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
Key match information
Neuchâtel Xamax played Rapperswil-Jona in Challenge League (Switzerland). The match was played on 15 March 2026. Final score: 3:2.
Current form
Neuchâtel Xamax: 2-2-1, 1.60 points/match. Rapperswil-Jona: 2-1-2, 1.40 points/match.
Goal statistics
Neuchâtel Xamax scores 1.32 and concedes 1.36 goals per match. Rapperswil-Jona scores 1.16 and concedes 1.56. League average: 2.79 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: Neuchâtel Xamax 56%, Rapperswil-Jona 52%. Over 2.5: Neuchâtel Xamax 56%, Rapperswil-Jona 56%. League level: BTTS 50%, Over 2.5 53%.
xG, shots and style
Neuchâtel Xamax has higher xG: 1.55 vs 1.37. Neuchâtel Xamax: 13.4 shots per match, Rapperswil-Jona: 11.1.
Match halves
Neuchâtel Xamax: half-time lead 24%, second-half goals 0.76. Rapperswil-Jona: half-time lead 28%, second-half goals 0.48.
Goals by minute
Neuchâtel Xamax: 76-90+ (8 goals). Rapperswil-Jona: 31-45+ (9 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
Challenge League: 2.79 goals per match, BTTS 50%, Over 2.5 53%.
Head-to-head
Before this fixture, 2 previous H2H matches were available: 2-0-0. Average goals 3.50, BTTS 100%.
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.
View the statistical overviewHalf-by-half
Match statistics
Pre-match profile— what do the season numbers say?
This is a team profile based on season data and form. Match-flow statistics are shown only after the fixture is played.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Attack and defence comparison for both teams in the current 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 matches and season record, overall and split by home and away matches.
Neuchâtel Xamax is 14% better for: last-5 form.
1.6 pts / match - Neuchâtel Xamax · 1.4 pts / match - 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 match.
1.32 goals / match - Neuchâtel Xamax · 1.16 goals / match - Rapperswil-Jona
Neuchâtel Xamax is 15% better for: goals conceded per match.
1.36 goals / match - Neuchâtel Xamax · 1.56 goals / match - Rapperswil-Jona
Neuchâtel Xamax scores in 68% of matches (17 of 25 matches), while Rapperswil-Jona keeps a clean sheet in 28% (7 of 25 matches).
Rapperswil-Jona scores in 76% of matches (19 of 25 matches), while Neuchâtel Xamax keeps a clean sheet in 20% (5 of 25 matches).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away matches in the current season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often both teams' matches have goals on both sides, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these matches cross the goal lines?
How often matches involving these teams clear goal thresholds, in the full match and in each half.
Full match - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Neuchâtel Xamax
Over / Under - Rapperswil-Jona
1st half
2nd half
Match 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 / match - Neuchâtel Xamax · 1.36 pts / match - Rapperswil-Jona
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Neuchâtel Xamax - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 24% of matches and wins 36%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Defence stays stable across the full match.
Rapperswil-Jona - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 28% of matches and wins 36%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Concedes 0.4 more goals per match after half-time - defensive level drops in the second half.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.40 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Average goals in match | 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 match | 1.60 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / match | 1.0 | 0.6 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.8 | 1.2 |
| Average goals in match | 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 |
* Colours in tables show event frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate, red is rare. It is frequency, not a team rating.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
Match phases in which both teams most often score and concede.
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 based on completed matches from the current season.
Match profile
Neuchâtel Xamax
Rapperswil-Jona
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range are calculated from public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical match profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed matches 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 in match | ▼ 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
Recent meetings (2): Neuchâtel Xamax 2 - 0 - 0 Rapperswil-Jona. Average goals 3.50, both teams scored in 100% matches.
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.