25 May 2023 at 18:30
Match Summary
FC Luzern defeated FC Sion 2:1. The match was played in Super League 2022. Goals were scored by A. Grgić 15′ (pen.), P. Schürpf 52′, S. Chader 75′. 2 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. FC Sion had 46% possession while FC Luzern held 54%. FC Sion had 10 shots (3 on target) compared to 12 (7 on target) for FC Luzern. FC Sion made 3 substitutions, FC Luzern made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Itaitinga 13′), Card upgrade (Denis Will Poha 66′).
Match Events
Key match events between FC Sion and FC Luzern — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: P. Dorn
Match Statistics
FC Sion had 46% possession against FC Luzern's 54%. FC Sion registered 10 shots (3 on target) while FC Luzern managed 12 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 5–6. Fouls committed: 9–13.
Lineups
FC Sion lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under P. Tramezzani, while FC Luzern deployed a 4-3-1-2 under M. Frick.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Sion is 7.03, compared to 6.78 for FC Luzern. 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 FC Luzern's best-rated player is R. Fernandes (7.03).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC Sion have contributed 8 goals and 8 assists this season, led by I. Chouaref (6G). FC Luzern's starters account for 9 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by L. Villiger (5G). 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 Luzern's 4-man backline averaging 6.78. 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 7.07, versus FC Luzern's 4 rated 6.78. 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 2 for FC Luzern averaging 6.79. 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 71% for FC Luzern. 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 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 18 for FC Luzern. 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 26.8 (youngest: N. Saintini (25), oldest: N. Lavanchy (32)), while FC Luzern average 26.0 (youngest: S. Ottiger (22), oldest: V. Vasić (35)). 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 14 for FC Luzern. 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
Coach: P. Tramezzani
Substitutes
Coach: M. Frick
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FC Sion have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. FC Luzern show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
FC Sion
FC Luzern
FC Sion vs FC Luzern Head to Head Results
FC Sion and FC Luzern have met 34 times — FC Sion won 11, FC Luzern won 12, with 11 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. FC Luzern leads the head-to-head with 12 victories from 34 meetings. A combined 92 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.71 per match (46 for the home side, 46 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 23 matches (68%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 17 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. FC Sion are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (34)
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