Match Summary
FC Basel 1893 defeated Grasshoppers 5:1. The match was played in Super League 2022. Goals were scored by D. Ndoye 3′, A. Zeqiri 17′, G. Morandi 31′ (pen.), J. Augustin 59′, J. Augustin 68′ (pen.), W. Burger 72′. 7 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. FC Basel 1893 had 59% possession while Grasshoppers held 41%. FC Basel 1893 had 22 shots (12 on target) compared to 2 (1 on target) for Grasshoppers. FC Basel 1893 made 5 substitutions, Grasshoppers made 5. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Noah Loosli 82′).
Match Events
Key match events between FC Basel 1893 and Grasshoppers — 6 goals and 9 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Arnau Comas
Penalty
Penalty
assist: T. Xhaka
Match Statistics
FC Basel 1893 had 59% possession against Grasshoppers's 41%. FC Basel 1893 registered 22 shots (12 on target) while Grasshoppers managed 2 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 7–3. Fouls committed: 11–17.
Lineups
FC Basel 1893 lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under A. Frei, while Grasshoppers deployed a 4-3-3 under G. Contini.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Basel 1893 is 7.63, compared to 6.62 for Grasshoppers. 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 Basel 1893's highest-rated starter is M. Hitz (7.63), while Grasshoppers's best-rated player is A. Abrashi (6.62).
Defensive Solidity
FC Basel 1893 deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Grasshoppers's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
FC Basel 1893 field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Grasshoppers's 3 rated 6.62. 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.
Forward Threat
FC Basel 1893 start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Grasshoppers averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 82% for FC Basel 1893 and —% for Grasshoppers. 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 Basel 1893's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Grasshoppers. 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 Basel 1893's starting XI is 38.0 (youngest: M. Hitz (38), oldest: M. Hitz (38)), while Grasshoppers average 35.0 (youngest: A. Abrashi (35), oldest: A. Abrashi (35)). 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 Basel 1893's starters average 29 league appearances each, versus 6 for Grasshoppers. 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FC Basel 1893 have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. Grasshoppers show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
FC Basel 1893
Grasshoppers
Head to Head
FC Basel 1893 and Grasshoppers have met 3 times — FC Basel 1893 won 2, Grasshoppers won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Basel 1893 leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (4 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (33%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. FC Basel 1893 are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
2
FC Basel 1893
1
Drawn
0
Grasshoppers
Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026