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United in style and history – the new home jersey of SV 98
United in style and history – this is the motto under which SV Darmstadt 98 has released its new home jersey for the 2025/26 season. The classic Lily blue jersey is a blend of tradition, culture, and art.
The new kit is characterised by various art-historical elements from the Art Nouveau and Gothic periods. A lot of history resonates, as Darmstadt developed into a centre of Art Nouveau in Germany at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Gothic architecture also has a firm place in Darmstadt’s cityscape, for example in the form of the so-called „Foundation Church“ on Schlossgartenplatz. Characteristics of these trends run throughout the jersey, which was produced by SV 98 together with supplier CRAFT: For example, the finely embossed pattern, which subtly extends across the entire front and back of the jersey in an ornamental look. It combines stylized elements that symbolically showcase both the city of Darmstadt and SV 98. The striking Wedding Tower and the characteristic window of the „Foundation Church“ from the city’s architecture are reflected. The club itself is represented by the iconic fleur-de-lis and the crests of its two predecessor clubs, FK Olympia and Darmstädter SC 1905.
The collar and cuffs feature a blue and white striped pattern. A white embroidered fleur-de-lis is emblazoned on the chest. The back features the „Darmstadt“ lettering in a characteristic Art Nouveau typography. Above it is a stylized church window with the club’s abbreviation „svd98.“
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Foto: SV 98 
Foto: SV 98 
Foto: SV 98 
Foto: SV 98 
Foto: SV 98 The look is rounded out by main partner HAIX and sleeve partner Suzuki, who depicted their logo in negative form or omitted other colours from their logo. This ensures that the home jersey is exclusively blue and white.
The jersey is available now online and on the day of the sale as part of a scavenger hunt from 3pm to 7 pm throughout Darmstadt. The GPS signal will be published on the SV 98 website. The first ten Lilien fans to discover the mobile sales and say the code word „Jugendstil“ will receive a free jersey.
Starting Wednesday, the home jersey, which is available for €84.98 (adults) and €59.98 (children), can also be purchased regularly in the two fan shops at Friedensplatz and at the stadium. All buyers who purchase the new adult version of the home jersey by July 22nd will have the opportunity to purchase the kids‘ jersey at half price.
The jersey will make its debut on Wednesday evening (July 9th) at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor: At 6:30pm, the Lilies will face the storied English club Notts County in a friendly match.
„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.
“Now I’m happy in Darmstadt!” | Lilies launch their 5th tree planting campaign
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.
Analysis of the home victory: The resistance fighters from Bölle
A fast-paced, thrilling exchange between SV Darmstadt 98 and Fortuna Düsseldorf reached its ecstatic climax in the 88th minute. Thanks to Matej Maglica's header, Darmstadt secured a 2-1 victory in a wild battle that resembled a 12-round boxing match, with both sides neglecting their defences and constantly searching for the next hook or punch. A day later, sv98.de looks back on what was probably the most exciting home game of the season so far for the South Hessian side.