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U21 earns an important point
The long wait for a point is over! After four consecutive defeats, SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team finally secured some points. On their home turf, the young Lilies drew 1-1 against TSV Eintracht Stadtallendorf last Saturday (April 11th). Looking at the league table, it was clear even before the match that it wouldn't be easy, as a full ten places separated the two teams in the LOTTO Hessenliga standings. However, the Lilies' U21 team remained evenly matched with the seventh-placed side and collected a crucial home point.
A strong 90 minutes, finally rewarded again!
In addition to securing a point, there was another piece of good news: After an injury layoff, captain Markus Ballmert returned to the team on Saturday and played the full 90 minutes. „Our captain’s return was a real boost for us,“ said U21 coach Sebastian Schmitt. The veteran provided the young Darmstadt side with much-needed stability. As a result, both teams went into the break with the score at 0-0 after a few scoring opportunities in the first half. However, the second half brought a setback: A corner in the 52nd minute gave Stadtallendorf a 1-0 lead. From that point on, the young Darmstadt players showed resilience and were determined not to leave empty-handed on this Saturday afternoon. Almost unfazed by the goal, they created numerous scoring chances of their own and were twice unlucky to hit the woodwork. The long-awaited equaliser finally came from a penalty kick, which Smail Kadrijaj confidently converted in the 75th minute. „After this phase, the deserved 1-1,“ Schmitt explained about his team’s period of sustained pressure.
„Both teams could have won the game after the 1-1 score,“ emphasised the U21 coach about what was a truly exciting encounter. Numerous attacks in both penalty areas characterised the final phase and captivated not only the spectators. „I prefer games where we play attacking football to opponents who sit back,“ revealed Schmitt. Even though both teams were pushing for the winning goal, „a fair draw was the final result,“ as Schmitt clarified.
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„Even after the Weidenhausen game, I had the feeling that the lads were embracing the challenge,“ explained the U21 coach regarding the fight to avoid relegation from the Hessenliga. Over the 90 minutes, his players had worked through many of the things they had set out to do together. „Both teams opted for a possession-based approach today. Games against direct rivals, but also matches like the one against Stadtallendorf, help us in our development,“ Schmitt concluded positively.
With newfound confidence, the team faces an away match against KSV Baunatal next Saturday (April 18th, 2:30pm). The league standings are similar to those before the Young Lilies‘ last game – while the U21s are in 15th place, Baunatal sits in fourth. However, Schmitt emphasises: „We’re going to Baunatal knowing that we can compete with teams like this at the level we showed today.“
Line-Up: Börner – Kunstmann (Maier, 62′), Karakayar (Görtler, 83′), Jaadar (Arnold, 46′), Kadrijaj, Klappich (Mignano, 71′), Ballmert, Schnerring, Herbst (Blasa, 62′), Merx, Pfister.
„We want to continue this path in Karlsruhe“
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.
Opposition Check: Karlsruher SC
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?
Fan Information for the Karlsruhe Game
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.
The largest team photo in the history of the Lilien enters its second round
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.
Facts & Figures: The Top Facts before the Karlsruhe Game
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.
Stolperstein tour commemorates Jewish club members
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.
New breadth for the future and commemorating the past
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.
Secure your tickets now: Home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on general sale.
Tickets for the home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on November 22nd are available for purchase now.
Well-deserved victory for the Young Lilies
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.
With the right mindset and positive development
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.
Krombacher Böllenfalltor-GOAL-Bonus
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.
„Didn’t lose our heads after falling behind early“
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: