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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Season tickets for the 2026/27 season: All information is available here!
SV Darmstadt 98 informed all season ticket holders about the season ticket procedure for the 2026/27 season on Wednesday (May 6th) and would also like to share this letter on the club's own website.
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.