In a spectacular Hessenliga clash, the U21s of SV Darmstadt 98 and 1. Hanauer FC drew 4-4. The spectators at the Lilies' youth academy were treated to a veritable goal fest that featured everything that makes a thrilling football match: early goals, lead changes, impressive attacks, and a dramatic finale.
Darmstadt started strongly and put the visitors under pressure early on. With quick combination play, the Lilies created numerous chances and rewarded themselves with an early lead through Smail Kadrijaj (4th minute). In the seventh minute, the Lilies extended their lead again: Due to a foul in the penalty area, the referee awarded a penalty to the 98ers. Once again, it was Kadrijaj who scored, confidently converting the penalty. But Hanau was unfazed. The team showed fighting spirit and waited for counterattacks. Hanau scored from a set piece in the 44th minute to make it 2-1 – the score remained unchanged at halftime.
After the break, the lively scoring continued. Both teams looked to advance rather than settle for the previous score. The visitors quickly equalised (47th minute). Darmstadt then seemed to have the game back under control and took the lead again thanks to a good move by Mika Schlosser (63rd minute). But Hanau showed their courage and repeatedly fought back from set pieces. The visitors responded to Schlosser’s goal just four minutes later, even taking a 3-4 lead in the 80th minute.
Thus, a heated final phase developed – characterised by tackling, high intensity, and chances on both sides. It wasn’t until injury time that the Junglilien finally managed to turn things around. A handball by the visitors in the penalty area prompted the referee to point to the penalty spot again. Kadrijaj again placed the ball on the penalty spot and slotted the penalty into the bottom left corner to make the final score 4-4.
Although the U21s were frustrated about missing out on the three points, the Darmstadt team was proud of their comeback qualities in a fast-paced and emotionally charged match.
This busy week is full of action for the U21s: The Junglilien’s home game against Eintracht Frankfurt’s U21s next weekend will take place on Saturday (October 25th) at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. Kick-off is at 3:30pm. Feel free to come along and support the Junglilien. Tickets are available at the box office.
We're currently in a phase where we're lacking luck in front of goal and conceding goals far too easily. We need to work on that now.
Line-Up: Rohde – Schnerring (Kunstmann, 75′), Görtler, Karakaya, Arnold, Ballmert, Klappich, Herbst, Zaatan (Alagi, 68′), Schlosser (Mignano, 68′), Kadrijaj.
Autographs, photos, and personal encounters with the Lilies: You'll have the opportunity to do so on Thursday (May 7th) from 5pm to 6pm. As part of an autograph session presented by Merck, Patric Pfeiffer, Kai Klefisch, and Fynn Lakenmacher will be at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. You'll also receive a ten percent discount in the fan shop during this time.
Darmstadt's 2-1 defeat at Karlsruher SC also ended any remaining theoretical hopes the South Hessian club had of finishing the season in the top three. The loss at the Wildpark stadium served somewhat as a symbol for the past few weeks, during which SV 98 had only managed one point from five matches since the international break in March. Following the game on Sunday afternoon, the Darmstadt players addressed the assembled media representatives with mixed feelings.
Three points! SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team secured a victory in the Lotto Hessenliga on Saturday afternoon (May 2nd). In their match against Hünfelder SV, the young Lilies overcame an early deficit to clinch a convincing 3-1 win. This result puts the U21 team currently outside the relegation zone. "Our trend is clearly upward," said a delighted U21 coach Sebastian Schmitt.
The successful collaboration between the Hessian Disabled and Rehabilitation Sports Association (HBRS) and SV Darmstadt 98 will continue long-term: Both partners have extended their existing agreement to promote inclusive sports indefinitely. This sends a clear signal for the sustainable development of inclusion and disability sports in Hesse.
A bitter end in Karlsruhe: After 90 entertaining minutes in which both teams sought salvation in attack, Darmstadt suffered a narrow defeat. The final score was 2-1 after a late goal from the home side, following Isac Lidberg's earlier equaliser. After the match, the players were particularly frustrated with the missed opportunities in the first half.
The away form continues to be poor: SV 98 suffered a 2-1 (0-0) defeat against Karlsruher SC. Lidberg scored the equaliser for the team from southern Hesse in the 70th minute.
Darmstadt 98 visit Karlsruher SC on matchday 32 (May 3rd, 1:30 PM). Florian Kohfeldt has made five changes to his starting lineup. Killian Corredor replaces the injured Fraser Hornby, Aleksandar Vukotic comes in for the suspended Patric Pfeiffer, and Fabian Holland starts in place of Matej Maglica, who is sidelined with an ankle injury. Merveille Papela and Niklas Schmidt also join the team, replacing Sergio Lopez and Yosuke Furukawa. In addition to Hornby, Pfeiffer, and Maglica, Darmstadt will also be without the injured Matthias Bader, Fabian Nürnberger, and Luca Marseiler.
Finally, the weekend is here, finally Sunday! On Sunday afternoon (May 3rd, 1:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98 will face Karlsruher SC away. What do the two coaches have to say about the match, who will be refereeing, and where can you watch it if you're not at the stadium? All the important information about the Lilies' 32nd matchday is compiled for you here in "Matchday Guide".
Continuity in sporting management: SV Darmstadt 98 has extended Paul Fernie's contract early and for the long term. As part of the contract extension, the current sporting director will move into the club's management board and will now serve as managing director of sport.
Our head coach spoke at the press conference before the away game against Karlsruher SC (May 3rd/1:30pm) about the mental freshness of his team, the course of action for the remaining games and his coaching colleague, whose commitment to KSC will end after six years this season.
Left hook, 'One hundred and eightyyyyyyy', and hand over the baton. Doesn't sound like football – and that's true. KSC is often associated with professional football, but with the sheer number of titles the club has won, it's worth looking beyond the pitch. Titles from Baden-Württemberg to Rome.
In a rescheduled Lotto Hessenliga match, SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team hosted SV Hummetroth at their youth academy on Wednesday evening (April 29th) but unfortunately came away empty-handed. Despite a spirited performance and playing with one man less, the score after 90 minutes was 3-1 in favour of Hummetroth.