The defeat against Dynamo Dresden is behind them. Matej Maglica is looking ahead to the next challenge with motivation. Furthermore, this coming Sunday marks the tenth anniversary of Johnny Heimes' death. In our "Lilies Across the Board" section, we provide you with the most important news from SV Darmstadt 98 every week.
The match against Dynamo Dresden is behind everyone at Darmstadt 98, so their focus is now on the future. „A win is the goal in every game,“ says Matej Maglica. Despite Patric Pfeiffer’s suspension, the centre-back expects a solid defence. If the attitude and style of play are right, any opponent can be beaten; that’s precisely his goal and that of the team: „To be there from the start“ to make their mark on the game. The home game against Holstein Kiel could be the starting point for „a new winning streak,“ Maglica adds.
On Sunday, March 8th, it will be exactly ten years since we had to say goodbye to Jonathan „Johnny“ Heimes. The inspiration you were to us then, you still are today. Your courage, fighting spirit, and willpower will forever be connected to us and remain with us. Your motto lives on. We are thinking of you, Johnny!
On Monday, SV 98 presented Maximilian Mehring as the new Sporting Director of their youth academy. Mehring had already been working at the Lilies‘ academy as an interim coach since July 2025. „I’m looking forward to this new challenge and am very grateful to the club for the trust they’ve placed in me. The club from southern Hesse has clear ideas and visions for the next steps in the development of their youth program,“ said the 39-year-old. „For me, it’s a great incentive to be able to play an even more active role in shaping this process in the future.“ You can find all the details here.
Starting Sunday, our second team will also be back in action, as the Kreisliga B resumes play after a long winter break. The Lilies will host SKG Gräfenhausen at 3 pm. Anticipation for league play is high, making it all the more painful for captain Julian Schreiber, who will have to watch from the sidelines due to injury. In general, several injuries plagued SV 98’s winter preparation, which also didn’t go as planned in terms of results. This makes the anticipation for the start of the competitive season in 2026 all the greater, as Schreiber explains: „The important thing is to get the points when it counts.“
As a newly promoted team, the Lilies‘ sole objective remains avoiding relegation, and a victory in Gräfenhausen would secure further crucial points in that endeavour.
The first sports camps organised by SV Darmstadt 98 were a resounding success. Now, children aged 6 to 14 can look forward to the Easter sports camps from April 7th to 10th. Each day will feature a different sport. Participants can discover their own strengths and enjoy a diverse and exciting week of activities together. You can find all the important information and registration details here.
On Sunday, the Lilies face a challenge in Baden: for the 8th matchday, SV Darmstadt 98 travel to take on Karlsruher SC. At the pre-match press conference, our head coach discussed the squad situation, the qualities of the opposition, and the team's motivation to get back to winning ways on the road.
On Sunday (October 18th), SV Darmstadt 98 will visit Karlsruher SC. KSC has a history that extends well beyond the confines of German football: the club from Baden once caused a stir on the European stage, writing a chapter that is still remembered today. But how did KSC manage to step into the international spotlight, and what made this success so special?
The next away match is coming up: this Sunday (October 18th, 1:30pm), the Lilien will visit Karlsruher SC for the 8th matchday of the 2. Bundesliga. As always, you can find all the essential information regarding travel and your visit to the stadium in the fan guidelines.
SV Darmstadt 98 invites all its members to come to the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor on November 1st, 2026, starting at 11:30am. Together, we aim to once again create the largest team photo in our club’s history—with the professional players in the front and the entire Lilies family behind them.
On Sunday (Oct 18th), SV Darmstadt 98 will visit Karlsruher SC. The side from Baden differs from the Lilies in several key respects. Furthermore, the match will see SV 98 cross paths with a former player once again. Find out here about other connections between the two clubs, as well as some particularly interesting statistics ahead of the encounter.
On Tuesday evening (October 13th), the SilberLilien took part in SV Darmstadt 98’s Stolperstein tour for the first time. Along the approximately six-kilometre route, the participants made several stops to learn more about the fates of Jewish club members who were persecuted and driven out during the Holocaust.
From new grassroots sports offerings and a look back at the club's history to birthdays and the latest updates from the media briefing—there is plenty to report from SV Darmstadt 98 again this week. In "Lilien Across the Board," we round up the news, insights, and stories from life at the club.
Tickets for the home match against 1. FC Heidenheim on November 22nd are available for purchase now.
SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team proved their mettle at home against KSV Hessen Kassel II in the Hessenliga on Sunday (Oct. 11th). After a convincing 90-minute performance, the Young Lilies secured another three points, finishing with a decisive 4–0 victory that lifts them to sixth place in the standings.
The Lilies overturned an early deficit to celebrate a 3–1 home victory against Energie Cottbus—a win that boosts confidence and confirms the progress being made. Read our analysis to find out why there is still work to be done and what positives SV 98 takes away from the match.
This season, too, Lilien fans will be doubly rewarded for every home goal scored by SV Darmstadt 98. In addition to the joy and excitement of the goals, the team's supporters will receive 98 litres of Krombacher Pils for every home goal scored by Darmstadt at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor.
After the international break, Darmstadt 98 returned to the Bölle with a home win! Against Energie Cottbus, SV Darmstadt 98 put on a spirited performance in front of their home crowd and rewarded themselves with three points after an intense match. We've compiled the post-match reactions for you here: