21 January 2023 at 19:30

Referee: L. Cibelli

Match Summary

BSC Young Boys defeated Grasshoppers 2:1. The match was played in Super League 2022. Goals were scored by C. Fassnacht 38′, K. Imeri 78′, F. de Carvalho Ferreira 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Grasshoppers had 47% possession while BSC Young Boys held 53%. Grasshoppers had 7 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (7 on target) for BSC Young Boys. Grasshoppers made 5 substitutions, BSC Young Boys made 4. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Kastriot Imeri 90′).

Match Events

Key match events between Grasshoppers and BSC Young Boys — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Grasshoppers
BSC Young Boys
Kick Off
37′Fabian Lustenberger
Half Time
A. AbrashiT. Ndenge
60′
D. SchmidT. Hara
60′
P. PušićM. Shabani
61′
74′
F. UgrinicK. Imeri
74′
J. NsameM. Elia
C. HercJeong Sang-Bin
76′
78′
K. Imeri

assist: M. Elia

85′
C. NiasseS. Lauper
88′
F. LustenbergerA. Amenda
VAR
90+7′Card upgrade
B. BollaF. de Carvalho Ferreira
90+1′
F. de Carvalho Ferreira

assist: R. Dadaşov

90+4′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Grasshoppers had 47% possession against BSC Young Boys's 53%. Grasshoppers registered 7 shots (4 on target) while BSC Young Boys managed 13 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 2–7. Fouls committed: 13–12.

4Shots on Goal7
3Shots off Goal4
7Total Shots13
0Blocked Shots2
6Shots insidebox7
1Shots outsidebox6
13Fouls12
2Corner Kicks7
2Offsides5
47%Ball Possession53%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards1
5Goalkeeper Saves3
389Total passes426
289Passes accurate327
74%Passes %77%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Grasshoppers lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under G. Contini, while BSC Young Boys deployed a 4-4-2 under R. Wicky.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Grasshoppers is 6.70, compared to 6.84 for BSC Young Boys. 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. Grasshoppers's highest-rated starter is A. Abrashi (6.70), while BSC Young Boys's best-rated player is C. Fassnacht (7.00).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Grasshoppers have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. BSC Young Boys's starters account for 19 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by C. Fassnacht (15G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Grasshoppers deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against BSC Young Boys'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

Grasshoppers field 4 midfielders averaging 6.70, versus BSC Young Boys's 4 rated 6.88. 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

Grasshoppers start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for BSC Young Boys averaging 6.77. 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 70% for Grasshoppers and 79% for BSC Young Boys. 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

Grasshoppers's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for BSC Young Boys. 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 Grasshoppers's starting XI is 35.0 (youngest: A. Abrashi (35), oldest: A. Abrashi (35)), while BSC Young Boys average 27.0 (youngest: L. Blum (24), oldest: C. Fassnacht (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

Grasshoppers's starters average 7 league appearances each, versus 15 for BSC Young Boys. 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.

Grasshoppers3-4-2-14-4-2BSC Young Boys
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Moreira15Seko41Loosli14Ribeiro77Bolla6Abrashi40Kawabe31Schmid10Pušić28Herc27Dadaşov1Racioppi27Blum28Lustenb.5Zesiger21Garcia16Fassnac.20Niasse32Rieder7Ugrinic18Nsame77Monteiro

Substitutes

Coach: G. Contini

Substitutes

Coach: R. Wicky

GrasshoppersPosition StrengthBSC Young Boys
6.70
Avg Rating
6.84
6.70Midfielder (4 v 4)6.88
0G 0A15G 7A
Forward (3 v 2)6.77
0G 0A4G 3A
Grasshoppers3-4-2-1
1GoalkeeperAndré Moreira
15DefenderA. Seko
41DefenderN. Loosli
14DefenderTomás Ribeiro
77MidfielderB. Bolla
6MidfielderA. Abrashi6.7
40MidfielderH. Kawabe
31MidfielderD. Schmid
10ForwardP. Pušić
28ForwardC. Herc
27ForwardR. Dadaşov
BSC Young Boys4-4-2
1GoalkeeperA. Racioppi
27DefenderL. Blum
28DefenderF. Lustenberger
5DefenderC. Zesiger
21DefenderU. Garcia
16MidfielderC. Fassnacht7.015G7A
20MidfielderC. Niasse
32MidfielderF. Rieder
7MidfielderF. Ugrinic6.8
18ForwardJ. Nsame
77ForwardJoël Monteiro6.84G3A

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Grasshoppers have recorded 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 defeats. BSC Young Boys show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Grasshoppers

LWLLLL

BSC Young Boys

DDDWLW

Grasshoppers vs BSC Young Boys Head to Head Results

Grasshoppers and BSC Young Boys have met 3 times — Grasshoppers won 1, BSC Young Boys won 0, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Grasshoppers leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 16 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.33 per match (10 for the home side, 6 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Grasshoppers are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–6 in 2025.

1

Grasshoppers

2

Drawn

0

BSC Young Boys

Goals: 10Goals: 6

Recent Meetings (3)

7 Feb 2026Grasshoppers1 – 1BSC Young Boys
17 Dec 2025BSC Young Boys2 – 6Grasshoppers
30 Oct 2025Grasshoppers3 – 3BSC Young Boys
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026