4 March 2023 at 19:30

Referee: L. Cibelli

Match Summary

FC Basel 1893 defeated FC Luzern 1:0. The match was played in Super League 2022. Goals were scored by F. Frei 29′ (pen.). 11 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. FC Luzern had 48% possession while FC Basel 1893 held 52%. FC Luzern had 10 shots (1 on target) compared to 14 (6 on target) for FC Basel 1893. FC Luzern made 4 substitutions, FC Basel 1893 made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Hugo Novoa Ramos 90′).

Match Events

Key match events between FC Luzern and FC Basel 1893 — 1 goals and 12 cards recorded during the match.

FC Luzern
FC Basel 1893
Kick Off
29′
F. Frei

Penalty

Half Time
54′
F. FreiW. Burger
M. DiambouD. Sorgić
59′
P. SchürpfAsumah Abubakar
59′
65′
A. ZeqiriJ. Augustin
65′
B. FinkD. Ndoye
Sofyan Chader72′
Sofyan Chader77′
Sofyan Chader77′
Asumah AbubakarT. Klidjé
82′
85′Jean-Kévin Augustin
88′
Sergio LópezA. Kade
88′
L. MillarHugo Novoa
M. MeyerB. Kimpioka
89′
VAR
90+4′Goal cancelled
Full Time

Match Statistics

FC Luzern had 48% possession against FC Basel 1893's 52%. FC Luzern registered 10 shots (1 on target) while FC Basel 1893 managed 14 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 6–6. Fouls committed: 11–16.

1Shots on Goal6
7Shots off Goal5
10Total Shots14
2Blocked Shots3
7Shots insidebox11
3Shots outsidebox3
11Fouls16
6Corner Kicks6
7Offsides1
48%Ball Possession52%
5Yellow Cards6
1Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves1
379Total passes412
273Passes accurate315
72%Passes %76%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

FC Luzern lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under M. Frick, while FC Basel 1893 deployed a 3-1-4-2 under H. Vogel.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for FC Luzern is 6.86, 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 Luzern's highest-rated starter is P. Loretz (6.93), while FC Basel 1893's best-rated player is M. Hitz (7.55).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of FC Luzern have contributed 3 goals and 3 assists this season, led by P. Dorn (3G). 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 Luzern deploy 4 defenders rated 6.78 on average, against FC Basel 1893's 3-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 Luzern field 4 midfielders averaging —, 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 Luzern start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 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 74% for FC Luzern 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 Luzern'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 Luzern's starting XI is 25.7 (youngest: P. Loretz (22), oldest: P. Dorn (29)), 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 Luzern's starters average 20 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 Luzern4-3-1-23-1-4-2FC Basel 1893
GKDEFMIDFWD
38Loretz20Dorn5Simani30Beka13Frýdek15Diambou6Jashari18Beloko7Meyer69Chader11Schürpf1Hitz15Adams21Pelmard33Calafio.20Frei7Millar19Males8Diouf22López17Zeqiri14Fink

Substitutes

Coach: M. Frick

Substitutes

Coach: H. Vogel

FC LuzernPosition StrengthFC Basel 1893
6.86
Avg Rating
7.55
6.93Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.55
0G 0A0G 0A
6.78Defender (4 v 3)
3G 3A0G 0A
FC Luzern4-3-1-2
38GoalkeeperP. Loretz6.9
20DefenderP. Dorn6.83G3A
5DefenderD. Simani
30DefenderI. Beka
13DefenderM. Frýdek
15MidfielderM. Diambou
6MidfielderA. Jashari
18MidfielderN. Beloko
7MidfielderM. Meyer
69ForwardS. Chader
11ForwardP. Schürpf
FC Basel 18933-1-4-2
1GoalkeeperM. Hitz7.5
15DefenderK. Adams
21DefenderA. Pelmard
33DefenderR. Calafiori
20MidfielderF. Frei
7MidfielderL. Millar
19MidfielderD. Males
8MidfielderA. Diouf
22MidfielderSergio López
17ForwardA. Zeqiri
14ForwardB. Fink

Recent Form

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

FC Luzern

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FC Basel 1893

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FC Luzern vs FC Basel 1893 Head to Head Results

FC Luzern and FC Basel 1893 have met 38 times — FC Luzern won 8, FC Basel 1893 won 22, with 8 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. FC Basel 1893 leads the head-to-head with 22 victories from 38 meetings. A combined 119 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.13 per match (44 for the home side, 75 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 26 matches (68%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 25 games (66%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–4 in 2021.

8

FC Luzern

8

Drawn

22

FC Basel 1893

Goals: 44Goals: 75

Recent Meetings (38)

22 Feb 2026FC Luzern4 – 2FC Basel 1893
17 Dec 2025FC Luzern1 – 2FC Basel 1893
28 Sept 2025FC Basel 18931 – 2FC Luzern
24 May 2025FC Basel 18934 – 0FC Luzern
9 Mar 2025FC Luzern1 – 1FC Basel 1893
6 Feb 2025FC Basel 18932 – 1FC Luzern
29 Sept 2024FC Luzern1 – 0FC Basel 1893
5 May 2024FC Basel 18931 – 1FC Luzern
21 Apr 2024FC Luzern1 – 1FC Basel 1893
17 Dec 2023FC Luzern0 – 1FC Basel 1893
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026