Match Summary
FC Lugano defeated FC ST. Gallen 3:2. The match was played in Super League 2023. Goals were scored by C. Akolo 3′, Ž. Celar 10′, W. Geubbels 13′, H. Mahmoud 47′, U. Bislimi 80′. 3 yellow cards were shown. FC ST. Gallen had 31% possession while FC Lugano held 69%. FC ST. Gallen had 8 shots (3 on target) compared to 18 (7 on target) for FC Lugano. Expected goals: FC ST. Gallen 1.12 — FC Lugano 2.02. FC ST. Gallen made 5 substitutions, FC Lugano made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between FC ST. Gallen and FC Lugano — 5 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: W. Geubbels
assist: U. Bislimi
assist: H. Mahou
Match Statistics
FC ST. Gallen had 31% possession against FC Lugano's 69%. FC ST. Gallen registered 8 shots (3 on target) while FC Lugano managed 18 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 4–6. Fouls committed: 10–12.
Lineups
FC ST. Gallen lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under P. Zeidler, while FC Lugano deployed a 3-4-2-1 under M. Croci-Torti.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC ST. Gallen is 7.15, compared to 7.08 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 W. Geubbels (8.50), while FC Lugano's best-rated player is A. Saipi (7.68).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC ST. Gallen have contributed 7 goals and 6 assists this season, led by C. Witzig (3G). FC Lugano's starters account for 13 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by A. Grgić (7G). 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 6.78 on average, against FC Lugano's 3-man backline averaging 6.83. 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 6.67, versus FC Lugano's 4 rated 7.00. 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 Lugano averaging 7.13. 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 —% for FC ST. Gallen and 87% 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 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 24 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 26.3 (youngest: M. Stevanović (23), oldest: A. Vallci (30)), while FC Lugano average 25.3 (youngest: A. Hajdari (22), oldest: A. Grgić (29)). 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 17 league appearances each, versus 22 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.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FC ST. Gallen have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats. FC Lugano show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
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.
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026