15 May 2022 at 12:00
Match Summary
FC Lugano defeated FC ST. Gallen 4:1. The match was played in Schweizer Cup 2021. Goals were scored by Ž. Celar 4′, M. Maglica 21′, O. Custodio 44′, M. Bottani 58′, M. Haile-Selassie 69′. 3 yellow cards were shown. FC Lugano made 3 substitutions, FC ST. Gallen made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between FC Lugano and FC ST. Gallen — 5 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: R. Ziegler
assist: Víctor Ruiz
assist: N. Lavanchy
assist: Ž. Celar
Lineups
FC Lugano lined up in a — formation under M. Croci-Torti, while FC ST. Gallen deployed a — under P. Zeidler.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Lugano is 6.66, compared to 7.28 for FC ST. Gallen. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. FC Lugano's highest-rated starter is A. Saipi (6.83), while FC ST. Gallen's best-rated player is L. Görtler (7.33).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC Lugano have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. FC ST. Gallen's starters account for 7 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by L. Görtler (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
FC Lugano field 11 midfielders averaging 6.66, versus FC ST. Gallen's 11 rated 7.28. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 75% for FC Lugano and 82% for FC ST. Gallen. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
FC Lugano's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 for FC ST. Gallen. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of FC Lugano's starting XI is 29.5 (youngest: A. Saipi (25), oldest: M. Bottani (34)), while FC ST. Gallen average 30.7 (youngest: L. Watkowiak (29), oldest: Jordi Quintillà (32)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
FC Lugano's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 22 for FC ST. Gallen. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FC Lugano have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. FC ST. Gallen show 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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FC Lugano vs FC ST. Gallen Head to Head Results
FC Lugano and FC ST. Gallen have met 38 times — FC Lugano won 16, FC ST. Gallen won 13, with 9 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. FC Lugano leads the head-to-head with 16 victories from 38 meetings. A combined 104 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.74 per match (53 for the home side, 51 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 22 matches (58%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 18 games (47%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. FC ST. Gallen are currently unbeaten in the last 7 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2020.
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Recent Meetings (38)
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