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Unbeaten Series Ends
For the first time since September, SV 98 ended a league game without points: The Lilies lost 2-1 (0-0) to SSV Jahn Regensburg.
The initial phase of the game at SSV Regensburg started quickly with action on both sides. Both teams got closer to the goal with shots, but they were hardly dangerous at first.
After 20 minutes it became really dangerous for the first time: Fraser Hornby teed up Luca Marseiler and his shot just missed the far post. Four minutes later, Breunig tried from a distance, but the deflected attempt flew over the box.
As the playing time progressed, the Lilies gained slight advantages up the field, but rarely managed to create opportunities from these. In the 34th minute, Hornby had an effort following a fine combination, but the keeper directed the Scot’s attempt over the crossbar.
Things hardly changed in the last few minutes before half-time, the Darmstadt team had difficulty finding a way through against strong Regensburg players and so they went into the break without any goals.
After the break, it only took a minute for the first good finish: after a corner, Clemens Riedel went up to head the ball and put the ball just over the crossbar. But Marcel Schuhen also had to intervene for the first time and parried a long-range shot from Huth in the 52nd minute. Overall, the home team developed a phase of pressure and took the lead after 65 minutes: Pröger scored with the help of the inside post to make it 1-0.
The 98ers tried to respond quickly, but rarely found space on the offensive. After 72 minutes, the Lilies had a bit of luck a seemingly harmless effort bobbled past Schuhen and struck the post before being cleared by Riedel.
Five minutes before the end, Hornby had the chance to equalise after a corner, but his header only landed in the arms of the keeper. Instead of the equaliser it was 2-0 a little later – Ganaus increased for the hosts as his effort bobbled up and over Schuhen in the first minute of added time.
But even after that, the Lilies didn’t give up and came close two minutes later: After a cross, Fynn Lakenmacher set up Kai Klefisch rifled home in the 3rd minute of added time. In the remaining minutes, one ball after the other flew into the Regensburg penalty area, but there was no further goal for the South Hesse team, so the SVD had to narrowly admit defeat in the end.
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Lack of context
More than 30,000 fans packed the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion, creating an impressive atmosphere under the floodlights – pure football romance. The setting for Darmstadt's away match against Dynamo Dresden was truly special. Two teams with a playful and attacking approach faced off. For 42 minutes, these ingredients combined to create an entertaining, tactically sophisticated, and intense duel. Until a referee's decision decisively influenced the outcome. We look back on an emotional evening in Dresden.
„The referee decided the game today.“
After 13 unbeaten second-division matches, SV Darmstadt 98 suffered their first defeat this Friday evening. Three unfortunate minutes just before halftime, during which Patric Pfeiffer was sent off and Vincent Vermeij scored twice, paved the way for Dresden's victory. After the match, the focus was primarily on the differing assessments of two very similar incidents by the refereeing team – incidents which both coaches subsequently evaluated identically.
Undefeated streak ends
For the first time since October, Darmstadt 98 finished a league match without any points: SV 98 lost 3-1 (2-0) to SG Dynamo Dresden. After a controversial red card against Patric Pfeiffer (42nd minute), the home side scored two goals in first-half stoppage time to secure the victory.
Team News: Three Changes to the Team
Under the floodlights at the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadium. On Friday evening (February 27th/6:30pm), Darmstadt 98 will play away against Dynamo Dresden. Florian Kohfeldt has made three changes to his starting eleven. Raoul Petretta makes his first start, replacing Fabian Holland. Luca Marseiler starts in place of the suspended Marco Richter, and Hiroki Akiyama replaces Fraser Hornby, who is sidelined with a thigh injury. Fabian Nürnberger, Matthias Bader, and Bartosz Bialek remain unavailable due to injury.
Matchday Guide: All Information for the Dresden Game
A floodlit match at the Rudolf-Haribig-Stadion is always something special. Darmstadt 98 are aiming to take three points back to southern Hesse this Friday evening (February 27th). Kick-off is at 6:30pm. All the important information about the 24th matchday of the 2. Bundesliga is clearly summarised for you in our "Matchday Guide".
Facts & Stats: The top facts about the Dresden game
Darmstadt 98 aim to extend their unbeaten run to 14 games in Friday evening's match against Dynamo Dresden. While Darmstadt's potent attack has resulted in a respectable goal tally, they are wary at the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion. The Saxons have been on an upward trend since the winter break and will have a vociferous home crowd behind them. We've compiled all the facts and figures surrounding this clash in this report. Here you'll find the key facts for tomorrow's match.
Fan Information for the Dresden Game
Darmstadt and Dresden are 598 kilometres apart. On Friday evening (February 27th, 6:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98 will travel to the Saxon capital for the 24th matchday of the 2nd Bundesliga. The next away game will take place under the floodlights at the historic Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion. You can find all relevant fan information here.
„Pure football romance“
Before SV Darmstadt 98 plays under floodlights in Dresden on Friday evening (27.02/18.30), Florian Kohfeldt spoke at the press conference about the strengths of Dynamo Dresden and the special atmosphere in the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion.
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Raoul Petretta joined SV Darmstadt 98 in the winter and already feels very much at home. He talks about his arrival and his goals. Besides their sporting focus, the Lilies are also committed to sustainability: On March 15, 2026, over 3,500 trees will be planted as part of the fifth "In the Sign of the Lily" tree-planting campaign. In our "Lilies Across the Board" section, we provide you with the most important news from SV Darmstadt 98 every week.
Opposition Check: SG Dynamo Dresden
Numerous Dynamo Dresden fans flock to the stadium on home match days. But one day, they came for a single reason: What should their stadium be called in the future? Tens of thousands of supporters gathered in front of the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion, ready to cast their votes. In cooperation with regional partners, Dynamo Dresden's management took the unusual step of letting the club's supporters decide for themselves.
5th Tree Planting Campaign: Register now!
WirLilien – Together for nature conservation! Together with our partner Krombacher, we will once again plant more than 3,500 trees on Sunday (March 15th) – under the banner of the Lily. You can still register for the event at short notice.
U21: With renewed energy into the rest of the season
On Friday (February 27th, 7:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team begins the second phase of their Hessenliga season. With 23 points after 20 matchdays, the Lilies are currently in 14th place. Following intensive weeks of winter training, the team aims to start the upcoming challenges with renewed energy and secure crucial points.