Foto: SV 98 10.09.2026 / English
Transfer News: Richter returns to SV 98
A familiar face is returning to SV 98: The "Lilies" have signed Marco Richter. The 28-year-old previously played for the South Hessian club on loan last season. Richter had agreed to the termination of his contract with 1. FSV Mainz 05 on September 1st, making it possible to sign the attacking midfielder even after the transfer window had closed.
Paul Fernie: „We never lost touch with Marco after his loan spell ended, though we didn’t see a realistic opportunity to sign him during the transfer window. Following the change in his situation after his contract was terminated in Mainz, we stepped up our contact earlier this week and found a way to bring Marco back to Darmstadt. His qualities are undisputed, and he proved last season that he can be a key player for our team. We are therefore delighted to welcome Marco back into the fold.“
Marco Richter: „I’ve often said how comfortable I felt during my year with the Lilies. That’s why I never completely ruled out the idea of returning to Darmstadt, even though there were no concrete talks about it over the past few months. Various options opened up after the transfer window closed, but after speaking with Paul and Flo, I quickly realised that I saw my future with the Lilies. Now I’m really looking forward to sharing the pitch with familiar faces and getting to know the new players as soon as possible.“
Last season, Richter made 32 competitive appearances for SV 98, recording twelve goal involvements.
Born in Friedberg, he came up through the youth ranks at clubs including Bayern Munich and FC Augsburg. He broke into the first team at FCA, playing 102 competitive matches—97 of them in the Bundesliga. Between August 2021 and August 2024, Richter made another 79 top-flight appearances for Hertha BSC and 1. FSV Mainz 05. During the 2024/25 season, the right-footed player was on loan at Hamburger SV, featuring in 28 competitive matches.
Richter will wear the number 5 shirt.
Foto: SV 98 
Starting Wednesday: Member pre-sale for Gladbach
On Tuesday (December, 1st), the Lilien will visit Borussia Mönchengladbach at 8:45pm. Advance ticket sales for club members begin on Wednesday, November 11th, at 12pm.
6th Krombacher Tree-Planting Campaign: Sign up now!
WirLilien – Together for nature conservation! In partnership with Krombacher, we are once again taking a stand for the environment on Saturday, November 28th: 5,000 saplings will be planted. Be there and support us in this joint initiative!
Official Club Announcement
Following the previously announced open and comprehensive analysis of the current sporting situation, Markus Pfitzner, Paul Fernie, and Florian Kohfeldt provide a brief insight into the past two days.
Lilien win Friendly in Nürnberg
SV 98 won a closed-door friendly match against 1. FC Nürnberg 4–1 (4–0). The goals were scored by Fynn Lakenmacher (2), Manolo Merx, and Yosuke Furukawa.
„Had Chances to Equalise“
Despite having good opportunities, SV 98 fell to a 2-0 defeat against Nürnberg, who sit second in the table. We have gathered reactions to the match.
Lilien Defeated in Nürnberg
SV 98 must continue to wait for their first away point of the season. The Lilies were defeated 2-0 (0–0) by 1. FC Nürnberg, who currently sit second in the table.
Team News: Two Enforced Changes
An away match against the team sitting second in the table. Florian Kohfeldt is forced to make two changes to his side for the away game in Nürnberg. Patric Pfeiffer misses the match due to a thigh issue sustained against Magdeburg, while Marcel Schuhen is sidelined with a thigh problem picked up during the final training session. Aleksander Vukotic comes into the defence, and Alexander Brunst starts in goal. Raoul Petretta will wear the captain’s armband.
Matchday Guide: All Information before the Game against Nürnberg
This coming Saturday (November, 7th), the Lilien have their next away match on the agenda. On Matchday 11 of the 2. Bundesliga, SV 98 will face 1. FC Nürnberg at the Max-Morlock-Stadion, with kick-off set for 1pm. As always, we have compiled all the essential information regarding the encounter for you in our "Matchday Guide" feature.
“That’s what we want again now”
This coming Saturday (November, 7th), SV 98 will face 1. FC Nürnberg in the Franconia region. Ahead of the match, head coach Florian Kohfeldt spoke at a press conference about their upcoming opponents, the development of his team, and the challenges that lie ahead in the coming weeks.
Opposition Check: Nürnberg
Missing stars and broken records: 1. FC Nürnberg looks back on an eventful club history that has repeatedly produced extraordinary moments. This Saturday afternoon (November, 7th), SV Darmstadt 98 will be the visitors to the "Club." That’s reason enough to take a closer look at their upcoming opponent.
4th Edition of the Bölle Band Light Run
On Wednesday evening (November, 4th), the annual Lichterlauf (lantern walk) at the Böllenfalltor once again brought joy to many children. Around 60 members of the Bölle Bande (Bölle Gang) gathered with their parents, carrying colourful lanterns to take part in what has now become the fourth edition of the event.
