VfB Lübeck expects a stormy DFB Cup duel against Darmstadt 98!

VfB Lübeck expects a stormy DFB Cup duel against Darmstadt 98!

Today things are getting serious for VfB Lübeck: In the DFB Cup they will face SV Darmstadt 98. This encounter is the third in history against a Hessian club, after the games against Kickers Offenbach in January 1967 and SV Wehen Taunusstein in August 1996. The anticipation is great, especially among the over 1,300 fans from Darmstadt who have traveled with them and who will support their team in the stadium. while the mood in Lübeck is rising.

SV Darmstadt 98 is starting the season optimistically. An impressive 4-1 win against VfL Bochum, in which Isac Lidberg netted three times, was followed by a narrow 1-0 win over 1. FC Nürnberg. Killian Corredor secured the win in stoppage time and thus consolidated the Lilies' position at the top of the 2nd Bundesliga table, where they are at the top together with Arminia Bielefeld.

Strong balance sheet and happy fans

Coach Florian Kohfeldt, who already has a name in German football, brings extensive experience with him: He achieved a lot in 142 competitive games at Werder Bremen. After he stabilized the Lilies last season after a bumpy start and secured their stay in the second division, he could now rely on the right strategy again to advance in the cup.

The stadium at Böllenfalltor, which opened in 1921, has space for 17,810 fans. In the last second division season, an average of 17,445 spectators saw the games, with the spectator capacity being regularly utilized: nine games were completely sold out.

A look at the history of VfB Stuttgart

Another much-discussed topic is the integration of the Hessian clubs with one of the most traditional teams in Germany – VfB Stuttgart. The club, founded in 1912 through the merger of Stuttgarter FV and FC Krone Cannstatt, has experienced many ups and downs throughout its history. Particularly noteworthy are the numerous Bundesliga and DFB Cup titles that the club was able to win. For example, VfB Stuttgart enjoyed new successes in the years 2006 to 2007.

In the current 2023/24 season, VfB managed to finish as Bundesliga runners-up and reach the quarter-finals of the DFB Cup. This put a stop to the previous 18-year dry spell when VfB Stuttgart won their last titles last year.

In summary: Both VfB Lübeck and SV Darmstadt 98 have some exciting football moments to offer. While the Lübeckers are on the way to proving themselves in an important cup game, the Hessians identify strongly with a successful start to the season. Both clubs are aware of their tradition and history and are ready to give their best performances on this special day.

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