While Isac Lidberg and Sweden suffered a clear defeat in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Jean-Paul Boëtius and Suriname can achieve something historic and secure a World Cup ticket on their own merit. This article provides all the information on the two SV 98 national team players.
Jean-Paul Boëtius and Suriname took a significant step towards the 2026 World Cup finals with their 4-0 victory over El Salvador last Thursday (November 13th). The SV 98 number ten played the full 90 minutes. Next Wednesday (November 19th, 2am German time), Suriname has the opportunity to secure their place at the 2026 World Cup against Guatemala at the Estadio Manuel Felipe Carrera, thus qualifying for the tournament for the first time in their history. Thanks to this recent success, their fate remains firmly in their own hands.
Here’s the current standings in the group: Panama also fulfilled their duty in the other match and remain level on points with group leaders Suriname. However, Boëtius and his teammates have a decisive advantage: their impressive scoring record has given them a goal difference of +5, while Panama’s is +2. Thus, both teams are locked in a battle for direct World Cup qualification. Suriname travels to Guatemala, while Panama hosts El Salvador. The group winner qualifies directly for next summer’s World Cup in the USA, while the runner-up has the opportunity to secure a World Cup berth via the playoffs next March.
If both teams finish with the same number of points and the same goal difference, the number of goals scored will be the deciding factor. Should that also be equal, the head-to-head result will determine the winner. In their previous encounters, the two teams drew – a goalless draw in Suriname and a 1-1 draw in Panama. This away goal gives Suriname the advantage in this category.
Overall, much is still possible in this group, but Suriname has secured a significantly better starting position.
Sweden has suffered only defeats in this World Cup qualifier, apart from a draw against Slovenia. They also had to return home empty-handed from their match against Switzerland last Saturday. Isac Lidberg was substituted on in the 78th minute of the game against the group leaders. The „Tre Kronor“ (Three Crowns) are in last place in their group with just one point and even a win in their home game against Slovenia on Tuesday (November 18th, 8:45pm) would eliminate any chance of finishing near the top of their qualifying group.
And yet, the World Cup train hasn’t left the station for Sweden. This is due to a curious situation: The Swedish national team won their Nations League group and were among the four best group winners of the round. Thanks to this result, Sweden has secured a direct ticket to the playoffs next March, where they still have a chance of participating in the World Cup finals in the summer of 2026 – regardless of their performance in the World Cup qualifying group stage.
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".
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.