15 October 2022 at 16:00

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Full Time

Match Summary

FC Sion defeated FC Luzern 2:0. The match was played in Super League 2022. Goals were scored by M. Balotelli 33′, M. Araz 83′. 3 yellow cards were shown. FC Sion had 47% possession while FC Luzern held 53%. FC Sion had 7 shots (2 on target) compared to 14 (4 on target) for FC Luzern. FC Sion made 5 substitutions, FC Luzern made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Dejan Sorgić 72′).

Match Events

Key match events between FC Sion and FC Luzern — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

FC Sion
FC Luzern
Kick Off
M. Balotelli

assist: L. Zuffi

33′
42′
J. KadákD. Sorgić
Half Time
F. MoubandjeD. Poha
57′
Mario Balotelli64′
66′
Asumah AbubakarJ. Ardaiz
66′
P. DornP. Schürpf
VAR
72′Goal cancelled
F. StojilkovićI. Chouaref
73′
M. BalotelliK. Halabaku
74′
G. SioItaitinga
74′
80′
N. BelokoS. Campo
80′
S. ChaderT. Klidjé
M. Araz

assist: K. Halabaku

83′
L. ZuffiD. Iapichino
90+6′
Full Time

Match Statistics

FC Sion had 47% possession against FC Luzern's 53%. FC Sion registered 7 shots (2 on target) while FC Luzern managed 14 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 3–2. Fouls committed: 15–9.

2Shots on Goal4
3Shots off Goal8
7Total Shots14
2Blocked Shots2
4Shots insidebox9
3Shots outsidebox5
15Fouls9
3Corner Kicks2
1Offsides3
47%Ball Possession53%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves0
377Total passes421
286Passes accurate345
76%Passes %82%

Lineups

FC Sion lined up in a 3-1-4-2 formation under P. Tramezzani, while FC Luzern deployed a 4-3-1-2 under M. Frick.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for FC Sion is 7.07, compared to 6.78 for FC Luzern. 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 Baltazar Costa (7.07), while FC Luzern's best-rated player is P. Dorn (6.78).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of FC Sion have contributed 1 goals and 2 assists this season, led by Baltazar Costa (1G). FC Luzern's starters account for 3 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by P. Dorn (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

FC Sion deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against FC Luzern'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 Sion field 5 midfielders averaging 7.07, versus FC Luzern's 4 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.

Forward Threat

FC Sion start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for FC Luzern 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 79% for FC Sion and 72% for FC Luzern. 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 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for FC Luzern. 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 25.0 (youngest: N. Saintini (25), oldest: N. Saintini (25)), while FC Luzern average 27.0 (youngest: J. Kadák (25), oldest: P. Dorn (29)). 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 30 league appearances each, versus 13 for FC Luzern. 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.

FC Sion3-1-4-24-3-1-2FC Luzern
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Lindner2Schmied39Saintini90Mouband.14Grgić13Sio20Araz7Zuffi8Costa45Balotel.17Stojilk.1Müller2Dräger5Simani46Burch13Frýdek18Beloko6Jashari20Dorn16Kadák69Chader21Abubakar

Substitutes

Coach: P. Tramezzani

Substitutes

Coach: M. Frick

FC SionPosition StrengthFC Luzern
7.07
Avg Rating
6.78
7.07Midfielder (5 v 4)6.78
1G 2A3G 3A
FC Sion3-1-4-2
1GoalkeeperH. Lindner
2DefenderJ. Schmied
39DefenderN. Saintini
90DefenderF. Moubandje
14MidfielderA. Grgić
13MidfielderG. Sio
20MidfielderM. Araz
7MidfielderL. Zuffi
8MidfielderBaltazar Costa7.11G2A
45ForwardM. Balotelli
17ForwardF. Stojilković
FC Luzern4-3-1-2
1GoalkeeperM. Müller
2DefenderM. Dräger
5DefenderD. Simani
46DefenderM. Burch
13DefenderM. Frýdek
18MidfielderN. Beloko
6MidfielderA. Jashari
20MidfielderP. Dorn6.83G3A
16MidfielderJ. Kadák
69ForwardS. Chader
21ForwardAsumah Abubakar

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, FC Sion have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. FC Luzern show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

FC Sion

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FC Luzern

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FC Sion vs FC Luzern Head to Head Results

FC Sion and FC Luzern have met 34 times — FC Sion won 10, FC Luzern won 13, with 11 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. FC Luzern leads the head-to-head with 13 victories from 34 meetings. A combined 93 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.74 per match (45 for the home side, 48 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 24 matches (71%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 18 games (53%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. FC Sion are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2025.

10

FC Sion

11

Drawn

13

FC Luzern

Goals: 45Goals: 48

Recent Meetings (34)

7 Feb 2026FC Sion0 – 0FC Luzern
24 Jan 2026FC Sion1 – 1FC Luzern
4 Oct 2025FC Luzern3 – 3FC Sion
23 Feb 2025FC Luzern2 – 1FC Sion
10 Nov 2024FC Sion4 – 2FC Luzern
3 Aug 2024FC Luzern1 – 0FC Sion
22 Mar 2024FC Luzern2 – 1FC Sion
25 May 2023FC Sion1 – 2FC Luzern
2 Apr 2023FC Luzern1 – 2FC Sion
27 Aug 2022FC Luzern2 – 0FC Sion
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026