Foto: SV 98 31.01.2025 / English
Pointless evening in Franconia
It remains at 25 points for the season: the Lilies' away game at 1. FC Nürnberg ends 1-0 (0-0). A late goal ensures the home win.
With over 80 percent possession of the ball, the early stages of the game at 1.FC Nürnberg clearly went to the Lilies. After just nine minutes, the Darmstadt team used a nice combination and Fraser Hornby scored from close to the penalty spot to take the lead, but the goal did not count due to Philipp Förster being in a very slight offside position in advance. After around 20 minutes, the hosts got into the game a little better and managed to keep the ball in their own ranks for a longer period of time for the first time.
From this point on, the game became much more balanced and the hosts also got their first goal, but Lubach headed the ball into the side netting on the 19th minute. Eight minutes later, Lubach tried again, this time his shot flew past the goal on the right. Just a minute later, Oscar Vilhelmsson appeared in the penalty area, but hesitated for a moment too long and was prevented from finishing.
In the final phase the game turned in the hosts‘ favour, but the resulting shots did not initially pose any real threat. In stoppage time, the SVD almost took the lead: Knoche cleared the ball at Hornby and the ball bounced just past the post and so we went into the break without any goals.
After the break, Marcel Schuhen had his first opportunity to excel: After a long ball, Emreli moved into the middle, but was then denied by a strong reflex from the Lilien keeper. Afterwards, the South Hesse team got more control of the game again and repeatedly played their way into the home team’s penalty area. However, it was rarely really dangerous.
Just under a quarter of an hour before the end of the game, substitute Merveille Papela had an opportunity with his head: after a corner from Sergio López, his attempt flew just past the far post. Ten minutes later there was a chance at the other end, but Schuhen was there again and parried Tzimas‘ shot from close range. A minute later, Schuhen had no chance and Drexler scored to make it 1-0 for the home team. Fynn Lakenmacher almost found the perfect answer, but his overhead kick flew just wide of the post with 3 minutes remaining. Even after that, the Lilies continued to try to force a goal, but in the end they had to accept the narrow defeat.
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Lack of context
More than 30,000 fans packed the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion, creating an impressive atmosphere under the floodlights – pure football romance. The setting for Darmstadt's away match against Dynamo Dresden was truly special. Two teams with a playful and attacking approach faced off. For 42 minutes, these ingredients combined to create an entertaining, tactically sophisticated, and intense duel. Until a referee's decision decisively influenced the outcome. We look back on an emotional evening in Dresden.
„The referee decided the game today.“
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.
Undefeated streak ends
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.
Team News: Three Changes to the Team
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.
Matchday Guide: All Information for the Dresden Game
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".
Facts & Stats: The top facts about the Dresden game
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.
Fan Information for the Dresden Game
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.
„Pure football romance“
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.
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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.
Opposition Check: SG Dynamo Dresden
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.
5th Tree Planting Campaign: Register now!
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.
U21: With renewed energy into the rest of the season
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.