Suzuki Deutschland GmbH is extending its commitment to SV Darmstadt 98. The Japanese brand's German sales subsidiary will continue to serve as the Lilies' official premium and mobility partner. Starting with the 2025/2026 season, the comprehensive sponsorship will extend to the jersey sleeve, which will feature the Suzuki logo.
The importer, based in Bensheim, southern Hesse, whose product portfolio includes cars, motorcycles, and outboard motors, will support SV 98 for at least two more years. The extension of the partnership underscores the local commitment of Suzuki Deutschland GmbH, located near its headquarters.
As a premium partner, Suzuki will be present for the first time with its company logo on the left sleeve of the Lilien jerseys starting with the 2025/2026 season. The Japanese brand’s logo also adorns the cam carpets next to the two goals in the stadium, the team bus, the tickets, and the video and press walls in front of which interviews are conducted. The emblem can also be found on official publications such as the members‘ newspaper „der 98er“ and the stadium newspaper „Lilienkurier,“ the team posters, and match announcement posters.
As the official mobility partner, Suzuki will also continue to provide cars for SV 98. Football fans can experience various Suzuki mobility solutions in front of the VIP lounge entrance at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor on home match days. The package is rounded off with an exclusive hospitality arrangement.
In addition, the storied club and Suzuki Germany will continue to offer various content formats on their own digital and social channels and launch new formats that deliver real added value and offer fans exclusive insights.
„You can rely on Suzuki. This applies not only to our reliable products, but also to our partnerships. In addition to our triathlon commitment, the cooperation with Darmstadt 98 will continue to be the second pillar of our sports sponsorship strategy. Starting with the new season, our brand and products from the three areas of automobiles, motorcycles, and marine will be even more visible, helping us reach new target groups,“ says Daniel Schnell, Deputy Managing Director of Suzuki Deutschland GmbH: „In SV Darmstadt 1898 e.V., we have found the ideal partner for this. Team spirit and athleticism, down-to-earthness and local ties – the Lilies, with their values and club culture, are an excellent fit for Suzuki. We are proud to continue supporting them as a premium and mobility partner.“
Kazuyuki Yamashita, Managing Director of Suzuki Germany, adds: „For 20 years now, we have felt extremely comfortable at our company headquarters in Bensheim, in the Darmstadt administrative district. Therefore, continuing our premium partnership with SV Darmstadt 98 is a matter close to our hearts. With this regional commitment, which will have even greater appeal nationwide thanks to its first-time presence on the jersey, we want to further increase our awareness in the region and expand our network.“ He adds: „At the same time, this underscores our self-image as a down-to-earth company, which we consider to be the ‚Suzuki family.'“
Martin Kowalewski, Managing Director of Marketing & Sales at SV 98, explains: „We are very proud to have Suzuki Germany by our side, literally, at all our home and away games. It speaks volumes about the trusting relationship that we have built up over the years that the existing premium partnership has now been expanded with a presence on the jersey sleeve. The collaboration with Suzuki Germany is an excellent example of regional solidarity yet nationwide visibility.“
After 13 unbeaten second-division matches, SV Darmstadt 98 suffered their first defeat this Friday evening. Three unfortunate minutes just before halftime, during which Patric Pfeiffer was sent off and Vincent Vermeij scored twice, paved the way for Dresden's victory. After the match, the focus was primarily on the differing assessments of two very similar incidents by the refereeing team – incidents which both coaches subsequently evaluated identically.
For the first time since October, Darmstadt 98 finished a league match without any points: SV 98 lost 3-1 (2-0) to SG Dynamo Dresden. After a controversial red card against Patric Pfeiffer (42nd minute), the home side scored two goals in first-half stoppage time to secure the victory.
Under the floodlights at the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadium. On Friday evening (February 27th/6:30pm), Darmstadt 98 will play away against Dynamo Dresden. Florian Kohfeldt has made three changes to his starting eleven. Raoul Petretta makes his first start, replacing Fabian Holland. Luca Marseiler starts in place of the suspended Marco Richter, and Hiroki Akiyama replaces Fraser Hornby, who is sidelined with a thigh injury. Fabian Nürnberger, Matthias Bader, and Bartosz Bialek remain unavailable due to injury.
A floodlit match at the Rudolf-Haribig-Stadion is always something special. Darmstadt 98 are aiming to take three points back to southern Hesse this Friday evening (February 27th). Kick-off is at 6:30pm. All the important information about the 24th matchday of the 2. Bundesliga is clearly summarised for you in our "Matchday Guide".
Darmstadt 98 aim to extend their unbeaten run to 14 games in Friday evening's match against Dynamo Dresden. While Darmstadt's potent attack has resulted in a respectable goal tally, they are wary at the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion. The Saxons have been on an upward trend since the winter break and will have a vociferous home crowd behind them. We've compiled all the facts and figures surrounding this clash in this report. Here you'll find the key facts for tomorrow's match.
Darmstadt and Dresden are 598 kilometres apart. On Friday evening (February 27th, 6:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98 will travel to the Saxon capital for the 24th matchday of the 2nd Bundesliga. The next away game will take place under the floodlights at the historic Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion. You can find all relevant fan information here.
Before SV Darmstadt 98 plays under floodlights in Dresden on Friday evening (27.02/18.30), Florian Kohfeldt spoke at the press conference about the strengths of Dynamo Dresden and the special atmosphere in the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion.
Raoul Petretta joined SV Darmstadt 98 in the winter and already feels very much at home. He talks about his arrival and his goals. Besides their sporting focus, the Lilies are also committed to sustainability: On March 15, 2026, over 3,500 trees will be planted as part of the fifth "In the Sign of the Lily" tree-planting campaign. In our "Lilies Across the Board" section, we provide you with the most important news from SV Darmstadt 98 every week.
Numerous Dynamo Dresden fans flock to the stadium on home match days. But one day, they came for a single reason: What should their stadium be called in the future? Tens of thousands of supporters gathered in front of the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion, ready to cast their votes. In cooperation with regional partners, Dynamo Dresden's management took the unusual step of letting the club's supporters decide for themselves.
WirLilien – Together for nature conservation! Together with our partner Krombacher, we will once again plant more than 3,500 trees on Sunday (March 15th) – under the banner of the Lily. You can still register for the event at short notice.
On Friday (February 27th, 7:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team begins the second phase of their Hessenliga season. With 23 points after 20 matchdays, the Lilies are currently in 14th place. Following intensive weeks of winter training, the team aims to start the upcoming challenges with renewed energy and secure crucial points.
A fast-paced, thrilling exchange between SV Darmstadt 98 and Fortuna Düsseldorf reached its ecstatic climax in the 88th minute. Thanks to Matej Maglica's header, Darmstadt secured a 2-1 victory in a wild battle that resembled a 12-round boxing match, with both sides neglecting their defences and constantly searching for the next hook or punch. A day later, sv98.de looks back on what was probably the most exciting home game of the season so far for the South Hessian side.