18 March 2023 at 19:30

12
Full Time

Match Summary

Grasshoppers defeated FC Sion 2:1. The match was played in Super League 2022. Goals were scored by M. Shabani 22′, Itaitinga 37′, Guilherme Schettine 71′. 7 yellow cards were shown. FC Sion had 55% possession while Grasshoppers held 45%. FC Sion had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 9 (4 on target) for Grasshoppers. FC Sion made 5 substitutions, Grasshoppers made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between FC Sion and Grasshoppers — 3 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.

FC Sion
Grasshoppers
Kick Off
22′
M. Shabani
Itaitinga

assist: D. Iapichino

37′
Half Time
W. CyprienL. Zuffi
46′
Dennis Iapichino65′
68′
S. DemhasajG. Morandi
68′
M. ShabaniA. Abrashi
71′
Guilherme Schettine

assist: C. Herc

D. PohaD. Cavaré
79′
D. IapichinoJosé Aguilar
79′
I. ChouarefA. Zagré
80′
Reto Ziegler84′
N. LavanchyK. Halabaku
84′
Mario Balotelli87′
90+3′
H. KawabeG. Margreitter
90+5′
Guilherme SchettineP. Pušić
Full Time

Match Statistics

FC Sion had 55% possession against Grasshoppers's 45%. FC Sion registered 11 shots (3 on target) while Grasshoppers managed 9 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 6–6. Fouls committed: 12–15.

3Shots on Goal4
6Shots off Goal5
11Total Shots9
2Blocked Shots0
4Shots insidebox5
7Shots outsidebox4
12Fouls15
6Corner Kicks6
1Offsides0
55%Ball Possession45%
4Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves2
414Total passes346
322Passes accurate255
78%Passes %74%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

FC Sion lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under D. Bettoni, while Grasshoppers deployed a 3-4-1-2 under G. Contini.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for FC Sion is 7.02, compared to — for Grasshoppers. 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 I. Chouaref (7.12), while Grasshoppers's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of FC Sion have contributed 7 goals and 6 assists this season, led by I. Chouaref (6G). Grasshoppers'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 Sion deploy 4 defenders rated 6.91 on average, against Grasshoppers'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 Sion field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Grasshoppers's 4 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 Sion start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.12, compared to 3 for Grasshoppers 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 79% for FC Sion and —% for Grasshoppers. 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 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Grasshoppers. 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: I. Chouaref (25), oldest: N. Lavanchy (32)), while Grasshoppers average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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 33 league appearances each, versus 0 for Grasshoppers. 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 Sion4-3-33-4-1-2Grasshoppers
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Lindner19Lavanchy2Schmied3Ziegler21Iapichi.22Poha10Cyprien14Grgić76Itaitin.45Balotel.9Chouaref1Moreira41Loosli14Ribeiro15Seko77Bolla28Herc40Kawabe31Schmid23Shabani95Schetti.9Demhasaj

Substitutes

Coach: D. Bettoni

Substitutes

Coach: G. Contini

FC SionPosition StrengthGrasshoppers
7.02
Avg Rating
6.91Defender (4 v 3)
1G 1A0G 0A
7.12Forward (3 v 3)
6G 5A0G 0A
FC Sion4-3-3
1GoalkeeperH. Lindner
19DefenderN. Lavanchy6.91G1A
2DefenderJ. Schmied
3DefenderR. Ziegler
21DefenderD. Iapichino
22MidfielderD. Poha
10MidfielderW. Cyprien
14MidfielderA. Grgić
76ForwardItaitinga
45ForwardM. Balotelli
9ForwardI. Chouaref7.16G5A
Grasshoppers3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperAndré Moreira
41DefenderN. Loosli
14DefenderTomás Ribeiro
15DefenderA. Seko
77MidfielderB. Bolla
28MidfielderC. Herc
40MidfielderH. Kawabe
31MidfielderD. Schmid
23ForwardM. Shabani
95ForwardGuilherme Schettine
9ForwardS. Demhasaj

Recent Form

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

FC Sion

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Grasshoppers

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FC Sion vs Grasshoppers Head to Head Results

FC Sion and Grasshoppers have met 4 times — FC Sion won 3, Grasshoppers won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Sion leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 4 meetings. A combined 13 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.25 per match (9 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (25%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2026.

3

FC Sion

0

Drawn

1

Grasshoppers

Goals: 9Goals: 4

Recent Meetings (4)

6 Apr 2026Grasshoppers0 – 4FC Sion
3 Feb 2026Grasshoppers4 – 3FC Sion
13 Dec 2025FC Sion1 – 0Grasshoppers
19 Oct 2025Grasshoppers0 – 1FC Sion
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026