Match Summary
BSC Young Boys defeated FC Basel 1893 3:0. The match was played in Super League 2023. Goals were scored by J. Nsame 3′, U. Garcia 39′, C. Itten 79′. 3 yellow cards were shown. BSC Young Boys had 46% possession while FC Basel 1893 held 54%. BSC Young Boys had 13 shots (3 on target) compared to 11 (2 on target) for FC Basel 1893. Expected goals: BSC Young Boys 1.00 — FC Basel 1893 0.91. BSC Young Boys made 5 substitutions, FC Basel 1893 made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between BSC Young Boys and FC Basel 1893 — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
BSC Young Boys had 46% possession against FC Basel 1893's 54%. BSC Young Boys registered 13 shots (3 on target) while FC Basel 1893 managed 11 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 6–5. Fouls committed: 14–3.
Lineups
BSC Young Boys lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under R. Wicky, while FC Basel 1893 deployed a 3-4-1-2 under H. Vogel.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for BSC Young Boys is 6.84, compared to 7.37 for FC Basel 1893. 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. BSC Young Boys's highest-rated starter is D. Males (6.90), while FC Basel 1893's best-rated player is M. Hitz (7.63).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of BSC Young Boys have contributed 10 goals and 4 assists this season, led by D. Males (6G). FC Basel 1893's starters account for 3 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by D. Schmid (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
BSC Young Boys deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against FC Basel 1893's 3-man backline averaging 7.18. 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
BSC Young Boys field 4 midfielders averaging 6.84, versus FC Basel 1893's 4 rated 7.31. 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
BSC Young Boys start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for FC Basel 1893 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 78% for BSC Young Boys and 83% for FC Basel 1893. 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
BSC Young Boys's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for FC Basel 1893. 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 BSC Young Boys's starting XI is 24.7 (youngest: L. Blum (24), oldest: Joël Monteiro (26)), while FC Basel 1893 average 27.0 (youngest: G. Sigua (20), oldest: M. Hitz (38)). 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
BSC Young Boys's starters average 17 league appearances each, versus 17 for FC Basel 1893. 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, BSC Young Boys have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. FC Basel 1893 show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
BSC Young Boys and FC Basel 1893 have met 2 times — BSC Young Boys won 0, FC Basel 1893 won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Basel 1893 leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (1 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026