5 March 2023 at 15:30

11
Full Time
Referee: U. Schnyder

Match Summary

FC Sion and FC Lugano drew 1:1. The match was played in Super League 2022. Goals were scored by O. Doumbia 34′, G. Sio 66′. 5 yellow cards were shown. FC Sion had 39% possession while FC Lugano held 61%. FC Sion had 10 shots (3 on target) compared to 11 (3 on target) for FC Lugano. FC Sion made 5 substitutions, FC Lugano made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Ignacio Aliseda 87′).

Match Events

Key match events between FC Sion and FC Lugano — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

FC Sion
FC Lugano
Kick Off
34′
O. Doumbia

assist: M. Valenzuela

Half Time
ItaitingaI. Chouaref
46′
W. CyprienD. Poha
46′
M. BalotelliG. Sio
46′
Denis Will Poha58′
A. GrgićL. Zuffi
61′
61′
J. EspinozaR. Macek
G. Sio

assist: R. Ziegler

66′
73′
U. BislimiI. Aliseda
73′
M. AmouraB. Babic
82′
K. HajriziL. Mai
K. HalabakuK. Bua
83′
VAR
87′Goal cancelled
Full Time

Match Statistics

FC Sion had 39% possession against FC Lugano's 61%. FC Sion registered 10 shots (3 on target) while FC Lugano managed 11 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 14–13.

3Shots on Goal3
3Shots off Goal6
10Total Shots11
4Blocked Shots2
5Shots insidebox8
5Shots outsidebox3
14Fouls13
3Corner Kicks4
0Offsides4
39%Ball Possession61%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves2
310Total passes494
239Passes accurate428
77%Passes %87%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

FC Sion lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under C. Constantin, while FC Lugano deployed a 3-4-3 under M. Croci-Torti.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for FC Sion is 6.91, 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 Sion's highest-rated starter is N. Lavanchy (6.91), while FC Lugano's best-rated player is A. Saipi (7.75).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of FC Sion have contributed 1 goals and 1 assists this season, led by N. Lavanchy (1G). FC Lugano's starters account for 12 goals and 7 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 Sion deploy 4 defenders rated 6.91 on average, against FC Lugano's 3-man backline averaging 6.50. 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 Sion field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus FC Lugano's 4 rated 6.59. 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 Sion start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 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 78% for FC Sion 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

FC Sion's starters have collected 5 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 FC Sion's starting XI is 28.5 (youngest: N. Saintini (25), oldest: N. Lavanchy (32)), while FC Lugano average 28.0 (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 Sion's starters average 32 league appearances each, versus 18 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 Sion4-3-33-4-3FC Lugano
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Lindner19Lavanchy39Saintini3Ziegler21Iapichi.14Grgić10Cyprien20Araz76Itaitin.45Balotel.29Halabaku1Saipi4Hajrizi30Daprelà5Hajdari6Espinoza20Doumbia14Sabbati.23Valenzu.25Bislimi47Amoura11Steffen

Substitutes

Coach: C. Constantin

Substitutes

Coach: M. Croci-Torti

FC SionPosition StrengthFC Lugano
6.91
Avg Rating
7.01
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.75
0G 0A0G 0A
6.91Defender (4 v 3)6.50
1G 1A0G 0A
Midfielder (3 v 4)6.59
0G 0A1G 1A
Forward (3 v 3)7.11
0G 0A11G 6A
FC Sion4-3-3
1GoalkeeperH. Lindner
19DefenderN. Lavanchy6.91G1A
39DefenderN. Saintini
3DefenderR. Ziegler
21DefenderD. Iapichino
14MidfielderA. Grgić
10MidfielderW. Cyprien
20MidfielderM. Araz
76ForwardItaitinga
45ForwardM. Balotelli
29ForwardK. Halabaku
FC Lugano3-4-3
1GoalkeeperA. Saipi7.8
4DefenderK. Hajrizi
30DefenderF. Daprelà
5DefenderA. Hajdari6.5
6MidfielderJ. Espinoza
20MidfielderO. Doumbia6.61G1A
14MidfielderJ. Sabbatini
23MidfielderM. Valenzuela
25ForwardU. Bislimi7.15G3A
47ForwardM. Amoura
11ForwardR. Steffen7.16G3A

Recent Form

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

FC Sion

WWDWDL

FC Lugano

WWDDLW

FC Sion vs FC Lugano Head to Head Results

FC Sion and FC Lugano have met 3 times — FC Sion won 1, FC Lugano won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (6 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–0 in 2025.

1

FC Sion

1

Drawn

1

FC Lugano

Goals: 6Goals: 3

Recent Meetings (3)

4 Mar 2026FC Lugano2 – 1FC Sion
29 Nov 2025FC Lugano1 – 1FC Sion
3 Aug 2025FC Sion4 – 0FC Lugano
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026