Match Summary
FC ST. Gallen defeated Grasshoppers 2:1. The match was played in Super League 2024. Goals were scored by A. Diaby 26′, L. Görtler 60′, G. Morandi 84′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Grasshoppers had 54% possession while FC ST. Gallen held 46%. Grasshoppers had 10 shots (5 on target) compared to 14 (5 on target) for FC ST. Gallen. Expected goals: Grasshoppers 0.61 — FC ST. Gallen 1.70. Grasshoppers made 5 substitutions, FC ST. Gallen made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Grasshoppers and FC ST. Gallen — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: C. Witzig
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assist: Lee Young-Jun
Match Statistics
Grasshoppers had 54% possession against FC ST. Gallen's 46%. Grasshoppers registered 10 shots (5 on target) while FC ST. Gallen managed 14 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 4–5. Fouls committed: 13–9.
Lineups
Grasshoppers lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under G. Morello, while FC ST. Gallen deployed a 4-3-1-2 under E. Maaßen.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Grasshoppers is 6.84, compared to 6.90 for FC ST. Gallen. 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. Grasshoppers's highest-rated starter is M. Paskotši (7.15), while FC ST. Gallen's best-rated player is L. Zigi (7.47).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Grasshoppers have contributed 4 goals and 1 assists this season, led by N. Muci (3G). FC ST. Gallen's starters account for 12 goals and 15 assists, spearheaded by L. Görtler (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
Grasshoppers deploy 4 defenders rated 7.15 on average, against FC ST. Gallen's 4-man backline averaging 6.81. 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
Grasshoppers field 5 midfielders averaging 6.62, versus FC ST. Gallen's 4 rated 6.82. 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
Grasshoppers start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.50, compared to 2 for FC ST. Gallen 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
Grasshoppers's starters have collected 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 24 for FC ST. Gallen. 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 Grasshoppers's starting XI is 26.0 (youngest: M. Paskotši (22), oldest: A. Abrashi (35)), while FC ST. Gallen average 26.3 (youngest: C. Konietzke (19), oldest: L. Görtler (31)). 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
Grasshoppers's starters average 14 league appearances each, versus 20 for FC ST. Gallen. 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, Grasshoppers have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. FC ST. Gallen show 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Grasshoppers and FC ST. Gallen have met 3 times — Grasshoppers won 0, FC ST. Gallen won 2, 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 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.67 per match (1 for the home side, 7 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), 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 5–0 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (3)
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