18 February 2023 at 19:30

Referee: L. Cibelli

Match Summary

BSC Young Boys and FC Lugano drew 1:1. The match was played in Super League 2022. Goals were scored by M. Valenzuela 38′, J. Nsame 48′. 4 yellow cards were shown. BSC Young Boys had 50% possession while FC Lugano held 50%. BSC Young Boys had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 11 (3 on target) for FC Lugano. BSC Young Boys made 5 substitutions, FC Lugano made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between BSC Young Boys and FC Lugano — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

BSC Young Boys
FC Lugano
Kick Off
19′Jonathan Sabbatini
24′
H. MahmoudU. Bislimi
38′
M. Valenzuela

assist: R. Steffen

Half Time
J. Nsame

assist: D. Rrudhani

48′
F. RiederC. Niasse
63′
L. BenitoU. Garcia
70′
D. RrudhaniF. Ugrinic
70′
C. IttenJoël Monteiro
70′
70′
R. MacekH. Mahou
L. BlumQ. Maceiras
84′
84′
R. SteffenM. Amoura
84′
Ž. CelarB. Babic
Full Time

Match Statistics

BSC Young Boys had 50% possession against FC Lugano's 50%. BSC Young Boys registered 11 shots (4 on target) while FC Lugano managed 11 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 4–4. Fouls committed: 20–7.

4Shots on Goal3
5Shots off Goal8
11Total Shots11
2Blocked Shots0
6Shots insidebox9
5Shots outsidebox2
20Fouls7
4Corner Kicks4
4Offsides2
50%Ball Possession50%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves3
410Total passes420
317Passes accurate305
77%Passes %73%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

BSC Young Boys lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under R. Wicky, while FC Lugano deployed a 4-4-2 under M. Croci-Torti.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for BSC Young Boys is 6.96, compared to 7.02 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. BSC Young Boys's highest-rated starter is S. Lauper (7.05), while FC Lugano's best-rated player is A. Saipi (7.75).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of BSC Young Boys have contributed 19 goals and 10 assists this season, led by C. Fassnacht (15G). FC Lugano's starters account for 8 goals and 4 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

BSC Young Boys deploy 4 defenders rated 6.92 on average, against FC Lugano's 4-man backline averaging 6.59. 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

BSC Young Boys field 4 midfielders averaging 7.03, versus FC Lugano's 4 rated 6.63. 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

BSC Young Boys start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.85, compared to 2 for FC Lugano averaging 7.11. 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 83% for BSC Young Boys and 84% 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

BSC Young Boys's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 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 BSC Young Boys's starting XI is 29.4 (youngest: L. Blum (24), oldest: L. Benito (33)), while FC Lugano average 29.3 (youngest: A. Saipi (25), 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

BSC Young Boys's starters average 19 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.

BSC Young Boys4-3-1-24-4-2FC Lugano
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Racioppi27Blum28Lustenb.5Zesiger23Benito16Fassnac.30Lauper22Rrudhani32Rieder18Nsame11Itten1Saipi20Doumbia4Hajrizi30Daprelà23Valenzu.77Macek14Sabbati.29Mahmoud31Aliseda11Steffen9Celar

Substitutes

Coach: R. Wicky

Substitutes

Coach: M. Croci-Torti

BSC Young BoysPosition StrengthFC Lugano
6.96
Avg Rating
7.02
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.75
0G 0A0G 0A
6.92Defender (4 v 4)6.59
0G 1A1G 1A
7.03Midfielder (4 v 4)6.63
16G 9A1G 0A
6.85Forward (2 v 2)7.11
3G 0A6G 3A
BSC Young Boys4-3-1-2
1GoalkeeperA. Racioppi
27DefenderL. Blum
28DefenderF. Lustenberger
5DefenderC. Zesiger
23DefenderL. Benito6.91A
16MidfielderC. Fassnacht7.015G7A
30MidfielderS. Lauper7.01G2A
22MidfielderD. Rrudhani
32MidfielderF. Rieder
18ForwardJ. Nsame
11ForwardC. Itten6.83G
FC Lugano4-4-2
1GoalkeeperA. Saipi7.8
20DefenderO. Doumbia6.61G1A
4DefenderK. Hajrizi
30DefenderF. Daprelà
23DefenderM. Valenzuela
77MidfielderR. Macek
14MidfielderJ. Sabbatini
29MidfielderH. Mahmoud6.61G
31MidfielderI. Aliseda
11ForwardR. Steffen7.16G3A
9ForwardŽ. Celar

Recent Form

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

BSC Young Boys

DDDWLW

FC Lugano

WWDDLW

BSC Young Boys vs FC Lugano Head to Head Results

BSC Young Boys and FC Lugano have met 40 times — BSC Young Boys won 23, FC Lugano won 9, with 8 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. BSC Young Boys leads the head-to-head with 23 victories from 40 meetings. A combined 116 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.90 per match (75 for the home side, 41 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 21 matches (53%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 24 games (60%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2024.

23

BSC Young Boys

8

Drawn

9

FC Lugano

Goals: 75Goals: 41

Recent Meetings (40)

22 Mar 2026BSC Young Boys1 – 1FC Lugano
21 Dec 2025FC Lugano3 – 0BSC Young Boys
31 Aug 2025BSC Young Boys3 – 1FC Lugano
24 May 2025FC Lugano1 – 1BSC Young Boys
23 Feb 2025BSC Young Boys1 – 0FC Lugano
10 Nov 2024BSC Young Boys2 – 1FC Lugano
27 Oct 2024FC Lugano2 – 0BSC Young Boys
11 May 2024BSC Young Boys0 – 1FC Lugano
10 Feb 2024FC Lugano3 – 3BSC Young Boys
29 Oct 2023FC Lugano1 – 1BSC Young Boys
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026