SV Darmstadt 98 and Sinalco are now joining forces. The beverage brand will become an official top partner of the Lilies and will provide refreshments at home games and club events.
This cooperation brings together two long-established brands that aim to further expand their presence in southern Hesse and offer fans around the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor an even better stadium experience. As part of the partnership, Sinalco receives, among other things, exclusive rights to serve and advertise non-alcoholic beverages in the public areas and the ENTEGA VIP Lounge. Furthermore, the collaboration includes diverse advertising opportunities within the stadium, such as the presentation of the team lineup, as well as in the club’s digital and print media. Sinalco will also be present at future press conferences. The partnership is complemented by joint activation campaigns with the professional players and various fan activities.
Sinalco will also be present at future press conferences. Martin Kowalewski, Managing Director of SV 98: “Sinalco is a brand that has accompanied many generations and is therefore an excellent fit for SV Darmstadt 98. As a strong and long-established partner, Sinalco shares many similarities with the Lilies. We are all the more excited to implement creative initiatives together for our fans and further enhance the stadium experience surrounding our home games.”
Heino Hövelmann (Managing Director of Deutsche Sinalco GmbH Markengetränke & Co. KG): “Sinalco tastes of joie de vivre, community, and the special moments that people share. That’s exactly what football at the Böllenfalltor stadium is all about. With SV Darmstadt 98, we have found a partner that embodies these values and connects its fans with genuine passion. We look forward to creating unforgettable stadium experiences together and supporting the Lilies family with our beverages.”
On Sunday, the Lilies face a challenge in Baden: for the 8th matchday, SV Darmstadt 98 travel to take on Karlsruher SC. At the pre-match press conference, our head coach discussed the squad situation, the qualities of the opposition, and the team's motivation to get back to winning ways on the road.
On Sunday (October 18th), SV Darmstadt 98 will visit Karlsruher SC. KSC has a history that extends well beyond the confines of German football: the club from Baden once caused a stir on the European stage, writing a chapter that is still remembered today. But how did KSC manage to step into the international spotlight, and what made this success so special?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tickets for the home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on November 22nd are available for purchase now.
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.
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.
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.
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: