16 October 2022 at 12:15

Match Summary

FC ST. Gallen and FC Lugano drew 1:1. The match was played in Super League 2022. Goals were scored by C. Akolo 9′, Ž. Celar 83′. 6 yellow cards were shown. FC ST. Gallen had 39% possession while FC Lugano held 61%. FC ST. Gallen had 17 shots (7 on target) compared to 15 (3 on target) for FC Lugano. FC ST. Gallen made 5 substitutions, FC Lugano made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between FC ST. Gallen and FC Lugano — 2 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

FC ST. Gallen
FC Lugano
Kick Off
C. Akolo

assist: D. Guindo

9′
Half Time
J. GuillemenotE. Latte Lath
46′
G. KarlenR. Schneider
46′
58′
B. BabicŽ. Celar
58′
U. BislimiM. Bottani
C. AkoloJ. von Moos
68′
69′
R. SteffenM. Amoura
69′
H. MahouM. Haile-Selassie
79′
A. ArigoniR. Macek
83′
Ž. Celar

assist: M. Haile-Selassie

P. SutterL. Stergiou
86′
I. SchmidtC. Witzig
86′
Full Time

Match Statistics

FC ST. Gallen had 39% possession against FC Lugano's 61%. FC ST. Gallen registered 17 shots (7 on target) while FC Lugano managed 15 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 4–7. Fouls committed: 9–16.

7Shots on Goal3
4Shots off Goal9
17Total Shots15
6Blocked Shots3
7Shots insidebox13
10Shots outsidebox2
9Fouls16
4Corner Kicks7
1Offsides3
39%Ball Possession61%
3Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves5
282Total passes435
199Passes accurate357
71%Passes %82%

Lineups

FC ST. Gallen lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under P. Zeidler, while FC Lugano deployed a 4-2-3-1 under M. Croci-Torti.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for FC ST. Gallen is 7.17, compared to 7.01 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 ST. Gallen's highest-rated starter is L. Ati-Zigi (7.42), while FC Lugano's best-rated player is A. Saipi (7.75).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of FC ST. Gallen have contributed 7 goals and 8 assists this season, led by L. Görtler (7G). FC Lugano's starters account for 13 goals and 10 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.

Defensive Solidity

FC ST. Gallen deploy 4 defenders rated 6.74 on average, against FC Lugano's 4-man backline averaging 6.83. 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 ST. Gallen field 4 midfielders averaging 7.27, versus FC Lugano's 5 rated 6.91. 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 ST. Gallen start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for FC Lugano 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 73% for FC ST. Gallen and 85% 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 ST. Gallen's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 19 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 ST. Gallen's starting XI is 30.5 (youngest: L. Ati-Zigi (29), oldest: Jordi Quintillà (32)), while FC Lugano average 27.3 (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 ST. Gallen's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 20 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.

FC ST. Gallen4-3-1-24-2-3-1FC Lugano
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Ati-Zigi30Sutter6Stillha.20Vallçi19Guindo16Görtler8Quintil.33Schmidt23Karlen9Guillem.77Akolo1Saipi34Arigoni15Mai5Hajdari17Valenzu.20Doumbia14Sabbati.22Steffen25Bislimi18Mahou27Babic

Substitutes

Coach: P. Zeidler

Substitutes

Coach: M. Croci-Torti

FC ST. GallenPosition StrengthFC Lugano
7.17
Avg Rating
7.01
7.42Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.75
0G 0A0G 0A
6.74Defender (4 v 4)6.83
0G 1A0G 1A
7.27Midfielder (4 v 5)6.91
7G 7A13G 9A
FC ST. Gallen4-3-1-2
1GoalkeeperL. Ati-Zigi7.4
30DefenderP. Sutter
6DefenderB. Stillhart
20DefenderA. Vallçi6.71A
19DefenderD. Guindo
16MidfielderL. Görtler7.37G7A
8MidfielderJordi Quintillà7.2
33MidfielderI. Schmidt
23MidfielderG. Karlen
9ForwardJ. Guillemenot
77ForwardC. Akolo
FC Lugano4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperA. Saipi7.8
34DefenderA. Arigoni
15DefenderL. Mai7.21A
5DefenderA. Hajdari6.5
17DefenderM. Valenzuela
20MidfielderO. Doumbia6.61G1A
14MidfielderJ. Sabbatini
22MidfielderR. Steffen7.16G3A
25MidfielderU. Bislimi7.15G3A
18MidfielderH. Mahou6.81G2A
27ForwardB. Babic

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, FC ST. Gallen have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats. FC Lugano show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

FC ST. Gallen

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FC Lugano

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FC ST. Gallen vs FC Lugano Head to Head Results

FC ST. Gallen and FC Lugano have met 3 times — FC ST. Gallen won 2, FC Lugano won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC ST. Gallen leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.33 per match (5 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 ST. Gallen are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2025.

2

FC ST. Gallen

1

Drawn

0

FC Lugano

Goals: 5Goals: 2

Recent Meetings (3)

17 Mar 2026FC ST. Gallen1 – 1FC Lugano
26 Nov 2025FC Lugano1 – 3FC ST. Gallen
13 Sept 2025FC ST. Gallen1 – 0FC Lugano
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026