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.
Continuity in sporting management: SV Darmstadt 98 has extended Paul Fernie's contract early and for the long term. As part of the contract extension, the current sporting director will move into the club's management board and will now serve as managing director of sport.
Our head coach spoke at the press conference before the away game against Karlsruher SC (May 3rd/1:30pm) about the mental freshness of his team, the course of action for the remaining games and his coaching colleague, whose commitment to KSC will end after six years this season.
Left hook, 'One hundred and eightyyyyyyy', and hand over the baton. Doesn't sound like football – and that's true. KSC is often associated with professional football, but with the sheer number of titles the club has won, it's worth looking beyond the pitch. Titles from Baden-Württemberg to Rome.
In a rescheduled Lotto Hessenliga match, SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team hosted SV Hummetroth at their youth academy on Wednesday evening (April 29th) but unfortunately came away empty-handed. Despite a spirited performance and playing with one man less, the score after 90 minutes was 3-1 in favour of Hummetroth.
Lilies at the Wildpark! SV Darmstadt 98 will be playing away against Karlsruher SC this coming Sunday (May 3rd/1:30pm) for the 32nd matchday of the 2. Bundesliga. Will Darmstadt's positive record from recent encounters continue? Will Florian Kohfeldt and Isac Lidberg extend their scoring streak against KSC? And will Fabian Schleusener finally stop scoring against SV 98? We've compiled all the facts and figures for you.
SV Darmstadt 98 will be playing away against Karlsruher SC on Sunday (May 3rd/1:30pm) at the Wildpark Stadium for the 32nd matchday. To ensure you are well prepared for your trip to KSC, here is a summary of all the important information for your visit to the stadium.
To ensure a smooth and convenient journey to Karlsruhe this weekend, SV 98 is offering a special train service that will transport Lilies fans directly from Darmstadt to Karlsruhe and back. Additionally, SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team will host SV Hummetroth at their home academy this Wednesday evening (April 29th). For more news and updates, check out our usual "Lilien Across the Board" – all the latest news about the club, gathered here for you.
At the end of the current season, the partnership between SV Darmstadt 98 and Software AG, which has grown over many years, will end due to a strategic realignment of the software company.
The DFB sports court has suspended Patric Pfeiffer for one match following his sending-off against SV Elversberg.
Four goals, three points, and a well-deserved victory in the Hessenliga! At home against VfB 1905 Marburg last Saturday (April 25th), SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team finally celebrated a win after a long wait. Thanks to their confidence, assertiveness in one-on-one situations, and numerous scoring opportunities, the U21s convincingly beat the Marburg team 4-0.
As Florian Kohfeldt approached the team's dressing room at halftime, the Darmstadt head coach heard exactly one sentence: "It's not finished." Fraser Hornby had uttered it, setting the tone for his teammates and himself. What followed was a remarkable second half from Darmstadt 98 and a point against SV Elversberg, a point that, while likely insufficient for their promotion hopes in southern Hesse, nonetheless filled the Darmstadt fans with pride.
For every home goal scored by the Lilies, SV Darmstadt 98 fans will be doubly rewarded in the 2025/26 season. In addition to the joy and excitement, the Lilies' supporters will also receive 98 litres of Krombacher Pils for every home goal scored by Darmstadt at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor.