In an intense 90 minutes between SV Darmstadt 98 and Fortuna Düsseldorf, the Lilies fought back to secure three points shortly before the final whistle. The early lead taken by the team from southern Hesse was quickly erased by the Rhinelanders. The match became increasingly wild and physical. The second half remained evenly contested, but in the end, SV 98 once again demonstrated their fighting spirit: Matej Maglica's late header sealed the three points. What do the players and the two head coaches have to say about this thrilling encounter? We've compiled all the post-match reactions.
„Fortuna played a very good away game. For me, it was a draw overall. Both teams had plenty of scoring opportunities and both conceded plenty of chances. Therefore, I’m pleased that we maintained our belief in victory until the very end. We played well offensively at home, scoring a superbly executed first goal. Defensively, however, it wasn’t a good home game for us. We lacked control and compactness. The game could easily have gone the other way, especially when Schuh failed to hold onto the ball against Itten. Overall, I commend my team for their focus and their mentality.“
„Congratulations to Darmstadt 98 and Flo on the win. It’s extremely bitter because we played a really good game. Nevertheless, we’re going home with zero points, which is very frustrating. If we had won here today, no one could have complained. We created many scoring opportunities and controlled the game well. It’s clear that you can’t completely shut down a team with their individual quality. We knew they were dangerous from set pieces. And that’s exactly how we conceded the goal shortly before the end. Overall, we deserved more than zero points today. Therefore, I’m going home with a very bad feeling.“
„It was an open, back-and-forth affair, the likes of which we haven’t seen in a long time. In the first half, we had good structure and organisation. In the second half, it became a wild, back-and-forth affair. We pursue a playful approach, and in this weather, that’s a bit more difficult. Düsseldorf also had a few chances, but for me, the little things in the game were much more important. For example, the mutual encouragement: that’s what has made us strong so far. I sensed a certain amount of dissatisfaction until we made it 2-1, but we were always present. We have the quality to score from small chances: the corner was perfect, the header was perfect. We’re very happy to take the win.“
„It was a very heated game. The play went back and forth a lot. We actually wanted to be dominant, but we didn’t quite manage that as well as we’d hoped. At the end of the day, though, we have to win games like this. We’re all happy with the three points. Scoring a goal at the last minute in your own stadium is an incredible feeling, it gives you goosebumps. I did score to make it 2-1, but I probably won’t be the top scorer this season (laughs). I just try to be dangerous in front of the opponent’s goal, and I’m happy that worked well today. I also have to give credit to our set-piece coach, Darius Scholtysik, who analyses things well and puts us in the right positions. That’s worked well a few times already this season.“
An emotional match with many controversial moments unfolded on Sunday afternoon at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. Ultimately, Darmstadt suffered their first home defeat of the young season. We've compiled the post-match reactions for you.
Tried everything, but to no avail: SV 98 came up short in their home game against Hannover 96. The final score was 1-0 (0-0) to the visitors, whilst the Lilies had to play with ten men after Vukotic was sent off in the 20th minute.
Home game against Hannover! On matchday 3, Darmstadt 98 will host the ambitious Lower Saxons at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. Florian Kohfeldt has made three changes to his starting lineup compared to the victory in Jena. Hiroki Akiyama replaces the suspended Kai Klefisch, while Nicolas Verkooijen (making his first start) and Yosuke Furukawa start in place of Carlo Sickinger and Manolo Merx.
Weekend, Lilies fever! On Sunday (August 30th/1:30pm), the Lilies have their third matchday on the schedule. Hannover 96, the club from the Lower Saxon capital, will be visiting the Bölle. What do the two head coaches have to say before kickoff? Who will be refereeing the match? And where can you watch the game? As usual, we've compiled all the important information about the match against Hannover in our "Matchday Guide"
One day before their home game against Hannover 96, Darmstadt 98 have announced another new signing. William Mikelbrencis will now wear the SV 98 jersey. The 22-year-old Frenchman was under contract with Hamburger SV until June 30th.
In the press conference before the second home game of the still young season, our head coach spoke about, among other things, our team's attacking play and the past week. As usual, you can find the most important statements before the match against Hannover 96 (August 30th/1:30pm) here for you.
A second-division team on the Berlin Mount Olympus: Hannover 96 achieved something unique in 1992. On May 23, the Lower Saxony club defeated Borussia Mönchengladbach in the DFB Cup final, securing another major title in the club's history 38 years after their German championship win in 1954. Hannover became the first and, to this day, only "true" second-division team to win the DFB Cup, causing one of the biggest upsets in the competition's history.
A special place of remembrance for one of the most famous Darmstadt fans. Before SV Darmstadt 98's home game against Hannover 96 on Sunday (August 30th), Jonathan Heimes Square at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor will be officially opened.
Darmstadt's league campaign resumes on Sunday (August 30th). Their opponent? Hannover 96! Hannover 96 have lost more often to Darmstadt than to any other team in the 2. Bundesliga. All the other facts and figures surrounding the match can be found here.
On Sunday (August 30, 2026, 1:30pm), SV 98 asks you to take note of the following information for the upcoming home game. Starting this season, we will be offering women's entrances at the west entrances. Additionally, there is a Bölle Bande family entrance with easier access at the Karl-Hess-Platz entrance.
In Wednesday's media briefing, Nicolas Verkooijen spoke about his Kickbase team, communication within the squad, and the intensive training in Germany. A former Darmstadt 98 player had the opportunity to compete against the best footballers, and we report on the historic stadium tour as part of the Bundesliga's founding anniversary celebrations. All the latest news from SV Darmstadt 98 can be found, as usual, in "Lilies Across the Board"
A journey to the roots of the Lilies: Where churches, residential buildings, or clubhouses stand today, Darmstadt football history was once written. To mark the Day of German Football History, 35 participants set out on a special tour of discovery aboard the professional team's bus—tracing the path from the early pitches of FK Olympia and SC Darmstadt to the club's current home at the Böllenfalltor.