Match Summary
FC Sion defeated FC Winterthur 3:1. The match was played in Super League 2024. Goals were scored by G. Lekaj 25′ (o.g.), G. Lekaj 54′ (pen.), T. Berdayes 64′, J. Schmied 68′. 5 yellow cards were shown. FC Winterthur had 49% possession while FC Sion held 51%. FC Winterthur had 8 shots (2 on target) compared to 14 (4 on target) for FC Sion. Expected goals: FC Winterthur 1.35 — FC Sion 0.76. FC Winterthur made 5 substitutions, FC Sion made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between FC Winterthur and FC Sion — 4 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
Penalty
assist: T. Berdayes
Match Statistics
FC Winterthur had 49% possession against FC Sion's 51%. FC Winterthur registered 8 shots (2 on target) while FC Sion managed 14 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–2. Fouls committed: 8–12.
Lineups
FC Winterthur lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under O. Zaric, while FC Sion deployed a 4-3-1-2 under D. Tholot.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Winterthur is 6.70, compared to 7.03 for FC Sion. 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 Winterthur's highest-rated starter is S. Kapino (7.43), while FC Sion's best-rated player is A. Kabacalman (7.15).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC Winterthur have contributed 2 goals and 2 assists this season, led by S. Sidler (1G). FC Sion's starters account for 12 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by I. Chouaref (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 Winterthur deploy 4 defenders rated 6.47 on average, against FC Sion's 4-man backline averaging 6.93. 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 Winterthur field 5 midfielders averaging 6.45, versus FC Sion's 4 rated 7.06. 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 Winterthur start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for FC Sion averaging 7.07. 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 Winterthur and 51% for FC Sion. 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 Winterthur's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 20 for FC Sion. 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 Winterthur's starting XI is 28.5 (youngest: S. Sidler (27), oldest: S. Kapino (31)), while FC Sion average 26.5 (youngest: L. Chipperfield (21), oldest: N. Lavanchy (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 Winterthur's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 26 for FC Sion. 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FC Winterthur have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. FC Sion show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
FC Winterthur
FC Sion
Head to Head
FC Winterthur and FC Sion have met 3 times — FC Winterthur won 0, FC Sion won 2, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Sion leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (3 for the home side, 6 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 Sion are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2025.
0
FC Winterthur
1
Drawn
2
FC Sion
Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026