UEFA Europa League League Stage - 3
BSC Young Boys 3 - 2 FT Ludogorets
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
P. Stanic (B. Tekpetey) 26'
35' ↓ D. Males ↑C. Fassnacht
45' R. Raveloson (R. Andrews)
HT
53' C. Fassnacht (E. Fernandes)
60' Armin Gigović
Caio Vidal 62'
63' C. Bedia
↓ S. Ivanov ↑Son 64'
↓ B. Tekpetey ↑E. Bile 64'
78' ↓ J. Monteiro ↑S. Cordova
78' ↓ A. Gigovic ↑S. Lauper
↓ D. Duarte ↑I. Chochev 78'
↓ F. Kaloc ↑I. Yordanov 78'
86' ↓ E. Fernandes ↑D. Pech
86' ↓ C. Bedia ↑F. Tsimba
I. Yordanov 90'
90'+2 Felix Tsimba
90'+5 Christian Fassnacht
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
BSC Young Boys
Goalkeepers
M. Keller 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
R. Andrews 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
34%
Pass Acc
T. Zoukrou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Benito 
MAGNET
89
Activity
89
Activity
86
Passes
3
Duels
J. Hadjam
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
49%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
R. Raveloson 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
E. Fernandes 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
D. Males 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
A. Gigovic
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
J. Monteiro
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Forwards
C. Bedia 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
4
Shots
6.7
Rating
BENCH
H. Lindner 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
D. Marzino
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. Janko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Mambwa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Pech
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Fassnacht 
SUPER SUB
1
Goal
1
Goal
55
Minutes
7.5
Rating
S. Lauper
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Virginius
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Cordova
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Colley
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Tsimba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ludogorets
Goalkeepers
H. Bonmann
ARCHITECT
1
Key Passes
1
Key Passes
0
Assists
26%
Pass Acc
Defenders
O. Verdon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Almeida 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
3
Fouls
6
Rating
A. Nedyalkov 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
56%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
S. Ivanov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
D. Duarte 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
6
Duels Won
86%
Win %
P. Stanic
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.6
Rating
J. Andersson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
F. Kaloc
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
B. Tekpetey
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.5
Rating
Caio Vidal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
D. Hristov
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Z. Stoimenov
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Son
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
S. Shishkov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Chochev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Stefanov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Penev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Yordanov 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.6
Rating
M. Machado
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Bile
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Erick Marcus
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
League Standings
P: 3 GD: +6
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: +4
P: 3 GD: +4
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -4
P: 3 GD: -5
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -4
P: 3 GD: -4
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +13
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +5
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -7
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -9
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -10
P: 8 GD: -11
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Wankdorf Wonders: Young Boys Overpower Ludogorets
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 88/100. A relentless attacking display and a devastating second-half surge turned a nervy deficit into a spectacular European triumph for the Swiss hosts.
Early Shocks
The visitors silenced Wankdorf Stadion early on. Ludogorets weathered the initial storm and landed a sucker punch in the 26th minute when P. Stanic finished a sharp move engineered by B. Tekpetey. Despite going behind, BSC Young Boys never panicked. The hosts controlled possession, holding the ball for 59% of the half and building relentless pressure. The off-the-charts Intensity of their pressing finally cracked the Bulgarian defence just moments before the break. R. Raveloson latched onto a brilliant feed from R. Andrews to smash home a crucial 45th-minute equaliser. That strike completely shifted the momentum heading into the dressing rooms, turning a frustrating opening period into a sturdy foundation for a spectacular comeback.
The Swiss Surge
The match truly flipped on its head immediately after the restart. The hosts came out roaring, completely disrupting the tactical Balance of the tie. In the 53rd minute, substitute C. Fassnacht justified his manager's faith by finishing a slick pass from E. Fernandes to put the Swiss side ahead. Ludogorets looked rattled, and their discipline quickly crumbled. The definitive turning point arrived on the hour mark. A chaotic sequence in the penalty area led to a lengthy VAR review, which eventually confirmed a foul on Armin Gigović. The referee pointed to the spot, and C. Bedia stepped up in the 63rd minute. He buried the penalty with absolute authority, establishing a two-goal cushion and effectively taking the wind out of the visitors' sails.
Holding the Line
With a 3-1 lead, the home side looked comfortable, racking up an impressive 4.36 expected goals and generating a barrage of 30 total shots across the ninety minutes. The Stakes were huge for both teams battling in the lower reaches of the European standings, and Ludogorets refused to surrender quietly. Substitute I. Yordanov injected some late panic into the home stands by grabbing a 90th-minute consolation goal for the visitors. However, there would be no late Upset. The Swiss outfit held their nerve through stoppage time to secure all three points. This vital victory injects fresh life into their continental campaign, lifting them to nine points and keeping their hopes of climbing the League Stage table firmly intact.
Key Questions
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
A barrage of 30 total shots, shifting tactical momentum, and a crucial second-half VAR penalty turned Wankdorf Stadion into an absolute shooting gallery.
How did BSC Young Boys complete the comeback from behind?
Raveloson struck a vital 45th-minute equaliser, providing the platform for Fassnacht's quickfire goal and Bedia's clinical penalty to overwhelm the visitors after the break.
How did substitute Rayan Raveloson change the game?
His crucial 45th-minute equaliser completely shifted the momentum right before half-time, dismantling the visitors' confidence and laying the groundwork for the second-half onslaught.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Europa League Playoff Hopes Hang in the Balance
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 29/100. With both sides hovering dangerously close to the Europa League elimination line, this clash is a desperate scramble to secure a playoff spot, even if the on-pitch quality might be lacking.
The Setup
On October 23, 2025, BSC Young Boys host Ludogorets at Wankdorf Stadion for a fixture that could define their European campaigns. With the 36-team standings creating a tight bottleneck around the top-24 playoff cut-off, the Stakes are massive. Young Boys currently sit 25th, just outside the advancement zone, while the Bulgarian side clings to 22nd place.
A modest Balance rating reflects two disjointed squads struggling to find any real consistency this autumn. Their Form metrics expose glaring defensive frailties across the board, with the two sides combining for nearly four goals conceded per match in the competition. To elevate this gritty contest, we'll need true Stars like A. Sanches dictating the home midfield and Rwan Cruz threatening up front for the visitors to inject some much-needed quality.
Key Battle
With both defenses bleeding goals at an alarming rate, the critical contest will unfold between the Swiss side's midfield engine room and the visiting backline. Expect a frantic, physical scrap in the middle of the park rather than a tactical masterclass, with chaotic transitions deciding the outcome.
Our Prediction
Our take: A gritty 1-1 draw. Both teams will push for the victory they desperately need, but mutual defensive mistakes and an overwhelming fear of losing will likely result in shared points that leave both sweating.