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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.
„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: