FC St. Gallen achieved a significant 2-1 away victory against Young Boys in the Super League. This marks their first win in Bern against Young Boys in over 20 years. The decisive goal came late in the match, placing St. Gallen among the top teams in the league alongside FC Thun and FC Basel.
Key Takeaways
- FC St. Gallen defeated Young Boys 2-1, ending a two-decade winless streak in Bern.
- Captain Lukas Görtler scored the winning goal in the 87th minute.
- Young Boys missed a penalty in the 16th minute, which could have changed the game's outcome.
- FC St. Gallen now forms a top trio with FC Thun and FC Basel in the Super League standings.
- Other away teams, including Sion and Lausanne-Sport, also secured points on Sunday.
Dramatic Finish in Bern
The match between FC St. Gallen and Young Boys at the Stadion Wankdorf was marked by intense moments and a late turnaround. St. Gallen's captain, Lukas Görtler, became the hero of the day. He scored the winning goal in the 87th minute with a low shot from the edge of the penalty area. This goal came just after Chris Bedia had equalized for Young Boys.
The victory was particularly notable because Young Boys had been undefeated in 19 consecutive home league matches before this game. This result ended their impressive streak and highlighted St. Gallen's strong performance.
Match Statistics
- Final Score: Young Boys 1, FC St. Gallen 2
- Winning Goal: Lukas Görtler (87th minute)
- Young Boys' Missed Penalty: Christian Fassnacht (16th minute)
- St. Gallen's First Goal: Tom Gaal (55th minute)
Early Opportunities and Missed Penalties
The game saw an early opportunity for Young Boys to take the lead. In the 16th minute, Christian Fassnacht stepped up to take a penalty. However, he failed to convert, with FC St. Gallen goalkeeper Lawrence Ati Zigi making a crucial save. This missed chance proved costly for the home side.
FC St. Gallen capitalized on their opportunities later in the match. Tom Gaal opened the scoring for St. Gallen in the 55th minute. His goal gave the visitors a 1-0 lead, putting pressure on Young Boys to respond.
"Our team showed great resilience today. To come to Bern and secure a win after so many years is a testament to their hard work and determination," said a representative from FC St. Gallen after the match.
League Standings and Top Trio Emerges
With this victory, FC St. Gallen has solidified its position at the top of the Super League table. They are now part of a leading trio, trailing only FC Thun by a single point. FC Basel, who secured a 3-0 win against Winterthur, is also in this top group.
FC Thun remains at the top after their 3-1 victory over Servette. Young Boys currently sit four points behind Thun in the standings. Sion and FC Lugano complete the top six after nine rounds of matches. FC Lugano achieved their third consecutive win on Saturday, defeating FC Zürich 1-0.
Super League Overview
The Swiss Super League is the top-tier football league in Switzerland. It features ten teams competing for the national championship. The league is known for its competitive nature and often sees close contests for the title and European qualification spots. This season is proving to be particularly exciting with multiple teams vying for the top positions.
Other Sunday Matches and Away Wins
Sunday's matches saw a trend of away teams securing points. In addition to FC St. Gallen's win, FC Sion also celebrated an away victory. Sion defeated Grasshoppers 1-0 thanks to a penalty converted by Donat Rrudhani. The Grasshoppers played most of the match with ten men after captain Saulo Decarli received a red card in the 12th minute, impacting their defensive strategy.
Lausanne-Sport also earned a point on the road, drawing 2-2 with Luzern. Lausanne-Sport initially held a 2-0 lead. However, they conceded two late goals, with Kevin Spadanuda scoring in the 84th minute and Andrejs Ciganiks equalizing in the 90th minute for Luzern. Former Luzern player Nicky Beloko scored Lausanne's first goal.
These results highlight the competitive balance in the Super League, where away victories and draws are becoming more common. The league continues to offer unpredictable and exciting matches for fans.
- Sion's Win: 1-0 against Grasshoppers (Donat Rrudhani penalty)
- Lausanne-Sport's Draw: 2-2 against Luzern (Lost 2-0 lead)