2. Bundesliga
A look at the history
When you think of the duels between SV Darmstadt 98 and FC Schalke 04, memories of tradition and passionate matches immediately come to mind. Both clubs are among the defining names in German soccer and have delivered thrilling encounters over the decades. There have been a total of 22 encounters, in which Schalke have won 12 times and the Lilies have been successful 8 times. 2 games ended in a draw.
These matches were often fiercely contested and provided the fans with numerous emotional moments. The first meeting took place on October 21, 1978 in the Bundesliga and ended in a 2:1 away win for Schalke. Since then, the two clubs have crossed paths in the Bundesliga, Bundesliga 2 and the DFB Cup. The Lilies' highest victory is particularly memorable: a spectacular 5:3 in Bundesliga 2 in 2024. Schalke celebrated its clearest success with a 6:0 in 1984.
The last encounter
In the last meeting between SV Darmstadt 98 and FC Schalke 04 on October 29, 2025, the Lilies celebrated an impressive 4:0 home win in the DFB Cup. Darmstadt laid the foundations for their success in the first half: Hiroki Akiyama scored in the 23rd minute before Matej Maglica made it 2-0 just five minutes later. After the break, Fraser Hornby (48') and Bartosz Białek (60') ensured the final decision.
The game at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor was characterized by the dominance and enthusiasm of the hosts, who hardly allowed Schalke to develop. With this clear victory, Darmstadt moved into the round of 16 with confidence and made a strong statement, while Schalke experienced a bitter cup evening.
Further matches of SV Darmstadt 98 and the FC Schalke 04
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