Saturday (March 8) marks the ninth anniversary of the death of Jonathan "Johnny" Heimes. But his legacy and courage live on. We also report on the successful eFootballers of SV Darmstadt 98 and the international flair in the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. You can read about these and other topics in our weekly column "Lilies Across the Board".
„You have to fight!“ A sentence coined by Jonathan „Johnny“ Heimes, which will continue to give the Lilies strength and courage today and in the future. Heimes was diagnosed with cancer for the first time at the age of 14, and the Darmstadt native died on March 8, 2016 at the age of 26 after years of battling the disease. But despite his illness, Johnny always kept his courage and gave hope and courage to many other sufferers with his motto. His initiative DUMUSSTKÄMPFEN! lives on this day and supports children with cancer and their families. His motto is also firmly anchored at SV 98. His bracelets still dangle around numerous wrists around the Bäöllenfalltor. We admire you for your fighting spirit and remain in silent remembrance of you and your achievements. We miss you, Johnny!
Last Wednesday (26.02) there was a double match day for the eFootballers of SV Darmstadt 98. In the first match, the eLilien met SpVgg Greuther Fürth. At first Kaan and Nassim lost the doubles quite clearly. In the following singles, however, Nassim and Doki managed to turn things around again and won their games 6:3 and 5:3. Things got clearer for the eLilien in the next duel with SSV Ulm. This time Nassim and Kaan were able to shine in a two-on-two match – and how. The Darmstadt team won 11:1 against the Spatzen. Finally, Nassim put the finishing touches to the game with a 9:1 win, thus securing their second overall victory of the day. Now the South Hesse team will face Karlsruher SC on the 16th match day of the Virtual Bundesliga this Thursday (06.03/6pm). For the eLilien, it is all about getting the best possible position for the playoffs in Düsseldorf.
International flair in the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor! The home ground of SV Darmstadt 98 will be the venue for an international match of the German U21 national team in March. The DFB juniors will play against Spain on Tuesday (25.03/8.30pm). The duel will serve as a tough test with a view to the U21 European Championship, which will be held in Slovakia in the summer. This is how you can be there at the international match at Bölle: Standing places are available from 9 euros (reduced 7 euros), seats cost 15 or 20 euros (reduced 10 or 15 euros). Group tickets for ten or more people in the standing area are available for just 6 euros per person. Tickets can only be purchased via the Ticketportal or the DFB Tickethotline (069 90 28 38 38).
The U19s of SV Darmstadt 98 suffered defeat for the first time in the main round of the DFB youth league. The young Lilies lost narrowly 1-0 at home against SSV Reutlingen 1905 last Saturday (March 1st). This means that SV 98 has dropped to fourth place in its group. The A-youths now have a busy week ahead of them: on Wednesday (March 5th/7pm) the boys will travel to SpVgg Neu-Isenburg, before facing current league leaders SC Freiburg on Saturday afternoon (March 8th/2pm). For the U17s, however, last week was rather quiet, as the test match against SpVgg Greuther Fürth was cancelled. For the young Lilies, things are back in full swing on Wednesday (March 5th/7.30pm). They are aiming to secure a place in the round of 16 in the Hessen Cup away at VfB Ginsheim.
The last test has been completed. The „second second team“ had to admit defeat to TGB Darmstadt in the dress rehearsal before the start of the second half of the season with a score of 3-2. In the first 45 minutes, the SV 98 fan team managed to go into halftime with a 1-1 draw against the B-league team. However, the Lilies then had to accept two more goals before they themselves scored the 3-2 goal in the 86th minute. Things will get really serious again on Sunday (09.03). At 3pm, SV Darmstadt III will play away at TuS Griesheim and will be looking to score their first three points after the winter break. The Lilies fan team won the first leg 5:2. Things should go just as well this weekend.
You can find an overview of all upcoming games of the Lilien fan team here:
| Date | Kick Off | Match | Opposition | Result |
| Sunday, 02.02.2025 | 12.30pm | SG Arheilgen II – SV 98 | Friendly | 1:2 |
| Sunday, 09.02.2025 | 12pm | SV 98 – SC 1910 Käfertal 2 | Friendly | 5:8 |
| Sunday, 16.02.2025 | 4pm | SV 98 – TSV Bullau | Friendly | 13:4 |
| Saturday, 22.02.2025 | 3pm | SV 98 – SV St. Stephan Griesheim | Friendly | 4:4 |
| Saturday, 01.03.2025 | 1pm | TGB Darmstadt – SV 98 | Friendly | 3:2 |
| Sunday, 09.03.2025 | 3pm | TUS Griesheim – SV 98 | Kreisliga C | |
| Sunday, 16.03.2025 | 1pm | FC Ober-Ramstadt II – SV 98 | Kreisliga C | |
| Sunday, 23.03.2025 | 3pm | SV 98 – SV Weiterstadt II | Kreisliga C |
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:
Despite falling behind, Darmstadt secured their second consecutive home win! Darmstadt defeated Energie Cottbus 3-1 (1-1). The home side equalised after conceding an early goal in the four-minute period through Weißhaupt before halftime. Vukotic headed his team into the lead in the second half, before Lührs sealed the victory with the third goal. This home win brings Darmstadt's season total to seven points.
Homegame at Böllenfalltor (10/10, 1pm): Florian Kohfeldt has made two changes to his starting XI compared to the away match in Wolfsburg three weeks ago. Richter and Mikelbrencis come into the starting lineup for Sickinger (calf issues) and Lannert (illness).
On Saturday afternoon (October 10th, 1pm), SV 98 hosts Energie Cottbus at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor for Matchday 7. What do the two head coaches have to say ahead of kick-off? Who is officiating the match, and where can you follow the action live? As always, we have compiled all the key information regarding the game against Cottbus in our "Matchday Guide" feature.