Foto: SV 98 29.06.2024 / English
Successful start in Hainstadt
Successful start to the test match for SV Darmstadt 98: The Lilies won 16-0 (7-0) against A-League team SpVgg Hainstadt. The goals in front of around 700 fans were scored by Mehlem (21st), Lakenmacher (25th, 26th, 42nd), Müller (30th, 37th), Lopez (42nd), Stojilkovic (48th, 84th) and Riedel (51st, 54th), Papela (52nd), Bader (60th), Kempe (63rd), Baier (69th) and Torsiello (85th).
The first test match in the 2024 summer preparation took the Lilies to Offenbach’s A-League team SpVgg Hainstadt. After a few chances in the early stages, including a shot off the post by Andreas Müller (10th), captain Marvin Mehlem scored to make it 1-0 for the Lilies (21st). New signing Fynn Lakenmacher scored twice in two minutes (25th/26th), and in the 30th minute he set up Andreas Müller to make it 4-0. Then there was the first change for the 98ers, Marcel Schuhen came into goal for Karol Niemczycki.
Müller also increased the score to 5-0 (37th), then another newcomer scored: Sergio Lopez scored his first goal in the Lilies jersey after a nice one-two with Luca Marseiler (42nd). Fynn Lakenmacher, who had the empty goal in front of him all alone in the middle, made it 7-0 (42′). After these two well-played goals within a minute, both teams went into halftime. In very warm temperatures, the water buckets were the players‘ greatest friends.
In the second half, head coach Torsten Lieberknecht rotated properly, the entire offensive department was replaced once: Fabio Torsiello, Merveille Papela, Kai Klefisch, Tobias Kempe and Filip Stojilkovic were now on the pitch. It was the returnee Stojilkovic who opened the scoring in the second half, with a nice shot he increased the score to 8-0 (48th).
It didn’t take long for the SVD to celebrate again, Clemens Riedel (51st) and Merveille Papela (52nd) each scoring in quick succession. Defender Riedel scored again in the 54th minute with a beautiful full-range shot from a good 18 meters. It wasn’t to be the last nice long-range shot; Matthias Bader also scored from around 17 meters (60′).
Lieberknecht then made another change: Alexander Brunst, Nico Baier, Mateo Zelic, Max Pfister and Othomane El Idrissi came on in the 60th minute. Veteran Tobi Kempe made it 13-0 with a header (63′), U19 player Nico Baier also scored his goal with a header (69′). Shortly before the end of the first test, Filip Stojilkovic (84th) and Fabio Torsiello (85th) scored to make the final score 16-0.
Lineup: Niemczycki – Lopez, Mehlem, Marseiler, Klarer, Müller, Lakenmacher, Vukotic, Bader, Will, Riedel
Substitutions: Schuhen (30th), Torsiello (46th), Papela (46th), Klefisch (46th), Kempe (46th), Stojilkovic (46th), Brunst (60th), Pfister (60th), Baier (60th), El Idrissi (60th), Zelic (60th)
Referee: Jannis Jäschke
Assistants: Jeremias Eckmann, Markus Ehrhardt
Foto: SV 98 
Foto: SV 98 
Foto: SV 98 
Foto: SV 98 
Foto: SV 98 
Foto: SV 98 
Matchday Guide: All Information for the Dresden Game
A floodlit match at the Rudolf-Haribig-Stadion is always something special. Darmstadt 98 are aiming to take three points back to southern Hesse this Friday evening (February 27th). Kick-off is at 6:30pm. All the important information about the 24th matchday of the 2. Bundesliga is clearly summarised for you in our "Matchday Guide".
Facts & Stats: The top facts about the Dresden game
Darmstadt 98 aim to extend their unbeaten run to 14 games in Friday evening's match against Dynamo Dresden. While Darmstadt's potent attack has resulted in a respectable goal tally, they are wary at the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion. The Saxons have been on an upward trend since the winter break and will have a vociferous home crowd behind them. We've compiled all the facts and figures surrounding this clash in this report. Here you'll find the key facts for tomorrow's match.
Fan Information for the Dresden Game
Darmstadt and Dresden are 598 kilometres apart. On Friday evening (February 27th, 6:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98 will travel to the Saxon capital for the 24th matchday of the 2nd Bundesliga. The next away game will take place under the floodlights at the historic Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion. You can find all relevant fan information here.
„Pure football romance“
Before SV Darmstadt 98 plays under floodlights in Dresden on Friday evening (27.02/18.30), Florian Kohfeldt spoke at the press conference about the strengths of Dynamo Dresden and the special atmosphere in the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion.
“Now I’m happy in Darmstadt!” | Lilies launch their 5th tree planting campaign
Raoul Petretta joined SV Darmstadt 98 in the winter and already feels very much at home. He talks about his arrival and his goals. Besides their sporting focus, the Lilies are also committed to sustainability: On March 15, 2026, over 3,500 trees will be planted as part of the fifth "In the Sign of the Lily" tree-planting campaign. In our "Lilies Across the Board" section, we provide you with the most important news from SV Darmstadt 98 every week.
Opposition Check: SG Dynamo Dresden
Numerous Dynamo Dresden fans flock to the stadium on home match days. But one day, they came for a single reason: What should their stadium be called in the future? Tens of thousands of supporters gathered in front of the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion, ready to cast their votes. In cooperation with regional partners, Dynamo Dresden's management took the unusual step of letting the club's supporters decide for themselves.
5th Tree Planting Campaign: Register now!
WirLilien – Together for nature conservation! Together with our partner Krombacher, we will once again plant more than 3,500 trees on Sunday (March 15th) – under the banner of the Lily. You can still register for the event at short notice.
U21: With renewed energy into the rest of the season
On Friday (February 27th, 7:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team begins the second phase of their Hessenliga season. With 23 points after 20 matchdays, the Lilies are currently in 14th place. Following intensive weeks of winter training, the team aims to start the upcoming challenges with renewed energy and secure crucial points.
Analysis of the home victory: The resistance fighters from Bölle
A fast-paced, thrilling exchange between SV Darmstadt 98 and Fortuna Düsseldorf reached its ecstatic climax in the 88th minute. Thanks to Matej Maglica's header, Darmstadt secured a 2-1 victory in a wild battle that resembled a 12-round boxing match, with both sides neglecting their defences and constantly searching for the next hook or punch. A day later, sv98.de looks back on what was probably the most exciting home game of the season so far for the South Hessian side.
Krombacher Böllenfalltor GOAL bonus
For every home goal scored by the Lilies, SV Darmstadt 98 fans will be doubly rewarded in the 2025/26 season. In addition to the joy and excitement, the Lilies' supporters will also receive 98 litres of Krombacher Pils for every home goal scored by Darmstadt at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor.
„We held onto the belief in victory until the very end.“
In an intense 90 minutes between SV Darmstadt 98 and Fortuna Düsseldorf, the Lilies fought back to secure three points shortly before the final whistle. The early lead taken by the team from southern Hesse was quickly erased by the Rhinelanders. The match became increasingly wild and physical. The second half remained evenly contested, but in the end, SV 98 once again demonstrated their fighting spirit: Matej Maglica's late header sealed the three points. What do the players and the two head coaches have to say about this thrilling encounter? We've compiled all the post-match reactions.
Home win! Impressive winning streak continues at Bölle
SV Darmstadt 98 remain a force to be reckoned with at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor! The Lilies defeated Fortuna Düsseldorf 2-1 (1-1) on matchday 23. It's their sixth consecutive home win, bringing their total to 45 points. Hornby opened the scoring for the home side after just seven minutes, before Maglica (88th minute) netted the decisive goal in the second half.