Neuchâtel Xamax vs Rapperswil-Jona: match statistics
Neuchâtel Xamax presents solid disposition at their own stadium, where they win 42% of their matches and concede an average of just 1.08 goals per game. The hosts hold an advantage in expected goals (xG 1.67 vs 1.41), which proves the superior quality of chances created. Rapperswil-Jona is struggling with serious issues in away matches, losing as much as 58% of their fixtures and conceding an average of 1.5 goals. The visitors' recent form (1.4 PPG) is slightly weaker than the hosts' (1.6 PPG), and their away goal difference (0) indicates a lack of stability. Taking all statistics into account, Neuchâtel Xamax has a distinct advantage, although Rapperswil-Jona is capable of scoring goals (averaging 1.5 on the road), which does not rule out a draw.
Neuchâtel Xamax vs Rapperswil-Jona: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Neuchâtel Xamax played against Rapperswil-Jona in Challenge League (Switzerland). The game was played on March 15, 2026. Final score: 3:2.
Recent form
Neuchâtel Xamax has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.60 points per game. Rapperswil-Jona has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses, with 1.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Neuchâtel Xamax scores 1.32 goals per game and allows 1.36. Rapperswil-Jona scores 1.16 and allows 1.56. Games in this league average 2.79 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 56% of Neuchâtel Xamax's games and 52% of Rapperswil-Jona's. The Over 2.5 rates are 56% and 56%, compared with league averages of 50% for BTTS and 53% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Neuchâtel Xamax has the higher season xG average, 1.55 to 1.37 per game. Neuchâtel Xamax takes 13.4 shots per game, while Rapperswil-Jona takes 11.1.
First-half and second-half trends
Neuchâtel Xamax leads at halftime in 24% of its games and scores 0.76 goals per game after halftime. Rapperswil-Jona leads at halftime in 28% and scores 0.48 after halftime.
When the teams score
Neuchâtel Xamax's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (8 goals). For Rapperswil-Jona, it is minutes 31-45+ (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Challenge League games average 2.79 goals. Both teams score in 50% of games, and 53% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 2 home wins, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 3.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Neuchâtel Xamax presents solid disposition at their own stadium, where they win 42% of their matches and concede an average of just 1.08 goals per game. The hosts hold an advantage in expected goals (xG 1.67 vs 1.41), which proves the superior quality of chances created. Rapperswil-Jona is struggling with serious issues in away matches, losing as much as 58% of their fixtures and conceding an average of 1.5 goals. The visitors' recent form (1.4 PPG) is slightly weaker than the hosts' (1.6 PPG), and their away goal difference (0) indicates a lack of stability. Taking all statistics into account, Neuchâtel Xamax has a distinct advantage, although Rapperswil-Jona is capable of scoring goals (averaging 1.5 on the road), which does not rule out a draw.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Neuchâtel Xamax | Rapperswil-Jona | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 33% | 36% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.30 | 0.29 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Neuchâtel Xamax is 14% better for: last-5 form.
1.6 pts / game - Neuchâtel Xamax · 1.4 pts / game - Rapperswil-Jona
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Neuchâtel Xamax is 14% better for: goals scored per game.
1.32 goals / game - Neuchâtel Xamax · 1.16 goals / game - Rapperswil-Jona
Neuchâtel Xamax is 15% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.36 goals / game - Neuchâtel Xamax · 1.56 goals / game - Rapperswil-Jona
Neuchâtel Xamax scores in 68% of games (17 of 25 meczów), while Rapperswil-Jona keeps a clean sheet in 28% (7 of 25 meczów).
Rapperswil-Jona scores in 76% of games (19 of 25 meczów), while Neuchâtel Xamax keeps a clean sheet in 20% (5 of 25 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Neuchâtel Xamax
Over / Under - Rapperswil-Jona
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Rapperswil-Jona is 17% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.16 pts / game - Neuchâtel Xamax · 1.36 pts / game - Rapperswil-Jona
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Neuchâtel Xamax - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 24% of games and wins 36%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Rapperswil-Jona - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 28% of games and wins 36%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.4 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 0.6 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 40% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 80% |
| No goal | 60% | 80% |
| Goal difference | +3 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 1.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.8 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 60% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +1 | -3 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (8 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (9 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (11). Late-goal balance (76-90): -4 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Neuchâtel Xamax
Rapperswil-Jona
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Challenge League).
Teams vs league
| Neuchâtel Xamax | Liga | Rapperswil-Jona | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.68 | 2.79 | • 2.72 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 56% | 50% | ▲ 52% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 56% | 53% | ▲ 56% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 20% | 29% | • 28% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 72% | 67% | ▼ 64% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 76% | 79% | ▼ 76% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Head-to-head
Record from Neuchâtel Xamax's perspective: 2 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses against Rapperswil-Jona. Games average 3.50 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Neuchâtel Xamax vs Rapperswil-Jona?
The Challenge League match finished Neuchâtel Xamax 3:2 Rapperswil-Jona. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Neuchâtel Xamax and Rapperswil-Jona?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Neuchâtel Xamax won 2, Rapperswil-Jona won 0 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 3.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Neuchâtel Xamax vs Rapperswil-Jona?
Neuchâtel Xamax score 1.32 goals per game on average and Rapperswil-Jona 1.16. The Challenge League average is 2.79 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 53% of games. Both teams score in 56% of Neuchâtel Xamax's matches and 52% of Rapperswil-Jona's.
What form are Neuchâtel Xamax and Rapperswil-Jona in?
Over the last 5 games Neuchâtel Xamax have a 2-2-1 record (1.60 points per game) and Rapperswil-Jona 2-1-2 (1.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Neuchâtel Xamax vs Rapperswil-Jona?
The statistical background for Neuchâtel Xamax vs Rapperswil-Jona — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.