Basel vs Sion Prediction 18 January 2026
⚽️ The upcoming clash between Basel and Sion promises to be thrilling as both teams are locked in a tight battle for top positions in the league standings. Basel have home advantage, but their form has been shaky with just 2 wins in their last 5 matches. Sion, on the other hand, are riding high with two consecutive victories. Both sides favor an attacking style of play, which could result in plenty of goals. Considering the motivation and current form of the teams, the match is expected to be open and eventful.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 30 August 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 0:1. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Sion):
- ball possession percentage: 41% vs 59%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 4;
- fouls: 17 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 2;
- shots on target: 2 vs 3.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Basel 1893 and Sion:
- played 54 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 37, for the away team - 4, draws - 13;
- number of goals - 111 against 51;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.3, in the 2nd half - 1.7;
- average total goals in the match - 3.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Basel 1893 Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on during the Club Friendly Games (with Basel as the home side and Elversberg as the visitors). The match concluded with a 5-6 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Basel vs Elversberg):
- corner kicks: 0 vs 0;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 0.
Basel are going through a challenging period, having secured just one home victory in their last five matches. Despite this, they hold onto 4th place, thanks to a strong start to the season. In their last five outings, the "RotBlau" have recorded one win, two losses, and two draws. Basel's style of play is characterized by ball control and attempts to break down the opponent's defense through the wings. In their most recent head-to-head against Sion, they suffered an away defeat, which adds extra motivation for a revenge performance in front of their home fans.
Match Results: Basel 1893
Sion Team Overview
The visitors' last official match took place on in the Super League, where Sion hosted Winterthur. The match concluded with a 2-0 victory.
Here's the game statistics (Sion vs Winterthur):
- possession: 60% vs 40%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 2;
- fouls: 8 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 4 vs 3.
Sion are showcasing impressive form with four victories in their last five matches. The team currently sits in fifth place on the league table, trailing Basel by just two points. Their playing style is built around quick counterattacks and exploiting weaknesses in the opponent's defense. Over their last ten games, Sion have secured five wins with only two losses, reflecting the strong form of both their attacking and defensive units from Switzerland.
Match Results: Sion
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 54;
- home team wins - 37, away team wins - 4, draws - 13.
Statistics: Basel 1893 vs Sion
- matches played in the tournament: 19 vs 19;
- wins: 9 vs 8;
- win percentage: 47% vs 42%;
- losses: 5 vs 5;
- draws: 5 vs 6.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 5;
- losses: 3 vs 2;
- draws: 4 vs 3.
- Sion won with a +1.5 handicap in 14 of last 15 games.
- Sion won with a +1.5 handicap in 12 of last 13 games (Super League).
- Sion won with a +1.5 handicap in 11 of last 12 away games.
- Sion won with a +1.5 handicap in 8 of last 9 away games (Super League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 2.06, the guests - 0.94;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3;
- both teams scored: overall - 29; at the home team's field - 15.
Statistics: Basel 1893 vs Sion
- average total in the tournament: 2.53 vs 2.74;
- average total goals scored: 1.47 vs 1.53;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.74 vs 0.89;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.74 vs 0.63;
- Basel 1893: average total at home in the tournament - 1.44;
- Sion: average total away in the tournament - 1.67;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.1 (home - 0.4) vs 1.8 (away - 1.6).
- Basel 1893 have scored under 2.5 goals in last 10 games (Super League).
- Basel 1893 have scored under 2.5 goals in 9 of last 10 games.
- Basel 1893 have scored under 2.5 goals in last 5 home games (Super League).
Prediction on corners
Basel 1893: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.32; at home field - 7.22;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.4; at home field - 6.2.
Sion: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.84, away - 5.33;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.9; away - 5.4.
- Sion have taken over 3.5 corners in 16 of last 17 games.
- Sion have taken over 3.5 corners in last 15 games (Super League).
- Sion have taken over 3.5 corners in 8 of last 9 away games.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 54;
- both teams scored all-time - 29 times;
- on the home team’s field - 15 times.
Statistics: Basel 1893 vs Sion
- number of matches played in the tournament: 19 vs 19;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 11 vs 9;
- number of BTTS matches for Basel 1893 at home - 4 (44%);
- number of BTTS matches for Sion away - 7 (78%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 7;
- BTTS matches for Basel 1893 at home - 2 (40%);
- BTTS matches for Sion away - 5 (100%).
- Sion have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 away games (Super League).
- Sion have scored and conceded in last 5 away games.
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:2 (13/114, 11.4%);
- Basel 1893 at home most often finish matches: 0:0 (2/9, 22.2%);
- Sion away most often play: 2:3 (2/9, 22.2%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:0 - 11.65% (odds 9.5)
1:1 - 11.03% (odds 7.5)
2:1 - 9.46% (odds 8)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Both teams are eager to solidify their positions at the top of the standings, making this match particularly crucial in terms of motivation. Analyzing recent game statistics, there's a high likelihood that both teams will find the back of the net. Sion regularly scores and concedes on the road, while Basel struggle defensively at home. The prediction is both teams to score, supported by Sion's away performances, where this outcome has occurred in 6 out of 7 instances, and the overall attacking style of both teams.
Betting Tips: Basel 1893 - Sion
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