Match Summary
FC Sion defeated Grasshoppers 3:1. The match was played in Super League 2022. Goals were scored by M. Balotelli 45′, G. Sio 46′, Tomás Ribeiro 63′, W. Cyprien 81′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Grasshoppers had 45% possession while FC Sion held 55%. Grasshoppers had 20 shots (1 on target) compared to 17 (7 on target) for FC Sion. Grasshoppers made 5 substitutions, FC Sion made 5. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Meritan Shabani 38′).
Match Events
Key match events between Grasshoppers and FC Sion — 4 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Bua
Match Statistics
Grasshoppers had 45% possession against FC Sion's 55%. Grasshoppers registered 20 shots (1 on target) while FC Sion managed 17 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 9–3. Fouls committed: 11–16.
Lineups
Grasshoppers lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under G. Contini, while FC Sion deployed a 4-4-2 under D. Bettoni.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Grasshoppers is 6.62, compared to — for FC Sion. 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. Grasshoppers's highest-rated starter is A. Abrashi (6.62), while FC Sion's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Grasshoppers deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against FC Sion'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
Grasshoppers field 3 midfielders averaging 6.62, versus FC Sion'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
Grasshoppers start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for FC Sion 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.
Discipline
Grasshoppers's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for FC Sion. 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 Grasshoppers's starting XI is 35.0 (youngest: A. Abrashi (35), oldest: A. Abrashi (35)), while FC Sion 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
Grasshoppers's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 0 for FC Sion. 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Grasshoppers have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. FC Sion show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Grasshoppers and FC Sion have met 3 times — Grasshoppers won 1, FC Sion won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Sion leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (4 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (33%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026