Sion v Luzern: Fragile Defences Point to Goals
Sion and Luzern both come into this match with attacking promise but defensive concerns. With each side showing they can score while struggling at the back, the case points toward over goals.
By 7MTHScore StaffTeam news
Sion used Rugamba as the lone striker in their last Swiss Super League match, with attacking midfielder Bertas pushing forward from deep, but neither player managed to score. Their back line was poor and repeatedly exposed. Although midfielder Baltazar and substitute forward Wesley Pottier each scored to help the team level at one stage, they conceded twice more afterwards and eventually lost.
Luzern started their last Swiss Super League game with Villiger and Guillemenot as a front two, but both were fairly quiet. Instead, centre-back Knezevic opened the scoring early and delivered an encouraging display. However, the defence then faltered and the team let the game slip from a winning position into defeat.
Sion have no injury or suspension concerns. Luzern also have no injury or suspension concerns.
Recent form
Sion lost 4-2 to Young Boys in their last Swiss Super League outing. Their recent matches have shown a clear pattern of strong attacking play but weak defending, with goals scored and conceded at both ends. Their home attacking threat has generally been dependable, so they are expected to take the initiative here as they look to bounce back from their opening league defeat.
Luzern were beaten 3-1 by Thun in their last Swiss Super League match, and together with their earlier club fixtures, their defending has looked only average. Still, their away scoring ability at the end of last season was quite solid, so this match also points strongly toward a high-scoring outcome.
Head-to-head
The teams have drawn each of their last three league meetings, with the most recent ending 0-0. Their last meeting produced seven corners.