Darmstadt - St. Pauli

Darmstadt return to the Merck-Stadion am Boellenfalltor looking to steady their season after a difficult result last weekend. This matchday 9 fixture sees them host St. Pauli on 23 October 2026, with the home side eager to rediscover the form that saw them secure a 3-1 victory over Energie Cottbus earlier this month. The expected XI for Darmstadt features Milan Smit and Ho-Jae Lee leading the line, though they will have to navigate this challenge without the injured Carlo Sickinger.

St. Pauli arrive in better form, having remained unbeaten in their last five league outings, including a solid 2-0 win against Karlsruher SC. They will be without the injured Marcus Mathisen as they look to build on their recent draw against Hannover 96. Historically, this remains a competitive rivalry, with St. Pauli having claimed a 3-0 victory at this venue back in May 2023.