Karlsruher SC vs SV Darmstadt 98: match facts, form and head-to-head – 18 October 2026, 2. Bundesliga

Karlsruher SC host a struggling SV Darmstadt 98 in what promises to be a tight battle at the Wildparkstadion, with the home side sitting 14th on 5 points after one win, two draws and three defeats, scoring six and conceding twelve. Darmstadt, languishing in 18th place with just four points from one victory, one draw and four losses, have netted five while leaking 13, underscoring the defensive frailties both clubs share. The two clubs have met only sparingly this season, but the recent head‑to‑head record offers little comfort for either side, as both have struggled to find consistency. A win for Karlsruhe could lift them out of the lower mid‑table, while a point for Darmstadt might be enough to keep their survival hopes flickering.