The new away jersey is HERE! | Season opening at Bölle

The new season is upon us, and SV Darmstadt 98 wants to kick it off with its fans in style. On Wednesday, July 23rd, starting at 4:30pm, a varied program awaits you at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. You’ll have the opportunity to experience the team up close and spend a special holiday with the Lilien family.

A special highlight of the fan festival is a friendly match between two member teams, which will be played directly in the stadium. Additionally, the 98ers‘ professional team will complete a training session in their new away jerseys and then spread out around the Böllenfalltor for an autograph session. Admission to the season-opening fan festival and the friendly match is free. Seating is free in the main and south stands. However, for organisational reasons, we ask that you reserve free tickets in advance.

The Lilies‘ away jersey for the 2025/26 season can be described as a successful combination of tradition and fresh design. While stylistically inspired by the home jersey, it nevertheless sets its own unique accents. The white jersey features distinctive details that lend it a special individuality. Particularly striking are the ornaments from the Art Nouveau and Gothic periods, incorporated using an embossing process. Unlike the home jersey, these decorations are also found on the sleeves, giving the jersey additional visual depth.

A special highlight is the elaborately embroidered club crest on the chest, replacing the stylized Lilies logo for the first time in many years. There is also a striking change in the collar design: instead of a classic collar, the jersey, manufactured by CRAFT, features a modern V-neck. The sleeve and neck cuffs feature a blue and white striped pattern, lending the jersey additional dynamism. The back still features the „Darmstadt“ lettering in Art Nouveau typography, complemented by a stylized church window and the abbreviation „svd98.“ The jersey is now available both online and in fan shops. The SV Darmstadt 98 professional team will wear it for the first time during a training session during the evening season opening at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor.

The end of the summer break is fast approaching. In just over a week, the Lilies will kick off the new second division season with a home game against VfL Bochum (August 2nd, 1pm). The first team’s preparations are in full swing, as the opening game at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor is intended to be a successful start to the 2025/26 season.

Before that, however, the SV Darmstadt 98 team still has a dress rehearsal scheduled: On Saturday (July 26th), the Lilies will face TSG Hoffenheim away at 4:30pm. The second division team faces a tough test against a Bundesliga opponent at the end of their preseason.

The Lilies‘ test matches at a glance:

To kick off the new season, SV Darmstadt 98 is doing a big clean-out, and at unbeatable prices. With its big clearance sale, SV Darmstadt 98 is offering you the perfect opportunity to score some real bargains. Prices have been significantly reduced, especially in the apparel section. Whether it’s shirts, hoodies, or teamwear – attractive offers await you in all categories.

Would you rather discover your favourites in person? Then come to our big sale as part of the season opening on Wednesday (July 23rd) from 4:30pm at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. It’s worth stopping by!

It’s not just the first team players who are about to start the new season. SV Darmstadt 98’s U21 team is also in the midst of intensive preparation for the upcoming season. Those who think of this as solely focused on running, passing, and goal-scoring drills are only partially correct. Media presence also requires careful preparation to showcase the players in the best possible light.

As part of the LOTTO Hessenliga Media Day, the two Lilien players Bastian Görtler and Tom Steineck participated in various formats. In addition to portrait and celebration photos and quick-fire questions, the young Lilien players took on an imposter challenge and a juggling challenge, among other challenges.

The over two-meter-tall SV Darmstadt 98 defender celebrated his 30th birthday on Tuesday, July 22nd. Aleksandar Vukotic began his professional career at Sloga Kraljevo in Serbia. Via Dolina Padina, the Serbian-born player moved to FK Krupa in Bosnia-Herzegovina. In 2018, he moved to Belgium, where he played in the Challenger Pro League and the Jupiler Pro League.

In July 2017, his path finally led him to SV Wehen Wiesbaden. Vukotic made a total of 31 appearances in the Hessian state capital, scoring two goals. He has been wearing the Lilies jersey since July 2024. SV Darmstadt 98 sends his warmest congratulations: Happy birthday, Vuko!