Darmstadt remained unbeaten in their sixth home game of the second division season, but despite numerous scoring opportunities, they missed out on three points against an efficient Arminia Bielefeld side. The final score at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor was 2-2. How do the two head coaches assess the match? What do our defenders Fabian Holland and Sergio Lopez, as well as the two head coaches, have to say about the 90 minutes at the Bölle? We've compiled all the post-match reactions for you.
„The first half was extremely good in terms of performance. However, our game management was lacking. After halftime, there should have been no question about who would win this game. We had countless scoring opportunities. We should have been leading by at least two, or preferably three, goals at the break. The substitutions of Isac Lidberg and Luca Marseiler were planned. It was clear they couldn’t continue playing much longer. Fraser Hornby’s substitution, on the other hand, was unplanned. His substitution disrupted the balance in our game. We relinquished control of the game, but without conceding too much. We were capable of matching Bielefeld – the most energetic team in the league – in terms of running, even towards the end. We also had our moments and scoring chances that could have led to a victory. But we should have won the game in the first half.“
„We were very lucky in the first half. We could have been 2-0 or 3-0 down. Then, during the first half, we switched to a 4-2-3-1 formation, but that didn’t work any better. Darmstadt kept finding good solutions against it. We were just chasing the game and inviting them to create scoring opportunities. Then, in the second half, we tried man-marking in the attacking third. And from that point on, things improved, and I was very happy with my team. The first half wasn’t ours, but I’m very happy with the second. After the break, we delivered what we always deliver: high work rate and high intensity. Overall, I’m extremely proud today. It was impressive what the lads showed, especially in terms of running, after the 120 minutes in the cup on Wednesday. We can live with the point.“
„Considering our first half, we can’t be entirely satisfied with the point. While we were more efficient in the Schalke game, we squandered several chances today. We had better control in the first half. Towards the end, it became a rather chaotic game. That wasn’t exactly what we wanted. Both teams seemed unsure towards the end whether to settle for the point or go all out again. I believe both teams still wanted to win, though. Bielefeld is a team that runs for the full 90 minutes. You have to match that. You could tell it had been a tough week for them. But we still have the stamina to keep going for 90 minutes, even if we were a bit sloppy in some situations. Ultimately, we’re not entirely happy with the performance. Now it’s time for us to stay focused and keep working!“
„We had some good moments in the first half and enjoyed good possession. We created many chances that we could have converted into goals. However, we weren’t clinical enough. Overall, it was a good first half from us. It was certainly better than the second half, in which we really had to fight. Especially since we lost a bit of energy after 60 minutes and after such an intense week. Of course, it wasn’t easy without Isac and Fraser in the second half. Nevertheless, we have many players in the squad who are also capable of performing very well.“
Attention Lilien fans: During SV Darmstadt 98’s training camp in Bad Wörishofen (Allgäu region)—taking place from July 19th to July 26th, 2026—there will once again be an opportunity to meet the team, chat with the players, and, of course, get autographs and photos. The fan meet-up is scheduled for Saturday, July 25th, following the friendly match against SG Sonnenhof Großaspach. Kick-off for the match is at 12pm.
SV 98 remains active in the transfer market. The "Lilies" have signed Christopher Lannert from Arminia Bielefeld.
Friendly matches, fundraising campaigns, and plenty of photos—that’s what the week looked like for SV 98 and the club’s community. Between their 5–1 victory over FC Homburg and the upcoming friendly in Walldorf this Friday (July 17), the „Lilies“ showed their best side for the cameras. In addition, the SV 98 legends team will face an Odenwald select squad on Sunday (July 19th). You can also win great prizes in competitions taking place in Erbach and at the pop-up store in downtown Darmstadt. Lilies Across the Board brings you all the latest news from life at SV 98.
The Bundesliga finalised the match schedules for matchdays three through six on Wednesday (July 15th): Darmstadt's home game against Hannover 96 on matchday three will take place on Sunday. This will be followed by their away game against 1. FC Kaiserslautern on Saturday at 1pm. The home game against Arminia Bielefeld on Friday evening and the away game in Wolfsburg, also on Friday evening, have also been confirmed.
The Lilies can welcome another new arrival at the Böllenfalltor: Florian Kleinhansl will now wear the SV 98 jersey. The 25-year-old joins on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract with 1. FC Kaiserslautern on June 30th.
Third test, third clear victory. SV 98 won the match against FC 08 Homburg 5-1 (3-0).
SV Darmstadt 98 and the fusion energy company Focused Energy are entering into an official partnership. The aim of the collaboration is to more closely link top-level football and high technology from the Darmstadt region and to jointly generate momentum for innovation and future societal issues.
Killian Corredor will be playing in his home country again in the future. SV 98 has reached an agreement with FC Nantes on the transfer of the Frenchman.
On Tuesday (July 14, 6pm), SV Darmstadt 98 hosts Regionalliga side FC Homburg and asks fans to take note of the following information.
A home game against KSV! SV Darmstadt 98 hosts Holstein Kiel for the opening matchday of the 2. Bundesliga season this Saturday (August 8 at 1pm). Here’s how you can be there: the member pre-sale for the new season's first home game begins this coming Wednesday (July 15) at 12pm —available online and at the ticket shop at the Merck-Stadion, as usual. You can find all further details in this announcement.
For every home goal scored by the "Lilies," SV Darmstadt 98 fans were doubly rewarded during the recent 2025/26 second-division season. Beyond the joy and excitement, supporters received 98 litres of Krombacher Pils for every goal Darmstadt scored at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor.
In recent days, various media outlets have published reports and graphics regarding the distribution of TV revenue for the 2026/27 season. Some of these reports included not only specific figures but also a comparison to the previous season. This comparison indicates a supposed revenue increase of €1.4 million for SV 98 compared to the 2025/26 season.