC Fortuna Köln for a 2pm kickoff.
One age group below, SV Darmstadt 98’s U17 team suffered a defeat against SpVgg Bayreuth. Darmstadt lost 1-0 away from home. Although they couldn’t secure a win in Bayreuth last Sunday (March 15th), the U17s bounced back with a 2-1 victory in their subsequent friendly against SKV RW Darmstadt II, boosting their confidence. Exciting matches await the young Lilies: On Sunday (March 22nd, 11:00am), the U17s host FC Memmingen, followed by a Hessian derby against Eintracht Frankfurt in the round of 16 of the Hessian Cup on Wednesday (March 25th, 7:00pm) at home.
+++ Happy Birthday, Tom! +++
We at „Lilies Across the Board“ would like to belatedly congratulate our Managing Director of Licensed Players, Tom Eilers. He celebrated his 56th birthday yesterday, Tuesday (March 17th). And once again today: Happy belated birthday, Tom!
+++ All the best, Arnd Zinnhardt! +++
Since the members‘ meeting last autumn, Arnd Zinnhardt has been a member of the Darmstadt 98 board. Tomorrow, Thursday (March 19th), the vice president of SV 98 celebrates his birthday. We are very much looking forward to congratulating you on your 64th birthday tomorrow.
Merck Autograph Session: With Pfeiffer, Klefisch and Lakenmacher
Autographs, photos, and personal encounters with the Lilies: You'll have the opportunity to do so on Thursday (May 7th) from 5pm to 6pm. As part of an autograph session presented by Merck, Patric Pfeiffer, Kai Klefisch, and Fynn Lakenmacher will be at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. You'll also receive a ten percent discount in the fan shop during this time.
Disappointment & pride
Darmstadt's 2-1 defeat at Karlsruher SC also ended any remaining theoretical hopes the South Hessian club had of finishing the season in the top three. The loss at the Wildpark stadium served somewhat as a symbol for the past few weeks, during which SV 98 had only managed one point from five matches since the international break in March. Following the game on Sunday afternoon, the Darmstadt players addressed the assembled media representatives with mixed feelings.
Merx hat trick: U21 deservedly wins at Hünfelder SV
Three points! SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team secured a victory in the Lotto Hessenliga on Saturday afternoon (May 2nd). In their match against Hünfelder SV, the young Lilies overcame an early deficit to clinch a convincing 3-1 win. This result puts the U21 team currently outside the relegation zone. "Our trend is clearly upward," said a delighted U21 coach Sebastian Schmitt.
HBRS and SV 98: Cooperation extended indefinitely
The successful collaboration between the Hessian Disabled and Rehabilitation Sports Association (HBRS) and SV Darmstadt 98 will continue long-term: Both partners have extended their existing agreement to promote inclusive sports indefinitely. This sends a clear signal for the sustainable development of inclusion and disability sports in Hesse.
„We must take the lead in the first half.“
A bitter end in Karlsruhe: After 90 entertaining minutes in which both teams sought salvation in attack, Darmstadt suffered a narrow defeat. The final score was 2-1 after a late goal from the home side, following Isac Lidberg's earlier equaliser. After the match, the players were particularly frustrated with the missed opportunities in the first half.
Lilies lose in Karlsruhe
The away form continues to be poor: SV 98 suffered a 2-1 (0-0) defeat against Karlsruher SC. Lidberg scored the equaliser for the team from southern Hesse in the 70th minute.
Team News: Five Changes in the Team
Darmstadt 98 visit Karlsruher SC on matchday 32 (May 3rd, 1:30 PM). Florian Kohfeldt has made five changes to his starting lineup. Killian Corredor replaces the injured Fraser Hornby, Aleksandar Vukotic comes in for the suspended Patric Pfeiffer, and Fabian Holland starts in place of Matej Maglica, who is sidelined with an ankle injury. Merveille Papela and Niklas Schmidt also join the team, replacing Sergio Lopez and Yosuke Furukawa. In addition to Hornby, Pfeiffer, and Maglica, Darmstadt will also be without the injured Matthias Bader, Fabian Nürnberger, and Luca Marseiler.
Matchday Guide: All Information before KSC Game
Finally, the weekend is here, finally Sunday! On Sunday afternoon (May 3rd, 1:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98 will face Karlsruher SC away. What do the two coaches have to say about the match, who will be refereeing, and where can you watch it if you're not at the stadium? All the important information about the Lilies' 32nd matchday is compiled for you here in "Matchday Guide".
Paul Fernie extends his contract long-term and moves up to a management position.
Continuity in sporting management: SV Darmstadt 98 has extended Paul Fernie's contract early and for the long term. As part of the contract extension, the current sporting director will move into the club's management board and will now serve as managing director of sport.
„You’ve seen horses vomit before.“
Our head coach spoke at the press conference before the away game against Karlsruher SC (May 3rd/1:30pm) about the mental freshness of his team, the course of action for the remaining games and his coaching colleague, whose commitment to KSC will end after six years this season.
Opposition Check: Karlsruher SC
Left hook, 'One hundred and eightyyyyyyy', and hand over the baton. Doesn't sound like football – and that's true. KSC is often associated with professional football, but with the sheer number of titles the club has won, it's worth looking beyond the pitch. Titles from Baden-Württemberg to Rome.
U21: A Herculean effort whilst down to 10 men wasn’t enough
In a rescheduled Lotto Hessenliga match, SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team hosted SV Hummetroth at their youth academy on Wednesday evening (April 29th) but unfortunately came away empty-handed. Despite a spirited performance and playing with one man less, the score after 90 minutes was 3-1 in favour of Hummetroth.