Swiss Super LeagueLetzigrund, Zürich22°10 km/h

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    GrasshopperGrasshopperPossession control
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    FC ZürichFC ZürichCounter-attacks & crosses
    The model's lean: 1 · Grasshopper (39%)Best value by the model: X · Draw @ 3.53 (+13 %)

    Grasshopper – FC Zürich · Swiss Super League

    1 · Grasshopper 39%X 32%29% FC Zürich · 2

    Analysis: Grasshopper – FC Zürich

    Marcus Johansson · · Analysis from the match model · How the predictions work

    Grasshopper have struggled against FC Zürich, managing just one win in their last eight encounters since 2023. This head-to-head record, with Zürich winning six of those matches, might suggest dominance. However, a deeper dive into the current season's form and expected goals tells a more nuanced story. Grasshopper's current three-game losing streak adds weight to their underdog status, yet the model still leans towards a Grasshopper win at 39%, reflecting a belief that past results may not fully represent the teams' current capabilities.

    Grasshopper's approach of possession control may be tested against Zürich's counter-attacking prowess. The visitors excel in exploiting spaces and crosses, making them a threat on the break. Despite this, both teams show similar xG and xGA numbers, each averaging 1.4 xG per game while conceding 1.6 xGA, suggesting a potential equilibrium in open play. This balance is reflected in the model's most likely scoreline of 1-1, with a 12% chance, which aligns with a 57% probability for both teams to score.

    The model gives Grasshopper a slight edge, but the numbers also highlight value in the draw, particularly at odds of 3.55 with Betsafe, Betsson, and Nordicbet. This price carries a 13% edge over the model's 32% probability for a stalemate, making it an intriguing option for bettors.

    Taking everything into account, this fixture might not break the mold of recent encounters, but it offers strategic betting angles. With the over/under 2.5 goals priced at 53%, the market suggests a close game with potential for goals, yet the most compelling value lies in the draw. This insight, coupled with Grasshopper's fragile form, provides a sharper focus on where the betting opportunity may lie.

    GrasshopperGrasshopper
    Form WDLLL
    League ranking xG #7xGA #7xT #5xP/match #9Points #12
    Key players
    • Samuel Sebastian KrasniqiLWxG 0.20 · xT 0.38
    • Tim MeyerCDMxG 0.00 · xT 0.10
    • Amir Malush AbrashiCAMxG 0.13 · xT 0.04
    FC ZürichFC Zürich
    Form LWLLW
    League ranking xG #9xGA #8xT #8xP/match #4Points #7
    Key players
    • Philippe KenyFxG 0.43 · xT 0.07
    • Alexander HackCBxG 0.05 · xT 0.10
    • Umeh EmmanuelLWxG 0.19 · xT 0.28

    Match prediction: Grasshopper – FC Zürich

    Predicted score matrix

    FC Zürich →
    Grasshopper →
    0
    1
    2
    3
    4+
    0
    0–06.4%
    0–17.4%
    0–25.0%
    0–32.1%
    0–4+0.9%
    1
    1–08.9%
    1–112.2%
    1–27.6%
    1–33.2%
    1–4+1.4%
    2
    2–07.0%
    2–19.0%
    2–25.8%
    2–32.5%
    2–4+1.0%
    3
    3–03.6%
    3–14.6%
    3–22.9%
    3–31.2%
    3–4+0.5%
    4+
    4+–01.9%
    4+–12.4%
    4+–21.6%
    4+–30.7%
    4+–4+0.3%
    Probability per final score. Rows = home goals, columns = away goals.

    Most likely scorelines

    1. 1.1-112%
    2. 2.2-19%
    3. 3.1-09%
    4. 4.1-28%
    5. 5.0-17%
    Expected goals
    1,52–1,28
    Both teams to score
    57%

    Over/under goals

    Expected goals: 2,8
    Under 2,547%
    @2.22EV+1%
    Over 2,553%
    @1.67

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    01 · 2 legs

    Safe

    • Double chance Grasshopper or draw (1X)68%
    • Over 1.5 goals77%

    Combined probability

    53%

    Fair odds

    1.88

    Two legs pulling the same way — the probability is computed exactly from the score matrix, not multiplied.

    02 · 3 legs

    Balanced

    • Double chance Grasshopper or draw (1X)68%
    • Over 2.5 goals53%
    • Michael Frey to score31%

    Combined probability

    –

    Fair odds

    –

    The whole slip is priced jointly via 20,000 simulated matches — the scorer interacts with result and total goals, never naive multiplication.

    03 · 4 legs

    Bold

    • Both teams to score57%
    • Over 2.5 goals53%
    • Michael Frey to score31%
    • Leandro Schödler to be booked24%

    Combined probability

    –

    Fair odds

    –

    The goal-fest: both teams score with at least three goals, plus the match's most likely scorer and card candidate — all priced jointly via 20,000 simulated matches.

    Odds & value

    The model's value spots

    Bets where the model's probability beats what the odds imply (EV+).

    • X · Draw32% probability@3.53PinnacleEV+13%reference odds
    • X · Draw32% probability@3.40BetsafeEV+9%reference odds
    • X · Draw32% probability@3.40BetssonEV+9%reference odds
    Bookmaker1 · GrasshopperX2 · FC Zürich
    Betfair Exchange1.961.852.52
    Betsafe
    EV+ 2%
    2.62
    EV+ 9%
    3.40    		2.42
    Betsson
    EV+ 2%
    2.62
    EV+ 9%
    3.40    		2.42
    Nordicbet
    EV+ 2%
    2.62
    EV+ 9%
    3.40    		2.42
    Pinnacle
    EV+ 8%
    2.78
    EV+ 13%
    3.53    		2.44

    Odds updated 3 Sept, 05:13

    Statistics

    Head-to-head

    8 matches
    Grasshopper 1Draw 1FC Zürich 6
    Goals: 8–13 (⌀ 2,6)

    Head-to-head based on Swiss Super League data since 2023.

    Key facts

    • Zurich dominate this fixture historically: 6 wins to 1 in 8 meetings.
    • Grasshopper have lost 3 in a row.
    xG & xGA per match — 3-game rolling average

    Solid line = created (xG), dashed = conceded (xGA).

    Grasshopper
    FC Zürich
    When goals are scored and conceded — 2026
    Grasshopper (5–12)
    FC Zürich (7–12)
    Pass networks

    Last 5 matches. Circle size = pass volume, line width = combinations between players. Attacking left to right.

    Grasshopper
    Luka Mikulić: 150 passningar, xT 0.12MikulićSimone Stroscio: 125 passningar, xT 0.71StroscioNico Rissi: 120 passningar, xT 0.35RissiTim Meyer: 117 passningar, xT 0.22MeyerSamuel Sebastian Krasniqi: 103 passningar, xT 0.99KrasniqiAmir Malush Abrashi: 85 passningar, xT 0.12AbrashiÓscar Clemente Mues: 70 passningar, xT 1.11MuesJustin Hammel: 65 passningar, xT 0.1HammelAbdoulaye Diaby: 48 passningar, xT 0.09DiabyDorian Paloschi: 43 passningar, xT 0.05PaloschiImourane Hassane: 41 passningar, xT 0.03Hassane
    FC Zürich
    Lindrit Kamberi: 163 passningar, xT 0.18KamberiSelmin Hodza: 152 passningar, xT 0.75HodzaHeinz Lindner: 123 passningar, xT 0.18LindnerIlan Sauter: 108 passningar, xT 0.13SauterNeil Volken: 101 passningar, xT 0.66VolkenLeandro Schödler: 95 passningar, xT 0.06SchödlerBledian Krasniqi: 91 passningar, xT 0.16KrasniqiAlexander Hack: 78 passningar, xT 0.19HackUmeh Emmanuel: 66 passningar, xT 1.23EmmanuelValon Berisha: 65 passningar, xT 0BerishaKevin Spadanuda: 63 passningar, xT 0.19Spadanuda
    xT networks

    The same network weighted by offensive threat (xT): circle size = threat created by the player, line width = threat of the combinations. Last 5 matches, attacking left to right.

    Grasshopper
    Luka Mikulić: 150 passningar, xT 0.12MikulićSimone Stroscio: 125 passningar, xT 0.71StroscioNico Rissi: 120 passningar, xT 0.35RissiTim Meyer: 117 passningar, xT 0.22MeyerSamuel Sebastian Krasniqi: 103 passningar, xT 0.99KrasniqiAmir Malush Abrashi: 85 passningar, xT 0.12AbrashiÓscar Clemente Mues: 70 passningar, xT 1.11MuesJustin Hammel: 65 passningar, xT 0.1HammelAbdoulaye Diaby: 48 passningar, xT 0.09DiabyDorian Paloschi: 43 passningar, xT 0.05PaloschiImourane Hassane: 41 passningar, xT 0.03Hassane
    FC Zürich
    Lindrit Kamberi: 163 passningar, xT 0.18KamberiSelmin Hodza: 152 passningar, xT 0.75HodzaHeinz Lindner: 123 passningar, xT 0.18LindnerIlan Sauter: 108 passningar, xT 0.13SauterNeil Volken: 101 passningar, xT 0.66VolkenLeandro Schödler: 95 passningar, xT 0.06SchödlerBledian Krasniqi: 91 passningar, xT 0.16KrasniqiAlexander Hack: 78 passningar, xT 0.19HackUmeh Emmanuel: 66 passningar, xT 1.23EmmanuelValon Berisha: 65 passningar, xT 0BerishaKevin Spadanuda: 63 passningar, xT 0.19Spadanuda

    The teams in numbers

    PerformanceGrasshopperFC Zürich
    Points16
    xPoints4.87.5
    xG per match1.41.4
    xGA per match1.61.6
    xG within 8s of winning the ball0.380.14
    xGA within 8s of losing the ball0.290.2
    Playing styleGrasshopperFC Zürich
    Build-up efficiency0.280.32
    Field tilt0.530.39
    xT per match1.21.1
    xTA per match1.41.3
    Won balls, offensive half2621
    Pressing intensity0.240.23
    Pressing efficiency0.290.29
    Pressing efficiency, offensive half0.290.24
    Entries into the box per match1310
    Entries into the box against1416
    Pass completion %0.680.71
    Pass completion % under pressure0.620.68
    Passes per match289265
    Passes against per match369370
    Switches of play per match14.927.5
    Long balls per match2436
    Set piecesGrasshopperFC Zürich
    xG from free kicks0.070.05
    Corners per match4.73.9
    Corners against per match5.25.5
    xG per corner0.060.03
    xGA per corner against0.030.01
    First touch, offensive corners %0.320.68
    First touch, defensive corners %0.670.5
    OtherGrasshopperFC Zürich
    Throw-in control0.680.58
    The goalkeepersJustin Hammel (Grasshopper)Heinz Lindner (FC Zürich)
    Saves1114
    Save %48%58%
    xG prevented24%48%
    Claims0 (0%)0 (0%)

    Frequently asked questions

    Who wins Grasshopper vs FC Zürich according to our model?

    The model gives Grasshopper a 39% win probability. Full 1X2 picture: Grasshopper 39%, draw 32%, FC Zürich 29%.

    What is the most likely scoreline?

    The model's most likely final score is 1-1 at 12% probability.

    Over or under 2.5 goals?

    The model rates over 2.5 goals at 53% and under at 47%.

    Will both teams score?

    The probability of both teams scoring is 57% according to the model.

    Why are some legs locked in the bet builder?

    The same rules as the bookmakers’ builders: legs that contradict or already follow from your slip cannot be combined — for example correct score 2–1 with under 2.5 goals. The difference is that we don’t look the rules up in a table; we compute them straight from the score matrix.

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