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Perfect start to the season!
The start to the second division season couldn't have gone better for the Lilies! SV 98 beat Bundesliga relegated VfL Bochum 4-1 (2-1). Lidberg scored three times, and Vukotic added another with a header. The Lilies' home strength in the once again sold-out Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor looks set to continue into the new season.
The Lilies got off to a perfect start to the new season and deservedly took the lead after just five minutes. Clemens Riedel played a clever pass to Fraser Hornby, who played the ball straight into the path of Isaac Lidberg. The Swedish attacker didn’t miss the chance and fired an unstoppable shot into the net from a tight angle – an early exclamation mark for Darmstadt’s attack!
VfL Bochum subsequently came into the game a bit better and enjoyed more possession. However, Marcel Schuhen was able to thwart two good opportunities from the visitors with strong saves – he was the winner against both Broschinski in the 14th minute and Pannewig 8 minutes later.
After 27 minutes, the Lilies had a huge chance to add a second goal: Following a corner, new signing Hiroki Akiyama took the shot. His effort was deflected onto the post by Bochum keeper Horn with a sensational reflex save. Shortly thereafter, however, the 98ers were forced to accept the equaliser: Broschinski broke through after a long ball and left Schuhen no chance with 34 minutes played.
Shortly before halftime, Darmstadt regained the lead: Marco Richter crossed for Hornby, whose header bounced off the post, but Lidberg followed up and scored in added time. The home side went into the break with the lead shortly after.
The 98ers also began the second period with a goal: Following a corner, Horn parried Klefisch’s shot, and Lidberg was in the right place again to make it 3-1 just a minute into the half – completing a hat trick for the Swede!
The home side were now absolutely in control, and just ten minutes later, they scored again: Aleksandar Vukotic won a corner after a one-two with Lidberg. The resulting corner from Fabian Nürnberger into the middle, found Vukotic who headed the ball into the net, completing his previous move.
The visitors then got back into the game a bit better and had a chance to make it 2-4 in the 66th minute, but Sissoko fired the ball wide from close range. For much of the remaining time, the Lilies controlled the game, conceding little and repeatedly creating threats themselves, but they were unable to score again.
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Fan Information for the Karlsruhe Game
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.
The largest team photo in the history of the Lilien enters its second round
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.
Facts & Figures: The Top Facts before the Karlsruhe Game
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.
Stolperstein tour commemorates Jewish club members
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.
New breadth for the future and commemorating the past
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.
Secure your tickets now: Home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on general sale.
Tickets for the home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on November 22nd are available for purchase now.
Well-deserved victory for the Young Lilies
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.
With the right mindset and positive development
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.
Krombacher Böllenfalltor-GOAL-Bonus
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.
„Didn’t lose our heads after falling behind early“
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:
Game turned around! A spirited home win!
Despite falling behind, Darmstadt secured their second consecutive home win! Darmstadt defeated Energie Cottbus 3-1 (1-1). The home side equalised after conceding an early goal in the four-minute period through Weißhaupt before halftime. Vukotic headed his team into the lead in the second half, before Lührs sealed the victory with the third goal. This home win brings Darmstadt's season total to seven points.
