24.02.2024 / English
Point Gained
The Lilies get their next away point with a 1-1 draw in Bremen. Julian Justvan equalised in the first half for the South Hesse team, which meant they scored points away from home again.
In the opening stages both sides had an effort: after a few seconds Romano Schmid missed from a good position and on the other side Matej Maglica tried twice from corners, but without much danger. Overall, Bremen set the tone at the start of the game. They then took the lead; in the eighth minute of the game, Christoph Zimmermann tried to clear a cross with Justin Njinmah lurking but could only slide the ball into his own net.
After 18 minutes, the referee awarded a penalty for the home team. VAR intervened and the penalty was overturned after images clearly showed no contact between Marvin Ducksch and Marcel Schuhen. The Bremen striker was also shown a yellow card for his dive.
The 98ers had a hard time at first and rarely found a way through. They worked their way into the game laboriously and in small steps. After a successful combination, Marvin Mehlem played it to Sebastian Polter in the penalty area, our shot first time but it was comfortable for Zetterer in the Bremen goal on 32 minutes. A minute later though, we drew level. Matthias Bader won the ball high up the pitch and switched play to Julian Justvan who arrowed a low effort into the bottom corner.
With the equaliser, the Lilies‘ share of the game increased and gradually grew further into the game but both sides went into the interval level.
Marvin Mehlem should have put us ahead in the 47th minute. A lovely through ball released him but he shot high over the bar from the edge of the area.
Werder hit back though and on the hour mark, Schuhen was called into action for the first time. Njinmah was denied with Schuhen at full stretch. The game increased in competitiveness but lacked clear chances. Tim Skarke saw a goal chalked off after 78 minutes for offside after Zetterer had pushed away an effort from Sebastian Polter.
The game was encapsulated in added time, Mehlem was unable to continue in added time and we finished with ten men. However, the endeavour of Skarke saw him chase a pass to Zetterer and the clearance was played off Skarke who chased the ball and rolled it home. However, VAR chalked the goal off for a handball against Skarke.
Pictures from the game
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Merck Autograph Session: With Pfeiffer, Klefisch and Lakenmacher
Autographs, photos, and personal encounters with the Lilies: You'll have the opportunity to do so on Thursday (May 7th) from 5pm to 6pm. As part of an autograph session presented by Merck, Patric Pfeiffer, Kai Klefisch, and Fynn Lakenmacher will be at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. You'll also receive a ten percent discount in the fan shop during this time.
Disappointment & pride
Darmstadt's 2-1 defeat at Karlsruher SC also ended any remaining theoretical hopes the South Hessian club had of finishing the season in the top three. The loss at the Wildpark stadium served somewhat as a symbol for the past few weeks, during which SV 98 had only managed one point from five matches since the international break in March. Following the game on Sunday afternoon, the Darmstadt players addressed the assembled media representatives with mixed feelings.
Merx hat trick: U21 deservedly wins at Hünfelder SV
Three points! SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team secured a victory in the Lotto Hessenliga on Saturday afternoon (May 2nd). In their match against Hünfelder SV, the young Lilies overcame an early deficit to clinch a convincing 3-1 win. This result puts the U21 team currently outside the relegation zone. "Our trend is clearly upward," said a delighted U21 coach Sebastian Schmitt.
HBRS and SV 98: Cooperation extended indefinitely
The successful collaboration between the Hessian Disabled and Rehabilitation Sports Association (HBRS) and SV Darmstadt 98 will continue long-term: Both partners have extended their existing agreement to promote inclusive sports indefinitely. This sends a clear signal for the sustainable development of inclusion and disability sports in Hesse.
„We must take the lead in the first half.“
A bitter end in Karlsruhe: After 90 entertaining minutes in which both teams sought salvation in attack, Darmstadt suffered a narrow defeat. The final score was 2-1 after a late goal from the home side, following Isac Lidberg's earlier equaliser. After the match, the players were particularly frustrated with the missed opportunities in the first half.
Lilies lose in Karlsruhe
The away form continues to be poor: SV 98 suffered a 2-1 (0-0) defeat against Karlsruher SC. Lidberg scored the equaliser for the team from southern Hesse in the 70th minute.
Team News: Five Changes in the Team
Darmstadt 98 visit Karlsruher SC on matchday 32 (May 3rd, 1:30 PM). Florian Kohfeldt has made five changes to his starting lineup. Killian Corredor replaces the injured Fraser Hornby, Aleksandar Vukotic comes in for the suspended Patric Pfeiffer, and Fabian Holland starts in place of Matej Maglica, who is sidelined with an ankle injury. Merveille Papela and Niklas Schmidt also join the team, replacing Sergio Lopez and Yosuke Furukawa. In addition to Hornby, Pfeiffer, and Maglica, Darmstadt will also be without the injured Matthias Bader, Fabian Nürnberger, and Luca Marseiler.
Matchday Guide: All Information before KSC Game
Finally, the weekend is here, finally Sunday! On Sunday afternoon (May 3rd, 1:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98 will face Karlsruher SC away. What do the two coaches have to say about the match, who will be refereeing, and where can you watch it if you're not at the stadium? All the important information about the Lilies' 32nd matchday is compiled for you here in "Matchday Guide".
Paul Fernie extends his contract long-term and moves up to a management position.
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.
„You’ve seen horses vomit before.“
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.
Opposition Check: Karlsruher SC
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.
U21: A Herculean effort whilst down to 10 men wasn’t enough
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.