The SV Darmstadt 98 U21 team suffered an unlucky 4-3 defeat in a highly intense and emotional South Hesse derby against SV Rot-Weiß Walldorf. In a fast-paced, hard-fought, and exciting match, the "Young Lilies" conceded the decisive goal in the 89th minute – a bitter end to a spirited performance.
The match started disjointedly, and Darmstadt fell behind in the 17th minute. However, after conceding the early goal, the Lilies gradually found their rhythm. Bastian Görtler headed in a precise free-kick cross to equalise at 1-1, ten minutes before the interval. Just three minutes later, the game became chaotic: Mika Schlosser was fouled in the penalty area by Jakob Voett – the referee awarded a penalty. Despite the hosts‘ vociferous protests, Smail Kadrijaj kept his composure and confidently converted to give Darmstadt a 2-1 lead in the 38th minute.
After the break, an open, back-and-forth affair ensued. Now it was the hosts who fought their way back into the game. Following a corner, Walldorf equalised through Redl to make it 2-2 (57′). Goals followed in quick succession: A free kick from Doganay initially put RW in the lead (63′), but the young Lilies once again demonstrated their resilience: After a swift counter-attack, substitute Milian Herbst slotted the ball home to level the score at 3-3 (65′).
In the closing stages, coach Daniel Petrowsky’s team withstood the increasingly dominant Walldorf attack. It seemed as though Darmstadt would be rewarded with a point for their spirited performance. However, shortly before the end of regulation time, Enders scored the winning goal for Walldorf from close range, making it 4-3 (89′).
Petrowsky was understandably disappointed after the game: „It’s really bitter to concede the 4-3 goal in the 89th minute and then go home with nothing.“
Despite the defeat, the U21 team put up a good fight in the South Hesse derby and are now focusing on their next away game. In their next match, the 12th-placed SVD will face league leaders Eintracht Frankfurt. Kick-off is at 2pm on the grass pitch at Am Bürgeracker 24, 63303 Dreieich.
As a young team, we lack those few percent in crucial situations, and we need to learn from these situations.
Line-Up: Börner, Kunstmann (Maier, 47), Görtler, Karakaya, Alagi (Jaadar, 67′), Ballmert, Klappich, Rebner, Zaatan (Herbst, 64′), Schlosser (Mignano, 82′), 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: