The Lilies came back from a 0-1 deficit against Eintracht Braunschweig and turned it into a 2-1 victory. How would you sum up the 90 minutes at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor? Probably something like this: a tricky first half and a powerful, dominant second. The protagonists saw it similarly—albeit in more detail—afterward. We've compiled all the comments on the game for you.
„We definitely didn’t play our best, but that was also due to a very unpleasant opponent. We controlled the game in the first 20 minutes. The goal came out of nowhere, and we let it unsettle us a bit. We changed things up at halftime, which gave us more control. Overall, I’d say the win wasn’t undeserved, but we also had the necessary luck in one or two situations today. Congratulations to Braunschweig for their performance. We know we have to continue improving our football, but that’s always easier when you’ve found a way to get the three points. And we did that today.“
„Considering that we were playing in that configuration and formation for the first time, we played a good game. We didn’t undeservedly score the opening goal, but we failed to push harder for the second goal. In the second half, we knew Darmstadt would come out of the locker room differently. But we still conceded almost nothing. Then they got the equaliser through a great move from the striker, who reacted quicker. We had another chance after that, but ultimately conceded another goal in a move that we simply should have been cleared. However, based on their performance, I can’t blame my team.“
„We wanted to go in with a lot of energy today, as we knew Braunschweig was a very physical team. We weren’t able to capitalise on that in the first half. We could have played more courageously. Overall, the first half was rather lacking in chances, but we still fell behind badly. Towards the end of the first half, we played more courageously and let them run more. We were able to continue that in the second half and created some good chances. We also played purposefully going forward. Overall, it was a nasty game, but still a deserved win.“
„The first half was unnecessarily hectic and unsettled. But in the second half, we played well and deserved to win. You have to work hard to come back, especially in football. Two weeks ago in Kaiserslautern, we didn’t have that momentum, and today it was. I also know what we can achieve in a week, and that’s why we deserve this win as a team and a club.“
… about his goal:
„I’m known for having a powerful shot. I hoped I’d be allowed to take the free kick. At first, I wasn’t sure whether Rafa or Killian would want to shoot. But then Vuko came from the bench with instructions that I should take it. I took the ball, and my goal was to score. And that worked out.“
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: