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Still undefeated
The SV Darmstadt 98 U21 team drew 2-2 (0-1) against SV Unter-Flockenbach. After a heated home game, the young Lilies had to settle for a frustrating, but ultimately deserved, draw. In this extremely balanced league, Patrick Kurt's team continues to grow week by week, gaining valuable experience.
Early penalty
In the first half, Unter-Flockenbach dominated possession and took the lead in the 14th minute with a penalty. Even after the goal, the newly promoted Odenwald side remained dangerous and created further good opportunities, but failed to capitalise. This allowed the Lilies to gradually find their footing, gain more possession, and launch their first promising attacks. However, both teams lacked the necessary clinical finishing in the final third until halftime, and the hosts maintained their narrow lead.
Late shock
As has often been the case this season, SV Darmstadt 98 came out of halftime much stronger. Just a few minutes after the restart, the ball was in the net for what appeared to be the equaliser, but the linesman had already raised his flag. In the 56th minute, the equaliser finally came: Tom Steineck made it 1-1 for Darmstadt. Less than ten minutes later, Darmstadt 98 completely turned the game around. After a corner, Vincent Hofer was perfectly positioned and put his team ahead 2-1 in the 64th minute. Darmstadt continued to create promising attacking opportunities, but often lacked precision with the final pass.
As the game wore on, Unter-Flockenbach also became more dangerous going forward. In a heated final phase, both teams threw everything they had into the match. Deep into stoppage time, the team from the Odenwald region finally managed to equalise, so the two teams ultimately shared the points.
Head coach Patrick Kurt on the team’s progress: „This game will help us tremendously in our development. I am proud of this young team and how they have dealt with all the obstacles – on and off the field.“
Table situation and outlook
Following their draw against Unter-Flockenbach, Darmstadt 98 sit in fifth place in the table. After six matchdays, Patrick Kurt’s team, along with VfB Marburg, is the only team in the league still undefeated. On Saturday (September 5th, 3:45pm), the young Lilies travel to Türk Gücü Friedberg. The hosts have collected eleven points so far and are currently in ninth place.
Line-Up: Börner – Meier (Rauch, 75′) , Kunstmann (Hartelt, 85′), Keranovic, Maier (Schnerring, 85′), Steineck, Hofer (Fenyoe, 75′), Ballmert, Stark, Pfister, Volkmann (Dos Santos Pereira, 58′)
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Team News: Two Changes to the Team
The 8th matchday takes the Lilies to Karlsruhe. Florian Kohfeldt has made two changes to his starting eleven compared to the home win against Cottbus: Lance Duijvestijn and Hiroki Akiyama come in for Noah Weißhaupt and Nicolas Verkooijen. Weißhaupt (on the bench) and Verkooijen (absent from the squad) both missed parts of the week's training due to illness. Additionally, Yosuke Furukawa is sidelined with calf problems.
Matchday Guide: All Information for the Karlsruhe Game
On Sunday afternoon (Oct 18th, 1:30pm), SV 98 will visit Karlsruher SC for the 8th matchday of the season. What do the two head coaches have to say ahead of kickoff? Who will be officiating the match, and where can you follow the action live? As always, we’ve put together all the essential information for the game against KSC in our "Matchday Guide" feature.
„We want to continue this path in Karlsruhe“
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.
Opposition Check: Karlsruher SC
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?
Fan Information for the Karlsruhe Game
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.
The largest team photo in the history of the Lilien enters its second round
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.
Facts & Figures: The Top Facts before the Karlsruhe Game
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.
Stolperstein tour commemorates Jewish club members
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.
New breadth for the future and commemorating the past
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.
Secure your tickets now: Home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on general sale.
Tickets for the home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on November 22nd are available for purchase now.
Well-deserved victory for the Young Lilies
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.
With the right mindset and positive development
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.