Basel vs. Zurich 1-3

Zurich eSports claimed a confident 3–1 away victory against FC Basel E-Sports, deciding the match early with a strong opening phase and controlled game management.

The visitors wasted no time asserting themselves. In the 13th minute, LucaV opened the scoring after a well-timed assist from Gabri, setting the tone for a dominant first half. Just four minutes later, zKaiser17 doubled the lead, finishing calmly following an assist from Egolaz. Basel struggled to regain structure, and Zurich continued to press high and move the ball with purpose.

The third goal arrived in the 22nd minute when MaiKy capitalised on sustained pressure to make it 3–0, giving Zurich a commanding advantage inside the opening quarter of an hour. With that early cushion, Zurich were able to control the tempo and dictate play through possession.

FC Basel managed to respond just before halftime. In the 45th minute, DWO81 pulled one back to make it 3–1, offering the hosts a brief moment of hope going into the break.

In the second half, Zurich focused on game control rather than forcing the issue. With 57 percent possession, 187 passes and an impressive pass accuracy of 88 percent, they limited Basel’s opportunities and prevented any real momentum shift. Basel pushed for a second goal but struggled to create clear chances against a well-organised Zurich side.

The scoreline remained unchanged until the final whistle. Zurich eSports’ early efficiency and composure were decisive, securing a deserved 3–1 victory and underlining their ability to combine sharp attacking phases with disciplined match management.

Final score: FC Basel E-Sports 1-3 Zurich eSports