Super League· Season 2025
Match Summary
FC Luzern defeated FC Zurich 1:0. The match was played in Super League 2025. Goals were scored by O. Kabwit 70′. 2 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. FC Luzern had 51% possession while FC Zurich held 49%. FC Luzern had 13 shots (4 on target) compared to 16 (3 on target) for FC Zurich. Expected goals: FC Luzern 2.21 — FC Zurich 1.78. FC Luzern made 5 substitutions, FC Zurich made 5. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Bung Meng Freimann 77′).
Match Events
Match Statistics
FC Luzern had 51% possession against FC Zurich's 49%. FC Luzern registered 13 shots (4 on target) while FC Zurich managed 16 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 10–5. Fouls committed: 14–9.
Lineups
FC Luzern lined up in a 4-2-2-2 formation under Mario Frick, while FC Zurich deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Carlos Bernegger.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Luzern is 6.93, compared to 6.84 for FC Zurich. 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 O. Kabwit (7.26), while FC Zurich's best-rated player is A. Hack (7.15).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC Luzern have contributed 48 goals and 33 assists this season, led by M. Di Giusto (12G). FC Zurich's starters account for 24 goals and 15 assists, spearheaded by P. P. Keny (13G). 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 6.94 on average, against FC Zurich's 4-man backline averaging 6.89. 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 6.90, versus FC Zurich's 5 rated 6.75. 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 6.95, compared to 1 for FC Zurich averaging 6.90. 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 76% for FC Luzern and 74% for FC Zurich. 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 43 yellow cards this season, compared to 32 for FC Zurich. 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 22.0 (youngest: A. Vasovic (18), oldest: P. Dorn (29)), while FC Zurich average 25.2 (youngest: S. Huber (20), oldest: A. Hack (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 Luzern's starters average 31 league appearances each, versus 22 for FC Zurich. 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: Mario Frick
Substitutes
Coach: Carlos Bernegger
FC Luzern and FC Zurich have met 35 times — FC Luzern won 12, FC Zurich won 13, with 10 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2017. FC Zurich leads the head-to-head with 13 victories from 35 meetings. A combined 108 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.09 per match (50 for the home side, 58 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 23 matches (66%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 21 games (60%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–5 in 2018.
Recent Meetings
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Match Prediction
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
FC Luzern
1.52
Pinnacle
Draw
5.00
Dafabet
FC Zurich
5.75
10Bet
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026