22 March 2026 at 15:30

Referee: Fedayi San

Match Summary

BSC Young Boys and FC Lugano drew 1:1. The match was played in Super League 2025. Goals were scored by Alvyn Sanches 5′, Anto Grgić 65′ (pen.). 4 yellow cards were shown. BSC Young Boys had 53% possession while FC Lugano held 47%. BSC Young Boys had 16 shots (8 on target) compared to 15 (4 on target) for FC Lugano. Expected goals: BSC Young Boys 0.75 — FC Lugano 2.07. BSC Young Boys made 5 substitutions, FC Lugano made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between BSC Young Boys and FC Lugano — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

BSC Young Boys
FC Lugano
Kick Off
Alvyn Sanches

assist: Alan Virginius

5′
Half Time
60′
Martim MarquesGeorgios Koutsias
60′
Elias PihlströmHicham Mahou
65′
Darian MalešChristian Fassnacht
65′
Chris BediaSamuel Essende
66′
Yan ValerySaidy Janko
73′
Alan VirginiusEbrima Colley
73′
84′
Renato SteffenMattia Bottani
Armin GigovićDominik Pech
86′
89′
Yanis CimignaniZachary Brault Guillard
Full Time

Match Statistics

BSC Young Boys had 53% possession against FC Lugano's 47%. BSC Young Boys registered 16 shots (8 on target) while FC Lugano managed 15 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 6–4. Fouls committed: 8–16.

8Shots on Goal4
4Shots off Goal6
16Total Shots15
4Blocked Shots5
10Shots insidebox10
6Shots outsidebox5
8Fouls16
6Corner Kicks4
3Offsides1
53%Ball Possession47%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves7
508Total passes441
444Passes accurate363
87%Passes %82%
0.75expected_goals2.07
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

BSC Young Boys lined up in a — formation under Gerardo Seoane, while FC Lugano deployed a — under Mattia Croci-Torti.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for BSC Young Boys is 7.02, compared to 6.93 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. BSC Young Boys's highest-rated starter is Alvyn Sanches (7.52), while FC Lugano's best-rated player is Anto Grgić (7.37).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of BSC Young Boys have contributed 39 goals and 30 assists this season, led by Chris Bedia (16G). FC Lugano's starters account for 27 goals and 15 assists, spearheaded by Anto 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

BSC Young Boys deploy 4 defenders rated 6.93 on average, against FC Lugano's 3-man backline averaging 7.05. 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

BSC Young Boys field 5 midfielders averaging 7.05, versus FC Lugano's 5 rated 6.92. 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

BSC Young Boys start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.08, compared to 2 for FC Lugano averaging 6.71. 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 82% for BSC Young Boys and 84% 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

BSC Young Boys's starters have collected 30 yellow cards this season, compared to 39 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 BSC Young Boys's starting XI is 26.5 (youngest: Alvyn Sanches (22), oldest: Loris Benito (33)), while FC Lugano average 25.9 (youngest: Elias Pihlström (19), oldest: Renato 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

BSC Young Boys's starters average 26 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.

BSC Young BoysPosition StrengthFC Lugano
7.02
Avg Rating
6.93
7.12Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.11
0G 0A0G 0A
6.93Defender (4 v 3)7.05
1G 6A4G 1A
7.05Midfielder (5 v 5)6.92
22G 20A17G 11A
7.08Forward (1 v 2)6.71
16G 4A6G 3A
BSC Young Boys
1GoalkeeperMarvin Keller7.1
22DefenderYan Valery6.93A
5DefenderGregory Wüthrich6.9
30DefenderSandro Lauper7.01G2A
23DefenderLoris Benito6.91A
37MidfielderArmin Gigović6.71G2A
6MidfielderEdimilson Fernandes7.22G5A
39MidfielderDarian Maleš6.96G1A
10MidfielderAlvyn Sanches7.59G5A
7MidfielderAlan Virginius6.94G7A
29ForwardChris Bedia7.116G4A
FC Lugano
16GoalkeeperDavid von Ballmoos7.1
6DefenderAntonios Papadopoulos7.03G
17DefenderLars Lukas Mai7.21A
3DefenderHannes Delcroix7.01G
8MidfielderAnto Grgić7.47G5A
21MidfielderYanis Cimignani7.03G1A
29MidfielderMohamed Belhadj Mahmoud6.61G
25MidfielderUran Bislimi7.15G3A
26MidfielderMartim Marques6.51G2A
11ForwardRenato Steffen7.16G3A
24ForwardElias Pihlström6.3

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, BSC Young Boys have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. FC Lugano show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

BSC Young Boys

DDDWLW

FC Lugano

WWDDLW

BSC Young Boys vs FC Lugano Head to Head Results

BSC Young Boys and FC Lugano have met 2 times — BSC Young Boys won 1, FC Lugano won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (3 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). 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.

1

BSC Young Boys

0

Drawn

1

FC Lugano

Goals: 3Goals: 4

Recent Meetings (2)

21 Dec 2025FC Lugano3 – 0BSC Young Boys
31 Aug 2025BSC Young Boys3 – 1FC Lugano
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 23 Mar 2026