The Lilies are continuing to work hard on the training ground this week to build on their previous performances after the upcoming international break. Two players are currently absent from Darmstadt: midfielder Jean-Paul Boëtius is playing for the Surinamese national team in World Cup qualification. Isac Lidberg is also traveling. He was initially called up on call and is now in the final squad for Sweden due to Jordan Larsson's injury-related withdrawal. He also has two World Cup qualifying matches with them.
Nominated for the first time in November last year, his strong performances have now been rewarded again: Isac Lidberg has been nominated by Sweden’s national coach Jon Dahl Tomasson for the upcoming international matches. First up, the „Tre Kronor“ host Switzerland at the Friends Arena in Solna on Friday (October 10th, 8:45pm). The Swiss have an unblemished record with two wins from two matches and are comfortably leading the group. Sweden themselves have so far only managed a 2-2 draw with bottom-placed Slovakia, who are level on points, and suffered a 2-0 defeat in Kosovo. Lidberg and the Swedes play their second World Cup qualifier on Monday (October 13th, 8:45pm), once again at home, this time against Kosovo at Gamla Ullevi in Gothenburg.
Jean-Paul Boëtius and Suriname are aiming to stay on course for the World Cup after their recent successes. After securing their place in the finals by finishing first in the second qualifying round of CONCACAF, the Surinamese national team remained undefeated after two matches. A goalless draw in their opening match against Panama was followed by a 2-1 away win against El Salvador, which put Boëtius and his team at the top of the table.
On Friday (October 10th, 11pm, German time), Suriname will host Guatemala, currently bottom of the table, at their home stadium, the Franklin Essed Stadium in Paramaribo. The visitors‘ only point so far comes from a draw against Panama. Boëtius’s Suriname national team will face the same Panamanian team on Wednesday (October 15th, 3am, German time) at the Estadio Rommel Fernández in Panama City.
Suriname is in the final round of CONCACAF World Cup qualifying. The final round consists of three groups. The three group winners will qualify directly for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, the largest ever with 48 teams. The two best runners-up will have the chance to secure a World Cup berth through a playoff tournament. Suriname currently holds first place in a group with El Salvador, Guatemala, and Panama after two of six matchdays.
The Swedish national team is in Group B of the European World Cup qualifiers. In a group with Switzerland, Kosovo, and Slovakia, the Swedes must finish first to qualify directly for the World Cup. There is also a chance to secure a World Cup berth through a playoff tournament in Europe as the runners-up. Currently, the Swedes have one point after two matches, while Switzerland (6 points) and Kosovo (3 points) lead the group.
Date |
Kick-Off |
Match |
Competition |
Lilie Involvement |
| Friday 10.10 | 11pm | Suriname – Guatemala | WM-Qualifikation | Jean-Paul Boëtius |
| Friday 10.10 | 8.45pm | Schweden – Schweiz | WM-Qualifikation | Isac Lidberg |
| Monday 13.10 | 8.45pm | Schweden – Kosovo | WM-Qualifikation | Isac Lidberg |
| Wednesday 15.10 | 3am | Panama – Suriname | WM-Qualifikation | Jean-Paul Boëtius |
On Sunday, the Lilies face a challenge in Baden: for the 8th matchday, SV Darmstadt 98 travel to take on Karlsruher SC. At the pre-match press conference, our head coach discussed the squad situation, the qualities of the opposition, and the team's motivation to get back to winning ways on the road.
On Sunday (October 18th), SV Darmstadt 98 will visit Karlsruher SC. KSC has a history that extends well beyond the confines of German football: the club from Baden once caused a stir on the European stage, writing a chapter that is still remembered today. But how did KSC manage to step into the international spotlight, and what made this success so special?
The next away match is coming up: this Sunday (October 18th, 1:30pm), the Lilien will visit Karlsruher SC for the 8th matchday of the 2. Bundesliga. As always, you can find all the essential information regarding travel and your visit to the stadium in the fan guidelines.
SV Darmstadt 98 invites all its members to come to the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor on November 1st, 2026, starting at 11:30am. Together, we aim to once again create the largest team photo in our club’s history—with the professional players in the front and the entire Lilies family behind them.
On Sunday (Oct 18th), SV Darmstadt 98 will visit Karlsruher SC. The side from Baden differs from the Lilies in several key respects. Furthermore, the match will see SV 98 cross paths with a former player once again. Find out here about other connections between the two clubs, as well as some particularly interesting statistics ahead of the encounter.
On Tuesday evening (October 13th), the SilberLilien took part in SV Darmstadt 98’s Stolperstein tour for the first time. Along the approximately six-kilometre route, the participants made several stops to learn more about the fates of Jewish club members who were persecuted and driven out during the Holocaust.
From new grassroots sports offerings and a look back at the club's history to birthdays and the latest updates from the media briefing—there is plenty to report from SV Darmstadt 98 again this week. In "Lilien Across the Board," we round up the news, insights, and stories from life at the club.
Tickets for the home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on November 22nd are available for purchase now.
SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team proved their mettle at home against KSV Hessen Kassel II in the Hessenliga on Sunday (Oct. 11th). After a convincing 90-minute performance, the Young Lilies secured another three points, finishing with a decisive 4–0 victory that lifts them to sixth place in the standings.
The Lilies overturned an early deficit to celebrate a 3–1 home victory against Energie Cottbus—a win that boosts confidence and confirms the progress being made. Read our analysis to find out why there is still work to be done and what positives SV 98 takes away from the match.
This season, too, Lilien fans will be doubly rewarded for every home goal scored by SV Darmstadt 98. In addition to the joy and excitement of the goals, the team's supporters will receive 98 litres of Krombacher Pils for every home goal scored by Darmstadt at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor.
After the international break, Darmstadt 98 returned to the Bölle with a home win! Against Energie Cottbus, SV Darmstadt 98 put on a spirited performance in front of their home crowd and rewarded themselves with three points after an intense match. We've compiled the post-match reactions for you here: