SV Darmstadt 98 achieved an important 1-0 victory over SpVgg Greuther Fürth, thanks to Jean-Paul Boetius’s assist leading to Isac Lidberg’s backheel goal in the 79th minute. The win allowed Darmstadt to move up to 11th place, now eight points clear of relegation. Players and coaches expressed mixed feelings about the match quality, with Fürth’s coach acknowledging ongoing struggles. Darmstadt’s next match is against Hertha BSC, while Fürth will host 1. FC Köln.
SV Darmstadt 98 Secures Vital Win Against SpVgg Greuther Fürth
A spectacular assist from Jean-Paul Boetius propelled SV Darmstadt 98 to a crucial victory, helping them secure three vital points in their quest to avoid relegation in the 2nd Bundesliga. The match concluded with a score of 1-0 on Saturday, although it was generally viewed as a lackluster performance from both teams.
The decisive moment came in the 79th minute, when Boetius delivered a perfectly timed through ball to Isac Lidberg, who skillfully converted it with a backheel shot, clinching the winning goal for the hosts. In the final moments of the game, Darmstadt seemed more likely to add to their tally than Fürth was to find an equalizer. With this victory, Coach Florian Kohfeldt’s squad climbed past Fürth into 11th place, now holding an eight-point buffer from the relegation playoff zone.
Mixed Reactions from Players and Coaches
Following the match, goal scorer Boetius expressed optimism, stating, “We had a few chances. After I came on, we were the dominant team, which led to the assist for the goal.” He emphasized the importance of maintaining composure as they navigate the crucial stages of the season, adding, “We have fought hard in previous matches, and today we were finally rewarded.” Kohfeldt echoed this sentiment, highlighting his team’s increased activity in the second half as a key factor in their deserved win, noting, “This marks our third consecutive home victory and third clean sheet, which I find very encouraging.”
On the other side, Fürth’s coach Jan Siewert lamented the poor quality of play, describing it as a “typical bad game.” He acknowledged the ongoing struggle to stay above the relegation threat, stating, “This season is all about survival, and we are not out of the woods yet.” Spieler Luca Itter also reflected on the match’s lack of flow, calling it, “just a typical bad game that ends in a 1-0 loss.”
The first half, played under sunny skies at the Böllenfalltor stadium, failed to provide much excitement for the 16,000 spectators. The only notable moment was a non-punishable handball by Fürth’s Joshua Quarshie, which did not cause any issues for the officiating crew led by Lars Erbst, who was making his debut in the second division.
In the second half, both teams struggled to improve their performance, despite the unwavering support from the fans. Darmstadt’s Fraser Hornby faced several challenges and had to leave the pitch due to injury in the 62nd minute.
Before Lidberg’s breakthrough, he had already threatened the Fürth goal with a header, but his initial attempt was thwarted by Nahuel Noll, who made a reflex save. However, Lidberg’s persistence paid off, as he found the net shortly after, with Boetius having been introduced to the match just five minutes prior.
Despite making five substitutions late in the game, Fürth could not turn the tide in their favor, suffering the defeat.
Darmstadt’s next matchup will see them travel to Berlin to face Hertha BSC on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 8:30 PM, while Fürth will host 1. FC Köln on Friday evening at 6:30 PM.