Darmstadt 24-25 "Vote for Democracy" Special Kit Released
- Special Kit Release: SV Darmstadt 98 released a special jersey for their match against Schalke 04 to promote democratic participation in the upcoming German elections.
- Design and Messaging: The navy blue jersey features a geometric fade pattern and displays the message "DEMOKRATIE WÄHLEN!" (Vote for Democracy) and "Gegen Rassismus und Ausgrenzung" (Against Racism and Exclusion).
- Auction and Proceeds: The match-worn jerseys will be auctioned, with proceeds benefiting the club's educational program, "Bölle macht Bildung," which uses football to teach democratic values.
SV Darmstadt 98 has unveiled a special one-off jersey to be worn in its upcoming home match against Schalke 04, featuring a powerful message promoting democratic participation ahead of Germany's February 23 Bundestag elections.
Darmstadt 24-25 Special Kit
Check out Craft's Darmstadt 24-25 special football shirt below.
The Craft Darmstadt 98 2024-25 special jersey uses Craft's Premier Fade Jersey M template as its base, a standard teamwear option from the manufacturer's catalog.
The Craft Darmstadt 2024-25 special jersey has a navy blue base with a geometric fade pattern and displays the message "DEMOKRATIE WÄHLEN!" (Vote for Democracy) prominently on the chest, along with the subtitle "Gegen Rassismus und Ausgrenzung" (Against Racism and Exclusion). The club's traditional white lily crest appears alongside Craft's manufacturer logo in white.
This initiative aligns with the club's statutory commitment to serve as a connecting force between people of different nationalities, cultures, and religions. While maintaining political neutrality, the club has emphasized that values of democracy, tolerance, and respect are fundamental to both sport and society.
The match-worn jerseys will not be available for retail purchase but will instead be auctioned after the match. All proceeds will benefit the club's "Bölle macht Bildung" educational program, which uses football to teach democratic values to local school children.
Check out classic Darmstadt kits on Football Kit Archive
Made by Craft. What's your opinion on Darmstadt 98's special kit? Comment below.
