26 April 2023 at 18:30

Referee: L. Cibelli

Match Summary

FC Lugano defeated FC ST. Gallen 2:1. The match was played in Super League 2022. Goals were scored by C. Witzig 19′, M. Amoura 57′, U. Bislimi 86′. 5 yellow cards were shown. FC ST. Gallen had 40% possession while FC Lugano held 60%. FC ST. Gallen had 23 shots (5 on target) compared to 15 (5 on target) for FC Lugano. FC ST. Gallen made 5 substitutions, FC Lugano made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Renato Steffen 58′).

Match Events

Key match events between FC ST. Gallen and FC Lugano — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

FC ST. Gallen
FC Lugano
Kick Off
C. Witzig

assist: J. Guillemenot

19′
34′
A. HajdariM. Valenzuela
Half Time
46′
A. ArigoniJ. Espinoza
57′
M. Amoura

assist: R. Steffen

VAR
58′Goal confirmed
J. von MoosC. Akolo
63′
E. Latte LathN. Ndombasi
63′
76′
M. AmouraŽ. Celar
76′
M. BottaniR. Macek
J. GuillemenotA. Besio
84′
M. MaglicaA. Vallçi
84′
84′
I. AlisedaU. Bislimi
86′
U. Bislimi

assist: J. Espinoza

C. WitzigR. Schneider
87′
Full Time

Match Statistics

FC ST. Gallen had 40% possession against FC Lugano's 60%. FC ST. Gallen registered 23 shots (5 on target) while FC Lugano managed 15 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 5–5. Fouls committed: 8–10.

5Shots on Goal5
9Shots off Goal6
23Total Shots15
9Blocked Shots4
9Shots insidebox9
14Shots outsidebox6
8Fouls10
5Corner Kicks5
1Offsides1
40%Ball Possession60%
4Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves4
302Total passes452
215Passes accurate368
71%Passes %81%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

FC ST. Gallen lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under P. Zeidler, while FC Lugano deployed a 4-2-3-1 under M. Croci-Torti.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for FC ST. Gallen is 7.21, compared to 6.89 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 ST. Gallen's highest-rated starter is L. Ati-Zigi (7.42), while FC Lugano's best-rated player is A. Saipi (7.75).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of FC ST. Gallen have contributed 11 goals and 10 assists this season, led by L. Görtler (7G). FC Lugano's starters account for 7 goals and 4 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 ST. Gallen deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against FC Lugano's 4-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 ST. Gallen field 3 midfielders averaging 7.13, versus FC Lugano's 5 rated 6.73. 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 ST. Gallen start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for FC Lugano 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 ST. Gallen and 80% 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 ST. Gallen's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 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 ST. Gallen's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: C. Witzig (24), oldest: Jordi Quintillà (32)), while FC Lugano average 29.6 (youngest: A. Hajdari (22), oldest: M. Bottani (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 ST. Gallen's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 16 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 ST. Gallen4-3-34-2-3-1FC Lugano
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Ati-Zigi30Sutter4Stergiou5Maglica33Schmidt37Witzig8Quintil.16Görtler11Moos22Lath9Guillem.1Saipi34Arigoni4Hajrizi30Daprelà5Hajdari14Sabbati.20Doumbia47Amoura10Bottani11Steffen31Aliseda

Substitutes

Coach: P. Zeidler

Substitutes

Coach: M. Croci-Torti

FC ST. GallenPosition StrengthFC Lugano
7.21
Avg Rating
6.89
7.42Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.75
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (4 v 4)6.50
0G 0A0G 0A
7.13Midfielder (3 v 5)6.73
11G 10A7G 4A
FC ST. Gallen4-3-3
1GoalkeeperL. Ati-Zigi7.4
30DefenderP. Sutter
4DefenderL. Stergiou
5DefenderM. Maglica
33DefenderI. Schmidt
37MidfielderC. Witzig6.94G3A
8MidfielderJordi Quintillà7.2
16MidfielderL. Görtler7.37G7A
11ForwardJ. von Moos
22ForwardE. Latte Lath
9ForwardJ. Guillemenot
FC Lugano4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperA. Saipi7.8
34DefenderA. Arigoni
4DefenderK. Hajrizi
30DefenderF. Daprelà
5DefenderA. Hajdari6.5
14MidfielderJ. Sabbatini
20MidfielderO. Doumbia6.61G1A
47MidfielderM. Amoura
10MidfielderM. Bottani6.5
11MidfielderR. Steffen7.16G3A
31ForwardI. Aliseda

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, FC ST. Gallen have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats. FC Lugano show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

FC ST. Gallen

WDWDDW

FC Lugano

WWDDLW

FC ST. Gallen vs FC Lugano Head to Head Results

FC ST. Gallen and FC Lugano have met 3 times — FC ST. Gallen won 2, FC Lugano won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC ST. Gallen leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.33 per match (5 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (33%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. FC ST. Gallen are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2025.

2

FC ST. Gallen

1

Drawn

0

FC Lugano

Goals: 5Goals: 2

Recent Meetings (3)

17 Mar 2026FC ST. Gallen1 – 1FC Lugano
26 Nov 2025FC Lugano1 – 3FC ST. Gallen
13 Sept 2025FC ST. Gallen1 – 0FC Lugano
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026