25 May 2023 at 18:30

Referee: L. Cibelli

Match Summary

FC Lugano defeated BSC Young Boys 2:0. The match was played in Super League 2022. Goals were scored by I. Aliseda 77′, M. Amoura 89′. 4 yellow cards were shown. FC Lugano had 48% possession while BSC Young Boys held 52%. FC Lugano had 18 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (2 on target) for BSC Young Boys. FC Lugano made 5 substitutions, BSC Young Boys made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between FC Lugano and BSC Young Boys — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

FC Lugano
BSC Young Boys
Kick Off
11′Fabian Lustenberger
Half Time
A. HajdariM. Facchinetti
61′
U. BislimiR. Macek
61′
64′
J. NsameJoël Monteiro
64′
D. RrudhaniF. Ugrinic
H. MahmoudJ. Espinoza
75′
Ž. CelarM. Amoura
75′
77′
K. ImeriF. Rieder
I. Aliseda

assist: A. Arigoni

77′
78′
Q. MaceirasU. Garcia
I. AlisedaB. Babic
81′
83′
S. LauperC. Niasse
Boris Babić87′
M. Amoura

assist: R. Macek

89′
Full Time

Match Statistics

FC Lugano had 48% possession against BSC Young Boys's 52%. FC Lugano registered 18 shots (5 on target) while BSC Young Boys managed 12 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 7–5. Fouls committed: 9–10.

5Shots on Goal2
9Shots off Goal7
18Total Shots12
4Blocked Shots3
11Shots insidebox6
7Shots outsidebox6
9Fouls10
7Corner Kicks5
3Offsides1
48%Ball Possession52%
3Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves3
397Total passes421
322Passes accurate335
81%Passes %80%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

FC Lugano lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under M. Croci-Torti, while BSC Young Boys deployed a 4-3-1-2 under R. Wicky.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for FC Lugano is 6.79, compared to 6.93 for BSC Young Boys. 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 Lugano's highest-rated starter is U. Bislimi (7.11), while BSC Young Boys's best-rated player is S. Lauper (7.05).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of FC Lugano have contributed 13 goals and 7 assists this season, led by R. Steffen (6G). BSC Young Boys's starters account for 16 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by C. Fassnacht (15G). 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 Lugano deploy 3 defenders rated 6.54 on average, against BSC Young Boys's 4-man backline averaging 6.92. 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 Lugano field 4 midfielders averaging 6.87, versus BSC Young Boys's 4 rated 6.94. 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 Lugano start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.11, compared to 2 for BSC Young Boys 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 86% for FC Lugano and 83% for BSC Young Boys. 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 Lugano's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 for BSC Young Boys. 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 Lugano's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: A. Hajdari (22), oldest: R. Steffen (34)), while BSC Young Boys average 29.8 (youngest: K. Imeri (25), oldest: L. Benito (33)). 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 Lugano's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 23 for BSC Young Boys. 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 Lugano3-4-2-14-3-1-2BSC Young Boys
GKDEFMIDFWD
13Berbić34Arigoni20Doumbia5Hajdari25Bislimi29Mahmoud14Sabbati.23Valenzu.11Steffen31Aliseda9Celar1Racioppi24Maceiras4Amenda28Lustenb.23Benito16Fassnac.30Lauper22Rrudhani29Imeri18Nsame15Elia

Substitutes

Coach: M. Croci-Torti

Substitutes

Coach: R. Wicky

FC LuganoPosition StrengthBSC Young Boys
6.79
Avg Rating
6.93
6.54Defender (3 v 4)6.92
1G 1A0G 1A
6.87Midfielder (4 v 4)6.94
6G 3A16G 9A
7.11Forward (3 v 2)
6G 3A0G 0A
FC Lugano3-4-2-1
13GoalkeeperS. Berbić
34DefenderA. Arigoni
20DefenderO. Doumbia6.61G1A
5DefenderA. Hajdari6.5
25MidfielderU. Bislimi7.15G3A
29MidfielderH. Mahmoud6.61G
14MidfielderJ. Sabbatini
23MidfielderM. Valenzuela
11ForwardR. Steffen7.16G3A
31ForwardI. Aliseda
9ForwardŽ. Celar
BSC Young Boys4-3-1-2
1GoalkeeperA. Racioppi
24DefenderQ. Maceiras
4DefenderA. Amenda
28DefenderF. Lustenberger
23DefenderL. Benito6.91A
16MidfielderC. Fassnacht7.015G7A
30MidfielderS. Lauper7.01G2A
22MidfielderD. Rrudhani
29MidfielderK. Imeri6.8
18ForwardJ. Nsame
15ForwardM. Elia

Recent Form

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

FC Lugano

WWDDLW

BSC Young Boys

DDDWLW

FC Lugano vs BSC Young Boys Head to Head Results

FC Lugano and BSC Young Boys have met 40 times — FC Lugano won 8, BSC Young Boys won 23, with 9 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. BSC Young Boys leads the head-to-head with 23 victories from 40 meetings. A combined 116 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.90 per match (40 for the home side, 76 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 22 matches (55%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 24 games (60%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2024.

8

FC Lugano

9

Drawn

23

BSC Young Boys

Goals: 40Goals: 76

Recent Meetings (40)

22 Mar 2026BSC Young Boys1 – 1FC Lugano
21 Dec 2025FC Lugano3 – 0BSC Young Boys
31 Aug 2025BSC Young Boys3 – 1FC Lugano
24 May 2025FC Lugano1 – 1BSC Young Boys
23 Feb 2025BSC Young Boys1 – 0FC Lugano
10 Nov 2024BSC Young Boys2 – 1FC Lugano
27 Oct 2024FC Lugano2 – 0BSC Young Boys
11 May 2024BSC Young Boys0 – 1FC Lugano
10 Feb 2024FC Lugano3 – 3BSC Young Boys
29 Oct 2023FC Lugano1 – 1BSC Young Boys
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026