Foto: Mara Wolf 23.03.2026 / English
U21: Young Lilies defeated shortly before the end
A close match ended in a late defeat for SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team. On Saturday (March 21st, 3:00pm), the young Lilies hosted SC Waldgirmes. The two teams are now separated by only one point in the league table, a situation reflected in the course of the game and the final score of 2-1.
In the end, it was a set piece.
Less than five minutes in, the visitors from Waldgirmes took the lead, putting Darmstadt behind 1-0 (4th minute). U21 coach Sebastian Schmitt explained to sv98.de that it was „a mistake in the build-up play“ by the young Darmstadt side that led to the goal. His players thus found themselves chasing a deficit early on. However, the young team showed resilience and fought their way back into the game. Their efforts were rewarded shortly before halftime: a long-range shot from Milian Herbst found the back of the net in the 45th minute. The score remained 1-1 at the start of the second half. „The team came out of the locker room with great energy,“ said Schmitt. After the restart, Darmstadt were immediately determined to turn the game around. They converted their fresh start into „two good chances,“ but couldn’t find the net. „As the game progressed, it became more balanced again,“ Schmitt reported. Seven minutes before the final whistle, the team from Waldgirmes launched another decisive attack, this time from a set piece, and Nico Goetz put them ahead 2-1 (83′). Just as they had after conceding the first goal, the young Lilies showed resilience and fought for a late equalizer. However, Schmitt’s team squandered one last golden opportunity, ultimately suffering a narrow defeat.
Following this defeat, SV 98’s U21 team sits in 14th place with 26 points, while SC Waldgirmes closes the gap to just one point with their victory. Everything is still possible in the fight to avoid relegation, and the team maintains a positive attitude, according to Schmitt: „The energy and commitment are there.“ While the evenly matched game featured many good plays, „a very young team sometimes lacks the necessary cutting edge,“ Schmitt explained.
Foto: Mara Wolf 
Foto: Mara Wolf 
Foto: Mara Wolf 
Foto: Mara Wolf 
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Foto: SV 98 
Foto: SV 98 
Foto: SV 98 Next stop: Weidenhausen
The young Lilies‘ next match is on Sunday (March 28th/3:00pm) away against SV Weidenhausen. A win against the seventeenth-placed team would bring home some crucial points. Therefore, the U21s will „give it their all against Weidenhausen,“ says Schmitt, who adds: „The team believes in themselves and the lads understand what the challenges are.“
Line-Up: Börner – Kunstmann (Merx, 46′), Karakaya (Görtler, 75′), Jaadar (Schnerring, 88′), Schlosser, Kadrijaj, Klappich, Meier (Smailji, 88′), Herbst, Arnold (Mignano, 63′), 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: