27 April 2024 at 18:30
Match Summary
FC Lugano defeated FC Sion 2:0. The match was played in Schweizer Cup 2023. Goals were scored by Y. Cimignani 45′, Ž. Celar 51′ (pen.). 4 yellow cards were shown. FC Sion made 3 substitutions, FC Lugano made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between FC Sion and FC Lugano — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Ž. Celar
Penalty
Lineups
FC Sion lined up in a — formation under D. Tholot, while FC Lugano deployed a — under M. Croci-Torti.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Sion is 6.71, compared to 6.78 for FC Lugano. 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 Sion's highest-rated starter is A. Kabacalman (7.00), while FC Lugano's best-rated player is R. Steffen (7.20).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC Sion have contributed 4 goals and 7 assists this season, led by A. Kabacalman (2G). FC Lugano's starters account for 14 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by R. Steffen (6G). 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 Sion field 11 midfielders averaging 6.71, versus FC Lugano's 11 rated 6.78. 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 61% for FC Sion and 81% for FC Lugano. 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 Sion's starters have collected 32 yellow cards this season, compared to 27 for FC Lugano. 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 Sion's starting XI is 26.7 (youngest: T. Berdayes (23), oldest: N. Lavanchy (32)), while FC Lugano average 27.9 (youngest: A. Hajdari (22), oldest: R. Steffen (34)). 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 Sion's starters average 31 league appearances each, versus 21 for FC Lugano. 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 Sion have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. FC Lugano show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
FC Sion
FC Lugano
FC Sion vs FC Lugano Head to Head Results
FC Sion and FC Lugano have met 35 times — FC Sion won 9, FC Lugano won 15, with 11 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. FC Lugano leads the head-to-head with 15 victories from 35 meetings. A combined 107 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.06 per match (49 for the home side, 58 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 23 matches (66%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 22 games (63%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2017.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (35)
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