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Successful dress rehearsal
SV 98 ended their training camp in Spain with a victory: The Lilies defeated SV Wehen Wiesbaden 2-1 (1-0) in Oliva Nova. Bialek and Richter scored for the team from southern Hesse.
The first half was decent, but after the break we made too many mistakes in our build-up play and conceded too many chances. That wasn't good, but I'm still glad we found a way to win the game.
A dynamic first half
Both sides took their time in their respective dress rehearsals, immediately seeking to attack the opponent’s goal. Their two strikers, Lidberg and Schleimer, each appeared in the penalty area and had promising shooting opportunities, but were decisively thwarted at the last moment. The first controversial moment came after just under fifteen minutes when Lidberg was brought down in the box. However, the Spanish referee’s whistle remained silent. Five minutes later, the ball was in the back of the SVWW net; after a corner, Lidberg pounced on a loose ball to seemingly give his team the lead. This time, however, a whistle blew, and the refereeing team disallowed the goal.
The pressure from SV Darmstadt 98 remained high: In the 21st minute, Klefisch found his teammate Richter in the penalty area, who attempted an acrobatic bicycle kick, but the striker was denied the goal, as SVWW goalkeeper Brdar was equal to the task. After Wehen Wiesbaden also threatened the opposing goal through Flotho after almost half an hour, Darmstadt shifted into high gear just before halftime: Akiyama’s shot went narrowly wide (40th minute), and two minutes later, Marseiles even rattled the post. As the half-time whistle blew, the breakthrough finally came: Lidberg won a counter-attack and found Richter, who chipped the ball to Bialek. The Pole made no mistake, heading home to give Darmstadt the lead.
Marcel Schuhen towers above the rest.
SVWW came out of the locker room with renewed energy and were significantly more active after the restart than in the first half. Schleimer had a chance to equalise, but Schuhen made a quick save (49′). Shortly afterward, Schuhen was called into action again, tipping Bogicevic’s shot around the post (55′). Schleimer’s shot was cleared off the line (64′), and after Kaya fired just wide of the right post from a central position in front of goal, the South Hessians could consider themselves fortunate that SVWW had let the 1-1 equaliser slip away.
But it was Darmstadt who scored after 74 minutes: Richter took a shot from distance and blasted the ball into the net – 2-0. Wehen Wiesbaden responded in the 81st minute when Becker scored inside the penalty area. Shortly afterward, Schuhen prevented the equaliser with a strong save following a corner. The final ten minutes saw no significant chances for either side, and thus Darmstadt won their second mid-season friendly against Wehen Wiesbaden.
Line-Up: Schuhen (C) – Lopez, Pfeiffer (Papela, 46′), Lidberg (Lakenmacher, 61′), Marseiler ( Güler, 77′), Akiyama, Klefisch (Maglica, 61′), Vukotic (Pfister, 77′), Richter, Bialek (Furukawa, 50′), Holland (Klassen, 61′).
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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.
U21: A Herculean effort whilst down to 10 men wasn’t enough
In a rescheduled Lotto Hessenliga match, SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team hosted SV Hummetroth at their youth academy on Wednesday evening (April 29th) but unfortunately came away empty-handed. Despite a spirited performance and playing with one man less, the score after 90 minutes was 3-1 in favour of Hummetroth.