ETOILE CAROUGE VS YVERDON - SWITZERLAND: CHALLENGE LEAGUE MATCH PREVIEW
SWITZERLAND: CHALLENGE LEAGUE MATCH DETAILS: ETOILE CAROUGE VS YVERDON
As Etoile Carouge prepare to host Yverdon on February 20, 2026, with kick-off at 20:15, this SWITZERLAND: Challenge League fixture promises an intriguing contest.
ETOILE CAROUGE PREVIEW IN SWITZERLAND: CHALLENGE LEAGUE
Etoile Carouge, currently 9th in the standings with 18 points from 22 games, trail the leaders by 34 points. They've earned 12 points from 11 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 11 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals.
YVERDON PREVIEW IN SWITZERLAND: CHALLENGE LEAGUE
Yverdon, sitting 3rd with 42 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 18 points from 11 games this season.
Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 loss in their last five matches.
They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR ETOILE CAROUGE VS YVERDON
Recent meetings between Etoile Carouge and Yverdon have been competitive, with Yverdon claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-2).
The head-to-head record remains evenly balanced between the two sides.
In their previous league match against Xamax, Etoile Carouge recorded a 1-3 defeat while lining up in a 4-3-3 formation.
Their starting XI featured Antonio, Philippin, Fankhauser, Strohbach, Rufli, Bua, Caslei, Alves, Escorza, Itaitinga, Bossiwa. The setup allowed the team to control central areas while maintaining width through their wide attackers.
Yverdon's last outing came against Stade Nyonnais, where they secured a 1-0 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system.
Their starting XI featured Martin, Kongsro, Pos, Tijani, Sauthier, Marchesano, Chappuis, Doumbia, Lemina, Pasche, Golliard. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.
Looking ahead, Etoile Carouge are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Etoile Carouge and Yverdon are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.
GOAL TRENDS AND PREDICTION FOR ETOILE CAROUGE VS YVERDON
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Etoile Carouge's fixtures have averaged 2.7 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Yverdon's games average 2.8 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.
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