Darmstadt 98 lost 0-2 to SC Paderborn on the final matchday of the 2. Bundesliga season. This defeat reflects the entire season of the Lilies, who, despite having the quality and potential for a top position, ultimately finished in fifth place. Coach Florian Kohfeldt and sporting director Paul Fernie agreed that more could have been achieved, especially after a series of nine games without a win. The Lilies had a chance for promotion, but the last weeks were marked by injury woes and poor performances. An analysis of the reasons for this setback is now essential. Kohfeldt explained that the lack of consistency in the squad and frequent positional changes were a disadvantage. Despite the loss to Paderborn, the Lilies displayed attractive attacking football and dominated the shot statistics with 21:7. This performance gives hope that Darmstadt 98 can challenge again in the upcoming season.