Stade-Lausanne-Ouchy’s chances of somehow managing to stay in the league were already minimal before the guest appearance at FC Basel. The bottom of the relegation group was 8 points behind the Grasshoppers, who were in the relegation place. So a win at FCB was a must.
However, this venture failed. Coach Ricardo Dionisio’s team lost 2-0 and has to return to the Challenge League after just one season. For their part, the people of Basel were able to get rid of their last worries. With a lead of 8 points, Fabio Celestini’s team can no longer be caught by GC in the remaining 2 games.
Joker Ajeti paves the way to victory
Albian Ajeti paved the way for Basel’s victory during his comeback after a muscle injury. Just 5 minutes after his substitution, the striker was met in the penalty area by Finn van Breemen. Although he couldn’t control the pass at first, he finally got the ball. With a lob, Ajeti beat goalkeeper Jérémy Vachoux, who had already come into the game in the 10th minute for the injured Dany Da Silva.
Lausanne rebellion without yield
FCB’s opening goal was deserved. Until then, the hosts were the team that dominated the game. Stade-Lausanne-Ouchy had its best action in the 55th minute when Elies Mahmoud hit the crossbar. After conceding the goal and with their backs against the wall, the French-speaking Swiss came back a bit, but they were no longer really compelling. They also couldn’t take advantage of a majority from the 80th minute onwards. Basel had already made all the changes and had to play with ten men after Nicolas Vouilloz was injured.
The Basel team ultimately secured the final point. Another joker, Mohamed Dräger, was successful for the home team.
This is how it continues
The penultimate round of the season is on the program for Basel and Stade-Lausanne-Ouchy on Saturday. FCB is a guest at the Grasshoppers. The Vaudois welcome cantonal rivals Lausanne-Sport for the derby.