Match Summary
FC Lugano defeated FC Luzern 4:1. The match was played in Super League 2024. Goals were scored by A. Grgic 35′ (pen.), H. Mahmoud 38′, R. Steffen 64′ (pen.), D. Rrudhani 76′, M. Bottani 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. FC Luzern had 44% possession while FC Lugano held 56%. FC Luzern had 14 shots (4 on target) compared to 8 (6 on target) for FC Lugano. FC Luzern made 5 substitutions, FC Lugano made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Kacper Przybyłko 28′), Penalty confirmed (Albian Hajdari 33′), Goal cancelled (Renato Steffen 60′).
Match Events
Key match events between FC Luzern and FC Lugano — 5 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: M. Zanotti
Penalty
assist: K. Spadanuda
assist: M. Valenzuela
Match Statistics
FC Luzern had 44% possession against FC Lugano's 56%. FC Luzern registered 14 shots (4 on target) while FC Lugano managed 8 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 6–1. Fouls committed: 18–15.
Lineups
FC Luzern lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under M. Frick, while FC Lugano deployed a 4-2-3-1 under M. Croci-Torti.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Luzern is 6.86, compared to 6.89 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 Luzern's highest-rated starter is K. Spadanuda (6.98), while FC Lugano's best-rated player is A. Grgic (7.36).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC Luzern have contributed 9 goals and 6 assists this season, led by K. Spadanuda (4G). FC Lugano's starters account for 22 goals and 12 assists, spearheaded by A. Grgic (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 Luzern deploy 4 defenders rated 6.86 on average, against FC Lugano's 4-man backline averaging 6.69. 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 Luzern field 4 midfielders averaging 6.78, versus FC Lugano's 5 rated 7.05. 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 Luzern start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for FC Lugano 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 —% for FC Luzern and 86% 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 Luzern's starters have collected 18 yellow cards this season, compared to 27 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 Luzern's starting XI is 25.4 (youngest: B. Freimann (20), oldest: P. Dorn (29)), while FC Lugano average 26.1 (youngest: Martim Marques (21), oldest: R. Steffen (34)). 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 Luzern's starters average 22 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FC Luzern have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. FC Lugano show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
FC Luzern
FC Lugano
Head to Head
FC Luzern and FC Lugano have met 3 times — FC Luzern won 1, FC Lugano won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Lugano leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 13 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.33 per match (5 for the home side, 8 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–5 in 2026.
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FC Luzern
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Drawn
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FC Lugano
Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026