Super League· Season 2025
Match Summary
Grasshoppers defeated FC Winterthur 3:2. The match was played in Super League 2025. Goals were scored by P. Kasami 7′, P. Kasami 10′, D. Abels 60′ (pen.), Lee Young-Jun 62′, D. Abels 70′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Grasshoppers had 49% possession while FC Winterthur held 51%. Grasshoppers had 14 shots (6 on target) compared to 14 (5 on target) for FC Winterthur. Expected goals: Grasshoppers 1.49 — FC Winterthur 1.43. Grasshoppers made 3 substitutions, FC Winterthur made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Grasshoppers and FC Winterthur — 5 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: S. Krasniqi
assist: J. Asp
Match Statistics
Grasshoppers had 49% possession against FC Winterthur's 51%. Grasshoppers registered 14 shots (6 on target) while FC Winterthur managed 14 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 10–6. Fouls committed: 11–12.
Lineups
Grasshoppers lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under Gernot Messner, while FC Winterthur deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Patrick Rahmen.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Grasshoppers is 6.76, compared to 6.79 for FC Winterthur. 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 J. Hammel (6.99), while FC Winterthur's best-rated player is S. Kapino (7.29).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Grasshoppers have contributed 17 goals and 15 assists this season, led by J. Asp (8G). FC Winterthur's starters account for 31 goals and 22 assists, spearheaded by A. Hunziker (11G). 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 6.76 on average, against FC Winterthur's 4-man backline averaging 6.53. 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 6.73, versus FC Winterthur's 5 rated 6.88. 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 6.62, compared to 1 for FC Winterthur averaging 6.88. 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 69% for Grasshoppers and 71% for FC Winterthur. 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
Grasshoppers's starters have collected 41 yellow cards this season, compared to 40 for FC Winterthur. 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 23.7 (youngest: J. Asp (19), oldest: M. Frey (31)), while FC Winterthur average 25.9 (youngest: L. Luthi (22), oldest: P. Kasami (33)). 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 24 league appearances each, versus 26 for FC Winterthur. 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
Coach: Gernot Messner
Substitutes
Coach: Patrick Rahmen
Rivalry since 2019
Grasshoppers vs FC Winterthur Head to Head Results· 23
Grasshoppers and FC Winterthur have met 23 times — Grasshoppers won 7, FC Winterthur won 10, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. FC Winterthur leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 23 meetings. A combined 60 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.61 per match (26 for the home side, 34 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 12 matches (52%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 10 games (43%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Grasshoppers are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–6 in 2020.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Grasshoppers have recorded 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats. FC Winterthur show 1 win, 1 draw and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
Match Prediction
Statistical tip
Double chance: Grasshoppers or draw
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Grasshoppers
2.23
Pinnacle
Draw
3.70
Betfair
FC Winterthur
3.30
Unibet
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026