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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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Season tickets for the 2026/27 season: All information is available here!
SV Darmstadt 98 informed all season ticket holders about the season ticket procedure for the 2026/27 season on Wednesday (May 6th) and would also like to share this letter on the club's own website.
Merck Autograph Session: With Pfeiffer, Klefisch and Lakenmacher
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.
Disappointment & pride
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.
Merx hat trick: U21 deservedly wins at Hünfelder SV
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.
HBRS and SV 98: Cooperation extended indefinitely
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.
„We must take the lead in the first half.“
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.
Lilies lose in Karlsruhe
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.
Team News: Five Changes in the Team
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.
Matchday Guide: All Information before KSC Game
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".
Paul Fernie extends his contract long-term and moves up to a management position.
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.
„You’ve seen horses vomit before.“
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.
Opposition Check: Karlsruher SC
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.