Away point in Münster. The Lilies added a crucial point to their tally after the 1-1 draw against SC Preußen Münster. The draw also ensured that SV Darmstadt 98 secured their place in the Bundesliga with three games remaining. How do the Darmstadt players assess this situation and the draw at the Preußenstadion? We've compiled all the comments from the game for you.
„My conclusion today is twofold: The first part about the game: We didn’t play well today – especially considering our structure, passing, and defensive play in the second half. Preußen played well today; we abandoned our structure. I didn’t like that. The halftime lead was fortunate, because it was our first truly dangerous shot. Despite our poor play, we still had our chances in the second half, including one or two controversial situations. Overall, the 1-1 draw is a fair result. The second part: We mathematically secured our safety today. I would like to commend the team and staff for that. We had a very, very difficult season with injuries in the winter, which continues to this day. The team deserves praise for staying up on matchday 31 under these circumstances. I wish Sascha and Preußen Münster all the best for their final games.“
„I saw a committed, passionate, and extremely motivated game from my team. We gave it our all. We were fully committed from the start and put the opponent under pressure. Our quality was also a factor in Darmstadt’s poor start today. The 1-0 goal was, of course, a blow. It felt like the opponent took the lead with their first attack. We built up pressure after the break and were rewarded with the goal. But then we simply lacked the lucky punch that I would have wished the team had after this game.“
„Some in the locker room are happy with the point, some aren’t. I think we can be satisfied with the point. On the journey home, everyone will certainly realise that we managed to avoid relegation. It was a tough job. And we fulfilled our duty. Today was a difficult game. We couldn’t get into our groove, and Münster blocked us well. That’s why I didn’t really think we deserved the lead at halftime. In the second half, it was a game with a lot of back-and-forth. Before the goal, we misplaced our pressing. And then I slipped, which was very frustrating because I would have gotten to the ball otherwise.“
„It was the tough game we expected. Everything was at stake for Münster, and that was clear from the start. We knew it wouldn’t be a pretty game, but a tough one. We tried to give it our all. We didn’t concede much in the first half and were fortunate enough to go into the break with a 1-0 lead. When I scored, I saw a gap and put the ball on my supposedly weaker left foot to get a better angle – and then curled it into the corner. We wanted to take the three points. That also applies to the next games. But with the 1-1 draw, we’ve secured our place in the league and can plan for next season.“
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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".
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.
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.
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.
In a rescheduled Lotto Hessenliga match, SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team hosted SV Hummetroth at their youth academy on Wednesday evening (April 29th) but unfortunately came away empty-handed. Despite a spirited performance and playing with one man less, the score after 90 minutes was 3-1 in favour of Hummetroth.