Basel 1-3 St. Gallen: Result and Stats, 14 May 2026
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- 10'B. Traore
- 39'N. Vouilloz
- 47'L. Leroy
- 60'D. Schmid
- 88'N. VouillozK. Koindredi
- 10'T. Gaal
- 13'A. Balde
- 50'C. Kleine-Bekel
- 51'A. Balde
- 78'C. BoukhalfaM. Stevanovic
- 87'B. Fazliji
- 89'N. Scherrer
- +1 more
Match details
10Corners8
Substitutions
- 46'L. Daschner↔T. GaalSt. Gallen
- 57'K. Koindredi↔X. ShaqiriBasel
- 57'A. Ajeti↔G. KolotoBasel
- 61'D. Besio↔A. VogtSt. Gallen
- 67'I. Salah↔L. LeroyBasel
- 75'B. Fazliji↔L. GortlerSt. Gallen
- 81'K. Ruegg↔K. TsunemotoBasel
- 81'A. Rexhaj↔J. DuranvilleBasel
- 83'J. Quintilla↔C. BoukhalfaSt. Gallen
- 83'N. Scherrer↔C. KonietzkeSt. Gallen
Match Feed
Commentary
90'
Chima Okoroji (yellowcards)
89'
Nevio Scherrer (goals)
87'
Betim Fazliji (yellowcards)
78'
Carlo Boukhalfa (goals)
50'
Colin Noah Kleine-Bekel (yellowcards)
47'
Leo Leroy (yellowcards)
39'
Nicolas Vouilloz (yellowcards)
13'
Dominik Schmid (var)
13'
Aliou Balde (yellowcards)
10'
Tom Gaal (yellowcards)
10'
Bénie Traoré (yellowcards)
Match Info
VenueSt. Jakob-Park, Basel
RefereeLukas Fahndrich, Switzerland
Added Time H1+1 min
Added Time H2+4 min
Match Statistics
11Total Shots21
2Shots on Target6
5Shots off Target9
4Blocked Shots6
8Shots in Box14
403Passes264
330Accurate Passes180
10Corners8
12Fouls23
1Offsides3
4Yellow Cards5
3Saves1
Recent Form
Basel
LWLLD
Gallen
WLLWL
League Table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lugano | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0 | +20 | 25 | |
| 2 | Young Boys | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | +13 | 19 | |
| 3 | Sion | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | +9 | 19 | |
| 4 | Basel | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 13 | |
| 5 | St. Gallen | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 13 | |
| 6 | Luzern | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | -1 | 12 | |
| 7 | Zurich | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | -6 | 11 | |
| 8 | Servette | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | -2 | 10 | |
| 9 | Thun | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | -8 | 10 | |
| 10 | Grasshoppers | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | -11 | 8 |
Player Statistics
Basel
Xherdan Shaqiri
Top scorer · 1
| Player | Min | G | A | Sh | On | Tkl | Y | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philip Otele | 180 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Keigo Tsunemoto | 180 | 0 | 0 | 1 | - | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Metinho | 180 | 0 | 0 | 1 | - | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Marwin Hitz | 180 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| Xherdan Shaqiri © | 176 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Nicolas Vouilloz | 101 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Eduardo do Nascimento Pereira dos Santos Kaio | 9 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 1 | 0 | 0 |
St. Gallen
Carlo Boukhalfa
Top scorer · 12
Lukas Gortler
Top assists · 7
| Player | Min | G | A | Sh | On | Tkl | Y | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence Ati Zigi © | 3150 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Carlo Boukhalfa | 3111 | 12 | 3 | 60 | 33 | 39 | 10 | 0 |
| Chima Okoroji | 2955 | 3 | 3 | 20 | 7 | 52 | 8 | 0 |
| Hugo Vandermersch | 2813 | 2 | 2 | 24 | 11 | 36 | 8 | 0 |
| Jozo Stanic | 2808 | 2 | 0 | 13 | 3 | 58 | 10 | 0 |
| Tom Gaal | 2653 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 5 | 47 | 6 | 0 |
| Lukas Gortler © | 2595 | 9 | 7 | 45 | 16 | 63 | 12 | 1 |
| Lukas Daschner © | 2070 | 1 | 2 | 24 | 4 | 33 | 6 | 0 |
| Christian Witzig | 1994 | 4 | 3 | 38 | 21 | 36 | 1 | 0 |
| Behar Neziri | 1529 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 46 | 6 | 0 |
| Cyrill May | 1472 | 0 | 1 | 5 | - | 26 | 3 | 0 |
Head to Head
Basel
53
Draws
34
116 played
St. Gallen
29
46%25%
Previous Meetings
20.09.2026Super League
Basel
1 - 3
St. Gallen14.05.2026Super League
Basel
1 - 3
St. Gallen08.03.2026Super League
St. Gallen
3 - 0
Basel04.02.2026Cup
St. Gallen
2 - 1
Basel30.11.2025Super League
Basel
0 - 0
St. Gallen26.07.2025Super League
St. Gallen
2 - 1
Basel22.02.2025Super League
St. Gallen
2 - 2
Basel08.12.2024Super League
St. Gallen
1 - 1
Basel20.10.2024Super League
Basel
2 - 1
St. Gallen11.02.2024Super League
Basel
1 - 0
St. GallenOur Prediction
The analytical model suggests a Win Probability of 39% for Basel and 34% for St. Gallen. A 2-2 draw or 2-1 Basel win are the most frequent simulation results. Over 2.5 goals is a high-probability KPI at 68%.
Top scorelines
2-22-1
Key Insights
Basel has failed to keep a clean sheet in 7 consecutive H2Hs.St. Gallen leads the league in high turnovers leading to shots.Basel averages 2.1 goals per match at home.St. Gallen's away matches average 3.5 total goals.
Cards and Corners
StatBaselGallen
Yellow Cards
2
3
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
5
6
Due to St. Gallen's aggressive style, the foul count is expected to be high. Corner kicks are projected to exceed the league average of 9.5.
Basel vs St. Gallen Analysis
8 May 2026Introduction
The Swiss Super League fixture between Basel and St. Gallen presents a match of high tactical intensity. Basel, traditionally a dominant force, has transitioned into a more fluid attacking model that prioritizes youth and technical speed. St. Gallen, under their established philosophy, continues to be the league's most aggressive high-pressing unit, leading in PPDA (Passes Per Defensive Action) metrics. This clash of styles will be decided by Basel's ability to build out from the back against St. Gallen's relentless pressure. Historically, these matches produce a high number of midfield turnovers and goals from transition phases, making it a key tactical watch for Super League enthusiasts.
Match Overview
Expect a chaotic, high-tempo match where physical fitness and tactical focus for the full 90 minutes will be the deciding factors. St. Jakob-Park atmosphere will be a major variable.
Team Analysis
Basel's strength lies in their technical proficiency in the final third, consistently generating an xG above 1.5. Their weakness is a fragile transition defense, often leaving the center-backs exposed when the high press fails. St. Gallen boasts an elite counter-press, winning the ball back in high areas more than any other Swiss side. However, their defensive line is prone to being bypassed by long, direct balls. St. Gallen's high-risk, high-reward approach leads to high variance in their results, while Basel seeks stability through possession.
Tactical Analysis
High-Efficiency Tactical Setup: St. Gallen's 4-4-2 diamond offers central density. Defensive Vulnerability Insight: Basel's wing-backs leave significant space behind during high attacks. High-Impact Substitution Patterns: Basel frequently changes their forward line to maintain pressing energy.
Head to Head
Head-to-head encounters are statistically high-scoring, with both teams finding the net in 80% of their last five meetings, reflecting the offensive nature of both tactical systems.
Verdict
St. Gallen's pressing intensity will likely disrupt Basel's rhythm, but Basel's individual quality should secure a result. The tactical takeaway is the efficiency of the high press versus technical possession.
FAQ
How many goals do St. Gallen matches average?+
Away matches for St. Gallen average 3.5 total goals per game this season.
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