FC Zurich vs Basel Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 25 Jan 2026
Super League Betting Preview: FC Zurich vs Basel
FC Zurich square off against Basel at Letzigrund Stadion, with kick-off set for 11:30 on Sunday 25 January.
Zurich +0.5 could be the best bet when they go up against Basel. We’ll take Asian Handicap odds of -109 that the home team manage to either land a victory or draw, giving us two outcomes for our money.
FC Zurich faced Servette away when last in action. It was a 1-1 draw at Stade de Geneve. FCZ ended up with just 38% possession and had four shots on target, while Damienus Reverson was the goalscorer.
FC Basel drew 1-1 in their previous Super League game. This was at home against FC Sion at St. Jakob Park. The Bebbi had 51% possession and managed five shots on goal, with Flavius Daniliuc finding the net.
Three days ago, Basel were beaten 3-1 when facing Red Bull Salzburg away in the Europa League.
Head-to-Head Statistics
FCB have three successive wins against FCZ. In their last encounter, FCB enjoyed a 2-0 victory when hosting at St. Jakob Park. The previous 10 H2H matches include three FCB victories, two FCZ wins along with five draws.
| Swiss Super League | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Basel |
29 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 42 | 38 | 4 | 42:38 | 46 |
| 10 | FC Zurich |
29 | 9 | 4 | 16 | 41 | 57 | -16 | 41:57 | 31 |
3 wins, 4 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.4 goals from 5.9 shots on goal and 10.6 attempts. FCZ have had 51.2% possession and 4.4 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.7 goals from 4.9 shots on goal and 9.4 attempts, while the opposition have been awarded 4.8 corners.
Top goalscorers Matthias Phaeton and Philippe Keny have found the net 4 times, with Damienus Reverson scoring 2. Jahnoah Markelo has made the most assists with 3.
FCB have won 3, lost 1 and drawn 6, averaging 4.9 shots on goal, 10.0 attempts and 0.9 goals. Ludovic Magnin's team average 55.7% possession, 6.4 corners taken and 4.7 corners against them, while 0.6 goals have been conceded from 10.2 attempts and 4.5 shots on goal.
Benie Traore is top of the team’s scoring charts with 3, while Flavius Daniliuc, Moritz Broschinski, Koba Koindredi and Xherdan Shaqiri have 1. Xherdan Shaqiri has managed 4 assists in the last 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
FC Zurich confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Yanick Brecher (GK), Nelson Palacio, Jorge Segura, David Vujevic, Chris Kablan, Cheveyo Tsawa, Miguel Reichmuth, Livano Comenencia, Matthias Phaeton, Bledian Krasniqi, Philippe Keny.
Basel confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Marwin Hitz (GK), Kevin Rueegg, Jonas Adjetey, Flavius Daniliuc, Dominik Schmid, Koba Koindredi, Dion Kacuri, Jeremy Agbonifo, Xherdan Shaqiri, Philip Otele, Albian Ajeti.
FC Zurich vs Basel Prediction & Betting Tips
Our FC Zurich vs Basel betting tips provide expert coverage of all major angles, including our main match prediction, correct score recommendation, corners betting angle and best bet builder insights.
Match Prediction
Zurich +0.5 can deliver a return for this Super League clash. We’ll side with the home team on the Asian Handicap, with the stats backing up this selection which is on offer at odds of -109.
We study the Super League form as a first port of call and also make sure we’re across any injuries before making our football predictions. Then it’s a case of understanding the sort of narrative that the stats provide.
Key FC Zurich vs Basel league stats:
The latest odds at the best betting sites suggest our pick carries a 52.1% chance of winning. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success between 55-60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
We’ve got a correct score prediction which involves the teams playing out a 1-1 draw. Odds of +480 look appealing and we should get a run for our money here.
Corners Prediction
The 5.5 corners line has not been covered by Basel in two straight games, while the past four FCZ home matches have seen under 5.5 corners conceded. We’re anticipating FCB to fall short of the line, with this Team Corners wager available at -130.
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Bet Builder Tips
If you want to try a same-game multi, have a play on FCZ to cover the +0.5 Asian Handicap, Yes on the BTTS market merged with Basel to have under 5.5 corners.
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FC Zurich vs Basel Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
FC Basel are available at -108 to come away with a triumph in this Super League clash, meaning a 52% likelihood of winning according to the published betting odds. FC Zurich are seen as the most unlikely winner at +250.
There’s the option to get some insurance on your bet by going down the Draw No Bet route. This allows you to back FCB at -233 with a safety net or alternatively opt for FCZ at +160.
Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest odds and that means three goals or more are anticipated. If you’re anticipating that both teams will score, the BTTS Yes option can be wagered at -179.
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FCZ have clocked up five losses, four wins and one draw in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 1.60 goals per match and conceding 1.90.
Basel have gone unbeaten away in the last four games. The Bebbi have finished with five wins, three losses and two draws in the last 10 away matches, scoring an average of 1.50 goals per game and conceding 1.40.
FCB overcame FCZ 4-0 when the sides last met at Letzigrund Stadion. The past 10 H2H meetings at Letzigrund Stadion have featured four triumphs for FCB, three for FCZ and three draws.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FC Zurich Home Stats |
4-1-5 | 3.50 | 1.60 | 1.90 | 8 | 2 | 7 | 3 | |
Basel Away Stats |
5-2-3 | 2.90 | 1.50 | 1.40 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 3 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
- Swiss Super League: 29/10 2025 Basel 2 FC Zurich 0
- Swiss Super League: 12/04 2025 FC Zurich 0 Basel 4
- Swiss Super League: 02/02 2025 FC Zurich 0 Basel 1
- Swiss Super League: 21/09 2024 Basel 0 FC Zurich 2
- Swiss Super League: 30/03 2024 Basel 2 FC Zurich 2
- Swiss Super League: 21/01 2024 FC Zurich 0 Basel 0
- Swiss Super League: 03/09 2023 Basel 2 FC Zurich 2
- Swiss Super League: 07/05 2023 Basel 0 FC Zurich 2
- Swiss Super League: 08/04 2023 FC Zurich 1 Basel 1
- Swiss Super League: 20/10 2022 Basel 0 FC Zurich 0
FC Zurich League Stats
Basel League Stats
- 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 5 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 3 wins, 1 defeat and 6 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.40 corners awarded and 4.80 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 4.60 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.30 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 6.40 corners awarded and 4.70 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.40 corners awarded and 5.30 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 11.10 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.70 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 51.20% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 55.80% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 55.70% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 55.70% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for FC Zurich this season are Philippe Keny (7), Matthias Phaeton (6), Steven Zuber (4)
- Top Assistors for FC Zurich this season are Emmanuel Umeh (4), Bledian Krasniqi (3), Jahnoah Markelo (3)
FC Zurich vs Basel Lineups & Team News
Check the FCZ vs FCB team news before you place your bets. Stay informed with confirmed Super League lineups and the most recent injury news.
FC Zurich Confirmed Lineup 3-4-3
Basel Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
FC Zurich Confirmed Lineup 3-4-3
Basel Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
FC Zurich Substitutes
- 1Silas Huber
- 11Emmanuel Umeh
- 14Nevio Di Giusto
- 18Mohamed Bangoura
- 29Damienus Reverson
- 39Isaiah Okafor
- 44Sebastian Walker
- 46Jill Stiel
- 48Daniel Ihendu
Basel Substitutes
- 11Benie Traore
- 13Mirko Salvi
- 14Andrej Bacanin
- 18Julien Duranville
- 19Marin Soticek
- 22Leo Leroy
- 29Moussa Cisse
- 43Marvin Akahomen
- 46Kaio Eduardo
Previous FC Zurich Lineups
Previous Basel Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
FC Zurich Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Dennis Hediger
Basel Player Stats & Squad
Super League Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thun | 29 | 22 | 2 | 5 | 66:32 | 68 |
| 2 | St. Gallen | 29 | 16 | 6 | 7 | 58:35 | 54 |
| 3 | Lugano | 29 | 14 | 7 | 8 | 46:36 | 49 |
| 4 | Basel | 29 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 42:38 | 46 |
| 5 | Sion | 29 | 10 | 12 | 7 | 41:33 | 42 |
| 6 | Young Boys | 29 | 12 | 6 | 11 | 58:55 | 42 |
| 7 | Luzern | 29 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 57:54 | 36 |
| 8 | Lausanne | 29 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 45:47 | 36 |
| 9 | Servette | 29 | 7 | 12 | 10 | 47:53 | 33 |
| 10 | FC Zurich | 29 | 9 | 4 | 16 | 41:57 | 31 |
| 11 | Grasshoppers | 29 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 37:51 | 24 |
| 12 | Winterthur | 29 | 3 | 7 | 19 | 32:79 | 16 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thun | 15 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 34:18 | 32 |
| 2 | Lugano | 15 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 29:18 | 30 |
| 3 | St. Gallen | 15 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 29:17 | 28 |
| 4 | Young Boys | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 34:18 | 26 |
| 5 | Sion | 15 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 21:11 | 26 |
| 6 | Basel | 14 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 19:11 | 23 |
| 7 | Lausanne | 14 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 26:24 | 17 |
| 8 | Servette | 15 | 3 | 7 | 5 | 22:26 | 16 |
| 9 | FC Zurich | 14 | 5 | 1 | 8 | 24:29 | 16 |
| 10 | Luzern | 14 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 31:31 | 14 |
| 11 | Grasshoppers | 15 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 22:24 | 14 |
| 12 | Winterthur | 14 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 19:33 | 10 |
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