A goal-scoring spectacle, including an emotional finale. That's exactly what the approximately 1,000 spectators who watched the match between SV Hummetroth and the U21 team of SV Darmstadt 98 in the LOTTO Hessenliga on Wednesday evening (August 20th) were treated to. After a tumultuous period of emotions, the two teams ultimately played out a 3-3 draw.
The Young Lilies suffered their first setback in the 6th minute when Hummetroth took an early lead. But the response wasn’t long in coming: Darmstadt 98 responded with a powerful attack and created numerous opportunities. Their efforts were rewarded in the 26th minute – Kian Rebner scored a magnificent equaliser after a long ball from Markus Ballmert, making it 1-1. The game went into halftime with the score tied.
After the restart, the U21s initially struggled to find their footing. Nevertheless, they managed to turn the game around and take the lead: Smail Kadrijaj finished off an attack to put the Lilies 2-1 ahead (58th minute). But Hummetroth responded just ten minutes later, equalising the score at 2-2.
Just as everything pointed to a draw, a crazy period of stoppage time began: Max Pfister gave Darmstadt the lead with a deflected shot in the 94th minute. The winning goal? No, because Hummetroth immediately capitalised on a corner and levelled again in the 95th minute – 3-3, the final score.
With the point, the Junglilien remain in seventh place in the Hessenliga after the fourth matchday with seven points from four games. The Lilies‘ next game awaits on Saturday (August 23rd, 2pm), when they travel to 11th-placed FC Gießen.
Of course, taking the lead in the 94th minute and then conceding another goal doesn't feel good. Nevertheless, it has to be said that we played against a strong and previously unbeaten opponent. Therefore, this away draw should be considered a point for us.
Line-Up: Rohde – Kunstmann, Görtler, Pfister, Karakaya – Ballmert, Jaadar – Klappich (Schnerring, 88′), Rebner (Schlosser, 76′) – El Idrissi (Mignano, 76′), Kadrijaj
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: