26 February 2023 at 15:30

Match Summary

FC Lugano and FC Basel 1893 drew 2:2. The match was played in Super League 2022. Goals were scored by Ž. Celar 33′, I. Aliseda 38′, D. Males 74′, M. Lang 83′. 7 yellow cards were shown. FC Lugano had 41% possession while FC Basel 1893 held 59%. FC Lugano had 12 shots (4 on target) compared to 14 (6 on target) for FC Basel 1893. FC Lugano made 4 substitutions, FC Basel 1893 made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between FC Lugano and FC Basel 1893 — 4 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.

FC Lugano
FC Basel 1893
Kick Off
4′Hugo Vogel
31′Taulant Xhaka
Ž. Celar

assist: R. Macek

33′
I. Aliseda

assist: R. Macek

38′
Half Time
Ž. CelarB. Babic
46′
46′
A. DioufR. Calafiori
46′
H. VogelM. Lang
69′
B. FinkA. Zeqiri
69′
Z. AmdouniHugo Novoa
69′
D. NdoyeA. Kade
I. AlisedaM. Bottani
70′
74′
D. Males

assist: Hugo Novoa

83′
M. Lang

assist: D. Males

U. BislimiL. Mai
84′
R. MacekJ. Espinoza
84′
90+3′Michael Lang
Full Time

Match Statistics

FC Lugano had 41% possession against FC Basel 1893's 59%. FC Lugano registered 12 shots (4 on target) while FC Basel 1893 managed 14 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 17–16.

4Shots on Goal6
6Shots off Goal4
12Total Shots14
2Blocked Shots4
7Shots insidebox8
5Shots outsidebox6
17Fouls16
3Corner Kicks4
2Offsides1
41%Ball Possession59%
2Yellow Cards5
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves2
317Total passes464
227Passes accurate379
72%Passes %82%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

FC Lugano lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under M. Croci-Torti, while FC Basel 1893 deployed a 4-1-4-1 under H. Vogel.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for FC Lugano is 7.01, compared to 7.55 for FC Basel 1893. 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 Lugano's highest-rated starter is A. Saipi (7.75), while FC Basel 1893's best-rated player is M. Hitz (7.55).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of FC Lugano have contributed 12 goals and 7 assists this season, led by R. Steffen (6G). FC Basel 1893's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 Lugano deploy 3 defenders rated 6.54 on average, against FC Basel 1893'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 Lugano field 4 midfielders averaging 7.11, versus FC Basel 1893's 5 rated —. 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 Lugano start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.11, compared to 1 for FC Basel 1893 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 84% for FC Lugano and 82% for FC Basel 1893. 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 Lugano's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for FC Basel 1893. 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 Lugano's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: A. Hajdari (22), oldest: R. Steffen (34)), while FC Basel 1893 average 38.0 (youngest: M. Hitz (38), oldest: M. Hitz (38)). 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 Lugano's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 31 for FC Basel 1893. 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 Lugano3-4-34-1-4-1FC Basel 1893
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Saipi20Doumbia4Hajrizi5Hajdari77Macek14Sabbati.25Bislimi23Valenzu.11Steffen9Celar31Aliseda1Hitz22López21Pelmard23Burger28Vogel34Xhaka19Males8Diouf9Amdouni27Ndoye14Fink

Substitutes

Coach: M. Croci-Torti

Substitutes

Coach: H. Vogel

FC LuganoPosition StrengthFC Basel 1893
7.01
Avg Rating
7.55
7.75Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.55
0G 0A0G 0A
6.54Defender (3 v 4)
1G 1A0G 0A
7.11Midfielder (4 v 5)
5G 3A0G 0A
7.11Forward (3 v 1)
6G 3A0G 0A
FC Lugano3-4-3
1GoalkeeperA. Saipi7.8
20DefenderO. Doumbia6.61G1A
4DefenderK. Hajrizi
5DefenderA. Hajdari6.5
77MidfielderR. Macek
14MidfielderJ. Sabbatini
25MidfielderU. Bislimi7.15G3A
23MidfielderM. Valenzuela
11ForwardR. Steffen7.16G3A
9ForwardŽ. Celar
31ForwardI. Aliseda
FC Basel 18934-1-4-1
1GoalkeeperM. Hitz7.5
22DefenderSergio López
21DefenderA. Pelmard
23DefenderW. Burger
28DefenderH. Vogel
34MidfielderT. Xhaka
19MidfielderD. Males
8MidfielderA. Diouf
9MidfielderZ. Amdouni
27MidfielderD. Ndoye
14ForwardB. Fink

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, FC Lugano have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. FC Basel 1893 show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

FC Lugano

WWDDLW

FC Basel 1893

LDWWLW

FC Lugano vs FC Basel 1893 Head to Head Results

FC Lugano and FC Basel 1893 have met 38 times — FC Lugano won 11, FC Basel 1893 won 15, with 12 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. FC Basel 1893 leads the head-to-head with 15 victories from 38 meetings. A combined 112 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.95 per match (47 for the home side, 65 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 23 matches (61%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 20 games (53%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. FC Lugano are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–4 in 2020.

11

FC Lugano

12

Drawn

15

FC Basel 1893

Goals: 47Goals: 65

Recent Meetings (38)

15 Feb 2026FC Basel 18931 – 1FC Lugano
9 Nov 2025FC Basel 18930 – 1FC Lugano
10 Aug 2025FC Lugano3 – 1FC Basel 1893
10 May 2025FC Lugano2 – 5FC Basel 1893
6 Apr 2025FC Basel 18932 – 0FC Lugano
19 Jan 2025FC Lugano2 – 2FC Basel 1893
27 Jul 2024FC Basel 18931 – 2FC Lugano
2 Apr 2024FC Lugano2 – 0FC Basel 1893
3 Feb 2024FC Basel 18930 – 1FC Lugano
6 Dec 2023FC Lugano1 – 3FC Basel 1893
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026