On the simple parade ground on the outskirts of Münster – where the military usually holds its exercises – there are no soldiers to be seen today. Instead, a few boys in far too large trousers are chasing after a leather ball. In this place, without realising it, they are writing the first chapter in the history of SC Preußen Münster.
On April 30, 1906, students of what is now the Johann-Conrad-Schlaun-Gymnasium founded the club „FC Preußen Münster.“ Their first playing field was the parade ground at Loddenheide – sparse and bumpy, but for the students, it marked the beginning of a great adventure. Just one year later, on August 8, 1907, they were admitted to the West German Football Association. However, their hoped-for promotion to the top division was thwarted by an objection from FC Münster 04, which was only two years old at the time. Thus, Preußen Münster started in the third division – and immediately caused a sensation.
As early as the 1906/07 season, they became champions of their league, ahead of SC Preußen Hamm and SuS Hamm. Although they lost the final round match against SV Gelsenkirchen-Hessler 1-2, they still managed to gain promotion to the B-League. Their success continued there: in the B-League championship final, they achieved perfect revenge – a 6-0 victory against Gelsenkirchen-Hessler. However, disillusionment followed in the A-League. With only seven points from twelve games, the club finished last in the table. Thanks to a reorganisation of the league districts, the club nevertheless remained in the top division. A few years later, in the 1913/14 season, Preußen celebrated their first major regional triumph: Westphalian champions – ahead of an opponent that would give them a rivalry for generations to come: 1. FC Arminia Bielefeld.
In 1916, the club moved from Loddenheide to a cow pasture on Hammer Straße – an unassuming location that would later become a symbol of Münster football. After the First World War, the club experienced a significant upswing here. With its growing membership, the club adopted the name „SC Preußen Münster“ in 1920.
The following decades were marked by frequent league restructuring and the turmoil of the time. But the core of the club remained. Today, SC Preußen Münster stands for passion, consistency, and a close connection between the city and the club. The stadium on Hammer Straße, renovated and modernised several times, is still the place where generations of fans support their Eagles. Currently, the Eagles are in tenth place in the 2. Bundesliga. All the more reason to take a closer look at SC Preußen Münster in our opponent analysis.
| Top Scorers | Top Assists |
| Oliver Batista-Meier – 5 Goals | Oliver Batista-Meier – 3 Assists |
| Etienne Amenyido – 3 Goals | Marvin Scholz – 3 Assists |
| Joshua Mees – 2 Goals | Luca Bolay – 3 Assists |
| Oscar Vilhelmsson – 2 Goals | Lars Lokotsch – 2 Assists |
| Yassine Bouchama – 1 Goal | Rico Preißinger – 2 Assists |
Alexander Ende
Head coach of SC Preußen MünsterThe Eagles refuse to shy away from even a single challenge. The Münster players throw themselves into every duel with full intensity – and with success. They have won 1,793 challenges – more than any other team. Nürnberg follows with 1,666 and Holstein Kiel with 1,657.
When Paul Jaeckel takes off his football boots after an intense training session on the pitch, he often reaches for his camera – photography is his quiet passion alongside sports.
Paul Jaeckel was born on July 22, 1998, in Eisenhüttenstadt. He started playing football there as a child with Eisenhüttenstädter FC Stahl. He joined the club at around the age of five, laying the foundation for his football career. In 2011, he moved to the youth academy of Energie Cottbus to further his development. Three years later, in 2014, he took the next step: Jaeckel transferred to VfL Wolfsburg, where he played for the U17 and U19 teams. This allowed him to establish a solid foundation at a young age – gaining initial experience in organised youth football and receiving training with a clear future.
From August 2017, Jaeckel moved up to VfL Wolfsburg’s reserve team and played in the Regionalliga (fourth tier). In 2018, he made the step into professional football, transferring to then-second-division side SpVgg Greuther Fürth. This marked the beginning of an important chapter in his career. He established himself in Fürth and played regularly – over several seasons, he made numerous appearances and developed steadily as a centre-back.
His talent did not go unnoticed: in 2021, he transferred to Bundesliga club 1. FC Union Berlin on a free transfer. This move marked a significant milestone. At Union, Jaeckel gained valuable experience: he not only played in the Bundesliga but also internationally – in the UEFA Conference League, the UEFA Europa League, and even the UEFA Champions League. This international experience not only fostered his athletic development but also proved that Jaeckel could compete at the highest level. In 2024, he was loaned to second-division side Eintracht Braunschweig until the summer of 2025.
In the summer of 2025, Paul Jaeckel began a new chapter: He transferred from 1. FC Union Berlin to second-division side Preußen Münster. The club sees him as an important addition to their central defence. With his experience, playing style, and mentality, he is expected to help bring stability and quality to the team.
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: