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16 December 2023 at 17:00

Super League · Season 2023
Referee: F. San

Match Summary

FC ST. Gallen defeated FC Zurich 1:0. The match was played in Super League 2023. Goals were scored by C. Akolo 39′. 4 yellow cards were shown. FC ST. Gallen had 50% possession while FC Zurich held 50%. FC ST. Gallen had 15 shots (6 on target) compared to 11 (7 on target) for FC Zurich. Expected goals: FC ST. Gallen 0.95 — FC Zurich 0.57. FC ST. Gallen made 5 substitutions, FC Zurich made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between FC ST. Gallen and FC Zurich — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

FC ST. Gallen
FC Zurich
Kick Off
Jordi Quintillà24′
C. Akolo
39′
Half Time
46′
S. WallnerM. Hornschuh
46′
D. AfriyieA. Marchesano
Mattia Zanotti50′
63′
M. HornschuhS. Hodža
I. SchmidtC. Okoroji
67′
B. TomaG. Karlen
67′
W. GeubbelsF. Schubert
76′
C. AkoloM. Stevanović
76′
83′
N. BoranijaševićI. Santini
C. WitzigA. Diaby
89′
89′
C. CondeN. Reichmuth
Full Time

Match Statistics

FC ST. Gallen had 50% possession against FC Zurich's 50%. FC ST. Gallen registered 15 shots (6 on target) while FC Zurich managed 11 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 4–3. Fouls committed: 16–13.

6Shots on Goal7
4Shots off Goal3
15Total Shots11
5Blocked Shots1
8Shots insidebox4
7Shots outsidebox7
16Fouls13
4Corner Kicks3
3Offsides2
50%Ball Possession50%
3Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
7Goalkeeper Saves4
389Total passes375
285Passes accurate266
73%Passes %71%
0.95expected_goals0.57

Lineups

FC ST. Gallen lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under P. Zeidler, while FC Zurich deployed a 3-4-2-1 under B. Henriksen.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for FC ST. Gallen is 7.37, compared to 7.20 for FC Zurich. 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 W. Geubbels (8.50), while FC Zurich's best-rated player is Y. Brecher (7.20).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of FC ST. Gallen have contributed 11 goals and 11 assists this season, led by L. Görtler (5G). FC Zurich's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 6.74 on average, against FC Zurich's 3-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

FC ST. Gallen field 4 midfielders averaging 7.07, versus FC Zurich'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

FC ST. Gallen start 2 forward(s) averaging 8.50, compared to 3 for FC Zurich 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

FC ST. Gallen's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for FC Zurich. 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 27.6 (youngest: C. Witzig (24), oldest: L. Görtler (31)), while FC Zurich average 32.0 (youngest: Y. Brecher (32), oldest: Y. Brecher (32)). 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 18 league appearances each, versus 21 for FC Zurich. 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. GallenPosition StrengthFC Zurich
7.37
Avg Rating
7.20
7.47🧤 GK (1 v 1)7.20
0G 0A0G 0A
6.74🛡 DEF (4 v 3)
0G 1A0G 0A
7.07 MID (4 v 4)
8G 10A0G 0A
8.50 FWD (2 v 3)
3G 0A0G 0A
FC ST. Gallen4-3-1-2
1🧤GKL. Zigi7.5
46🛡DEFM. Zanotti
4🛡DEFJ. Stanić
20🛡DEFA. Vallci6.71A
33🛡DEFI. Schmidt
16MIDL. Görtler7.35G7A
8MIDJordi Quintillà
37MIDC. Witzig6.83G3A
24MIDB. Toma
9FWDW. Geubbels8.53G
10FWDC. Akolo
FC Zurich3-4-2-1
25🧤GKY. Brecher7.2
4🛡DEFS. Wallner
24🛡DEFN. Katić
5🛡DEFF. Daprelà
19MIDN. Boranijašević
17MIDC. Conde
12MIDI. Mathew
3MIDAdrián Guerrero
7FWDB. Krasniqi
11FWDJ. Okita
18FWDD. Afriyie

Substitutes

13(M)G. Karlen
7(F)F. Schubert
6(D)P. Sutter
25(G)L. Watkowiak

Substitutes

16(D)M. Hornschuh
32(D)S. Hodža
9(F)I. Santini
31(D)M. Kryeziu
23(M)F. Rohner
22(F)A. Oko-Flex
1(G)Ž. Kostadinović

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, FC ST. Gallen have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats. FC Zurich show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.

FC ST. Gallen

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FC Zurich

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Head to Head

FC ST. Gallen and FC Zurich have met 2 times — FC ST. Gallen won 0, FC Zurich won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Zurich leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (2 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2025.

0

FC ST. Gallen

0

Drawn

2

FC Zurich

Goals: 2Goals: 5

Recent Meetings (2)

6 Dec 2025FC ST. Gallen1 – 2FC Zurich
27 Sept 2025FC Zurich3 – 1FC ST. Gallen

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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