Foto: SV 98 03.12.2024 / English
Pokal Dream ends in Bremen
Unfortunately, the Bundesliga team has the upper hand: In the round of 16 of the DFB Cup, the Lilies had to admit defeat to SV Werder Bremen 0-1 (0-0). SV 98 gave the Bundesliga club a thrilling fight, but a goal from Jung (90+4) swung the pendulum in favour of the favored hosts.
Compared to the last league games, coach Florian Kohfeldt relied on a three-man defence in the round of 16 of the DFB Cup. In the opening minutes, SV Werder Bremen initially had more possession of the ball, but the Lilies were waiting for a counterattack. The hosts had the first attempt after seven minutes, but Friedl’s shot was no problem for Marcel Schuhen.
After a good quarter of an hour, the Darmstadt team began to see a little more of the ball and increasingly found their way out of their own half. And the guests also approached the opponent’s box for the first time: Killian Corredor put a ball into Isac Lidberg’s path, but the Swede was unable to get the ball on goal under pressure on 16 minutes.
Overall, Werder had more of the game, but the South Hesse team hardly allowed any shots and repeatedly caused danger. The decisive point of the game came in the 34th minute, a long ball released Lidberg who was brought down by Robin Zetterer. After pondering his decision, the referee opted for a yellow card which was perhaps fortunate for the Bundesliga side. After a concentrated performance against the Bundesliga club, we went into the locker room without any goals.
The second half began with two brilliant saves from Marcel Schuhen: First, the Lilien goalkeeper parried a direct shot from Ducksch, then he also fended off Schmid’s follow-up shot, 2 minutes into the half. After that, the game continued to be the same as in the first section: advantages for Bremen, good defensive work by the Lilies and therefore few shots.
In the 59th minute of the game, the 98ers also had their first shot in the second period: Corredor tried from a distance, but Zetterer was able to make the save. The South Hessians kept coming back to their actions in the opponent’s half, but failed to create any major chances.
In the final phase, the hosts increased the pressure further, but the Darmstadt team now delivered a real cup fight and threw themselves into every ball. When everyone had already prepared for extra time, the home team managed to score the winning goal through Jung in the fourth minute of added time as he converted from close range. Despite a strong fighting performance, the Lilies had to narrowly admit defeat.
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Fan information for the Münster game
The second consecutive away game, and the last of the season, is upon us. Once again on a Sunday (May 10th, 1:30pm), Darmstadt will be playing away – this time against SC Preußen Münster. Everything you need to know for your final away trip of the season to the LVM-Preußenstadion, about three and a half hours away, can be found here in the usual fan information section.
+++ 98th Baby | Bölle Gang at the traffic school +++
There's a lot going on at the Bölle. The 98th Darmstadt baby of 2026, along with their family, visited the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor, and they weren't the only ones. Where else the Bölle gang has ended up, and many more news items about the club, can be found here in our "Lilies Across the Board" section, as every Wednesday.
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.