No points for SV Darmstadt 98 at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. The Lilies appeared to be at least on par with the current 2. Bundesliga leaders for much of the match, but conceded goals far too easily. Ultimately, SV 98 suffered a decisive 4-0 defeat against Hamburger SV. We've compiled all the comments from the game for you.
„Congratulations to HSV and Merlin on their deserved away win – even if it wasn’t a typical 4-0 defeat. We came into the game very well. Until the 1-0, we were the better team with the better chances. The goal conceded from a set piece changed the dynamics of the game in everyone’s minds. Nevertheless, we continued to dominate the game after that. HSV played very cleverly, though. We, on the other hand, didn’t want to just defend, even after going 2-0 down. We tried to get back into the game until the last moment. We didn’t handle the other two goals well; HSV did very well after the break today.“
„Thank you for the congratulations. Much of what we had planned and hoped for came true today. We knew that Darmstadt’s home game is characterised by the opening phase. They often managed to take an early lead. We overcame that phase and then gradually fought our way back. Today, it was less about perfect football. We wanted to compete and win one-on-one duels. We succeeded, and it gave us confidence. I’m very pleased that we were able to score two set-piece goals. Nevertheless, it was extremely challenging overall to defend the style of football Flo is playing here. But my team threw themselves into it – with everything they had. We defied all the odds. I’m very proud of the team and the staff.“
„Losing 4-0 is never a good thing. Nevertheless, it was a match on equal terms for a long time, and the opening phase even clearly belonged to us. The 1-0 after a corner hurt. Ultimately, games are decided in the penalty area. With the exception of the opening phase, we weren’t dangerous enough. We had a certain amount of control of the game, but didn’t create that many chances. HSV played well; the squad speaks for itself. It still wasn’t a classic 4-0 defeat, because we weren’t that inferior in terms of performance. We’re disappointed with the result, of course. But I saw a team with a lot of energy that also went into every challenge. It wasn’t due to a lack of desire.“
„We didn’t capitalise on our chances in the first 20 minutes. Then HSV took the lead, but unfortunately I couldn’t defend Reis in the penalty area. The 0-2 also came from a set piece, which we defended poorly. That’s obviously very frustrating. After the break, HSV counterattacked well, and that’s how we lost 4-0. We were highly motivated, and that was evident in the first 20 minutes and the entire first half. If there had been no excitement, we would never have had such a good start. You have to admit that HSV played a good game. Unfortunately, we didn’t really get our act together after the break. The defeat is well deserved.“
Attention Lilien fans: During SV Darmstadt 98’s training camp in Bad Wörishofen (Allgäu region)—taking place from July 19th to July 26th, 2026—there will once again be an opportunity to meet the team, chat with the players, and, of course, get autographs and photos. The fan meet-up is scheduled for Saturday, July 25th, following the friendly match against SG Sonnenhof Großaspach. Kick-off for the match is at 12pm.
SV 98 remains active in the transfer market. The "Lilies" have signed Christopher Lannert from Arminia Bielefeld.
Friendly matches, fundraising campaigns, and plenty of photos—that’s what the week looked like for SV 98 and the club’s community. Between their 5–1 victory over FC Homburg and the upcoming friendly in Walldorf this Friday (July 17), the „Lilies“ showed their best side for the cameras. In addition, the SV 98 legends team will face an Odenwald select squad on Sunday (July 19th). You can also win great prizes in competitions taking place in Erbach and at the pop-up store in downtown Darmstadt. Lilies Across the Board brings you all the latest news from life at SV 98.
The Bundesliga finalised the match schedules for matchdays three through six on Wednesday (July 15th): Darmstadt's home game against Hannover 96 on matchday three will take place on Sunday. This will be followed by their away game against 1. FC Kaiserslautern on Saturday at 1pm. The home game against Arminia Bielefeld on Friday evening and the away game in Wolfsburg, also on Friday evening, have also been confirmed.
The Lilies can welcome another new arrival at the Böllenfalltor: Florian Kleinhansl will now wear the SV 98 jersey. The 25-year-old joins on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract with 1. FC Kaiserslautern on June 30th.
Third test, third clear victory. SV 98 won the match against FC 08 Homburg 5-1 (3-0).
SV Darmstadt 98 and the fusion energy company Focused Energy are entering into an official partnership. The aim of the collaboration is to more closely link top-level football and high technology from the Darmstadt region and to jointly generate momentum for innovation and future societal issues.
Killian Corredor will be playing in his home country again in the future. SV 98 has reached an agreement with FC Nantes on the transfer of the Frenchman.
On Tuesday (July 14, 6pm), SV Darmstadt 98 hosts Regionalliga side FC Homburg and asks fans to take note of the following information.
A home game against KSV! SV Darmstadt 98 hosts Holstein Kiel for the opening matchday of the 2. Bundesliga season this Saturday (August 8 at 1pm). Here’s how you can be there: the member pre-sale for the new season's first home game begins this coming Wednesday (July 15) at 12pm —available online and at the ticket shop at the Merck-Stadion, as usual. You can find all further details in this announcement.
For every home goal scored by the "Lilies," SV Darmstadt 98 fans were doubly rewarded during the recent 2025/26 second-division season. Beyond the joy and excitement, supporters received 98 litres of Krombacher Pils for every goal Darmstadt scored at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor.
In recent days, various media outlets have published reports and graphics regarding the distribution of TV revenue for the 2026/27 season. Some of these reports included not only specific figures but also a comparison to the previous season. This comparison indicates a supposed revenue increase of €1.4 million for SV 98 compared to the 2025/26 season.