Match Summary
FC ST. Gallen defeated FC Zurich 2:0. The match was played in Super League 2024. Goals were scored by F. Mambimbi 33′, C. Akolo 88′. 5 yellow cards were shown. FC Zurich had 61% possession while FC ST. Gallen held 39%. FC Zurich had 14 shots (3 on target) compared to 6 (3 on target) for FC ST. Gallen. FC Zurich made 4 substitutions, FC ST. Gallen made 4. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Felix Mambimbi 34′).
Match Events
Key match events between FC Zurich and FC ST. Gallen — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: C. Witzig
assist: Jordi Quintillà
Match Statistics
FC Zurich had 61% possession against FC ST. Gallen's 39%. FC Zurich registered 14 shots (3 on target) while FC ST. Gallen managed 6 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–5. Fouls committed: 18–14.
Lineups
FC Zurich lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under R. Moniz, while FC ST. Gallen deployed a 4-2-3-1 under E. Maaßen.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Zurich is 6.87, compared to 6.92 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. FC Zurich's highest-rated starter is Y. Brecher (7.20), while FC ST. Gallen's best-rated player is L. Zigi (7.47).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC Zurich have contributed 6 goals and 6 assists this season, led by L. Kamberi (2G). FC ST. Gallen's starters account for 5 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by C. Witzig (3G). 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 Zurich deploy 4 defenders rated 6.66 on average, against FC ST. Gallen's 4-man backline averaging 6.85. 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 Zurich field 5 midfielders averaging 6.91, versus FC ST. Gallen's 5 rated 6.72. 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 Zurich start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 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
FC Zurich's starters have collected 15 yellow cards this season, compared to 16 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 FC Zurich's starting XI is 25.0 (youngest: C. Tsawa (19), oldest: Y. Brecher (32)), while FC ST. Gallen average 27.0 (youngest: C. Witzig (24), oldest: L. Zigi (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 Zurich's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 22 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.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FC Zurich have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. FC ST. Gallen show 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
FC Zurich and FC ST. Gallen have met 2 times — FC Zurich won 2, FC ST. Gallen won 0, 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 (5 for the home side, 2 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.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026