UEFA Europa League Play-offs
BSC Young Boys 3 - 2 FT Slovan Bratislava
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
BSC Young Boys
Midfielders
D. Takac
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C. Blackman
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G. Kashia
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K. Bajric
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S. Cruz
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R. Ibrahim
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P. Pokorny
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D. Ignatenko
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T. Barseghyan
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D. Strelec
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R. Mak
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BENCH
M. Trnovsky
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M. Macik
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M. Kukharevych
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M. Tolic
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A. Yirajang
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N. Marcelli
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S. Fogning
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A. Mustafic
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S. Zuberu
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F. Lichy
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K. Savvidis
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Slovan Bratislava
Midfielders
M. Keller
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S. Janko
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T. Zoukrou
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L. Benito
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J. Hadjam
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A. Virginius
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R. Raveloson
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E. Fernandes
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J. Monteiro
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C. Bedia
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A. Gigovic
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BENCH
H. Lindner
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D. Marzino
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S. Cordova
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E. Colley
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D. Pech
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C. Fassnacht
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F. Tsimba
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L. Blum
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S. Lauper
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J. Luthi
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O. Mambwa
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2025 | Slovan Bratislava | 0 - 1 | BSC Young Boys | UEFA Europa League | Štadión Tehelné pole |
| 07/28/2021 | BSC Young Boys | 3 - 2 | Slovan Bratislava | UEFA Champions League | Stadion Wankdorf |
| 07/21/2021 | Slovan Bratislava | 0 - 0 | BSC Young Boys | UEFA Champions League | Štadión Tehelné pole |
| 11/27/2014 | Slovan Bratislava | 1 - 3 | BSC Young Boys | UEFA Europa League | Štadión Pasienky |
| 09/18/2014 | BSC Young Boys | 5 - 0 | Slovan Bratislava | UEFA Europa League | STADE DE SUISSE Wankdorf Bern |
08/21/2025
07/28/2021
07/21/2021
11/27/2014
09/18/2014
BSC Young Boys Win
Slovan Bratislava Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Gigovic Brace Secures Europa League Spot for Young Boys in Five-Goal Thriller
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 64/100. A relentless attacking display from Slovan Bratislava wasn't enough to overturn the aggregate deficit as Young Boys capitalized on clinical finishing to advance.
Opening Act
Entering Wankdorf Stadion with a narrow 1-0 aggregate lead courtesy of C. Bedia's first-leg strike, Young Boys knew they had a target on their backs. The hosts edged possession with 51% of the ball, but Slovan Bratislava brought an off-the-charts Intensity to the pitch immediately. The visitors pressed high, desperate to level the tie early. However, Swiss patience paid off in the 29th minute. J. Monteiro carved open the defense to find A. Gigovic, who slotted home to double the aggregate advantage. Before the away side could regroup, Monteiro struck again, this time feeding Bedia in the 37th minute to make it 2-0 on the night. Just as the stadium began to celebrate early, R. Mak pulled one back for Slovan in the 43rd minute, reminding everyone that this European tie was far from over.
The Pivot
Coming out of the tunnel for the second half, the Stakes could not have been higher. Slovan needed a miracle and proceeded to turn the Wankdorf Stadion into a shooting gallery, eventually racking up 17 total attempts. They pushed men forward, abandoning defensive caution to chase the game. Yet, the definitive turning point arrived in the 52nd minute against the run of play. As Slovan applied massive pressure, Young Boys executed a lethal counter-attack. Bedia turned provider, slipping a perfect pass to Gigovic, who finished coolly for his second goal of the evening. This devastating blow made it 3-1 on the night and 4-1 on aggregate, effectively breaking the Slovakian side's spirit right when they looked most dangerous. The brutal efficiency of the home side proved to be the ultimate difference-maker.
Resolution
Despite the daunting aggregate deficit, the Balance of the match remained heavily contested until the final whistle. Slovan Bratislava refused to roll over, continuing to test the Young Boys defense and forcing five crucial saves from the home goalkeeper. Their persistence was finally rewarded in the dying moments when M. Tolic set up D. Strelec, who found the back of the net in the 87th minute to set up a nervy, albeit brief, finale. Ultimately, the 3-2 victory on the night sealed a 4-2 aggregate triumph for the Swiss champions. Young Boys punch their ticket to the main competition, surviving a genuine scare against an opponent that simply refused to quit. Slovan heads home knowing their staggering shot volume simply wasn't matched by clinical finishing.
Key Questions
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
Slovan pushed aggressively to overturn their first-leg deficit, leaving spaces that Young Boys ruthlessly exploited through A. Gigovic and C. Bedia on the counter.
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.
Narrow Margins Define Europa League Playoff Return Leg
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 22/100. A slender one-goal advantage sets up a tense, if unglamorous, European decider in Switzerland.
The Setup
After grabbing a crucial 1-0 away victory in the first leg thanks to an early strike from C. Bedia, BSC Young Boys return to Wankdorf Stadion holding all the cards. Despite a miserable domestic run reflecting a dire Form rating, they only need a draw tonight to advance to the Europa League proper. Slovan Bratislava must chase the game, elevating the Stakes for this decisive second leg. This matchup suffers from a lack of top-tier Stars, meaning fans should expect grit over glamour. With a modest Balance rating suggesting the Swiss side remains in control of the tie's tempo, the visitors will rely heavily on attacking sparks like D. Strelec to force the issue against M. Keller and the home defence.
Key Battle
With Slovan Bratislava needing at least one goal to keep their European dreams alive, the primary conflict pits a desperate visiting attack against a deep-sitting home defensive unit. Young Boys will likely absorb pressure and aim to exploit the inevitable spaces left behind on the counter.
Our Prediction
Slovan Bratislava will push hard, but their lack of cutting edge away from home will cost them. Expect a cagey 1-1 draw on the night, allowing Young Boys to scrape through 2-1 on aggregate.