Grasshopper vs Zurich Prediction 21 February 2026
🔊 In the upcoming clash, Grasshopper face off against Zurich in a crucial showdown between teams languishing at the lower end of the table. Both sides are under considerable pressure and desperately need points to improve their standings. Grasshopper have been inconsistent, but on home turf, they tend to play with more courage and energy, banking on the support of their fans. Zurich, meanwhile, favor a more aggressive and dynamic style, often relying on their attacking intensity. However, both teams have defensive issues, adding intrigue to the encounter and making it potentially high-scoring.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 29 November 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 1:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Zurich):
- ball possession percentage: 54% vs 46%;
- corner kicks: 9 vs 3;
- fouls: 10 vs 19;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 2;
- shots on target: 6 vs 2.
📊Analytical review of previous official games between the teams Grasshopper and Zurich:
- played 50 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 16, for the away team - 26, draws - 8;
- number of goals (home/away) - 72 against 81;
- average total goals in the match - 3.06.
Head-to-head statistics Grasshopper - Zurich
Grasshopper Team Overview
The team's last official match was on in the Super League, with St. Gallen hosting Grasshopper. The game ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the match stats (Grasshopper vs St. Gallen):
- possession: 51% vs 49%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 5;
- fouls: 17 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 5 vs 4;
- shots on target: 3 vs 3.
Grasshopper, known as the "Grasshoppers," are navigating a challenging season and currently sit 11th in the standings. Their results have been inconsistent, with just one win, three draws, and one loss in their last five outings. Nevertheless, Grasshopper typically showcase more confidence on home turf, often taking the initiative. Offensively, they are capable of generating chances through their pace on the wings and dynamic transitional play. However, defense remains a concern, as they concede an average of approximately 1.74 goals per match.
Match Results: Grasshopper
Zurich Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Swiss Super League, where they faced Zurich away. The match concluded with a 1-4 scoreline.
Here are the match stats (Zurich vs Lucerne):
- possession percentage: 54% vs 46%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 6;
- fouls: 10 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 6 vs 8.
Zurich are currently sitting in 9th place in the league and are navigating a challenging stretch of the season. The team has suffered four defeats in their last five matches, indicating a noticeable dip in form. Offensively, they average around 1.5 goals per game, but their defense remains a weak point, conceding roughly 2.2 goals per match, highlighting systemic issues at the back. Adding to the pressure is their recent 0-3 away loss to Grasshopper, which complicates their task in the upcoming fixture.
Match Results: Zurich
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 50;
- home team wins - 16, away team wins - 26, draws - 8.
Statistics: Grasshopper vs Zurich
- matches played in the tournament: 25 vs 25;
- wins: 4 vs 8;
- win percentage: 17% vs 33%;
- losses: 11 vs 12;
- draws: 8 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 2 vs 2;
- losses: 4 vs 6;
- draws: 4 vs 2.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.44, the guests - 1.62;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.06;
- both teams scored: overall - 28; at the home team's field - 12.
Statistics: Grasshopper vs Zurich
- average total in the tournament: 3 vs 3.46;
- average total goals scored: 1.26 vs 1.5;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.57 vs 0.75;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.7 vs 0.75;
- Grasshopper: average total at home in the tournament - 1.55;
- Zurich: average total away in the tournament - 1.18;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.8 (home - 1.6) vs 1.5 (away - 1.2).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in last 5 Grasshopper home games against Zurich (Super League).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in last 5 Zurich games (Super League).
Prediction on corners
Grasshopper: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.43; at home field - 4.82;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.6; at home field - 4.6.
Zurich: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.13, away - 5.09;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.8; away - 4.4.
- Zurich have taken under 4.5 corners in 6 of last 7 away games (Super League).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 50;
- both teams scored all-time - 28 times;
- on the home team’s field - 12 times.
Statistics: Grasshopper vs Zurich
- number of matches played in the tournament: 25 vs 25;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 14 vs 16;
- number of BTTS matches for Grasshopper at home - 8 (73%);
- number of BTTS matches for Zurich away - 7 (64%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 8 vs 7;
- BTTS matches for Grasshopper at home - 5 (100%);
- BTTS matches for Zurich away - 4 (80%).
- Grasshopper have scored and conceded in 8 of last 9 home games against Zurich (Super League).
- Grasshopper have scored and conceded in 8 of last 9 games.
- Grasshopper have scored and conceded in 7 of last 8 games (Super League).
- Grasshopper have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 home games (Super League).
- Grasshopper have scored and conceded in last 5 home games.
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (15/143, 10.5%);
- Grasshopper at home most often finish matches: 0:1 , 1:1 (2/11, 18.2%);
- Zurich away most often play: 1:1 , 1:2 , 3:0 (2/11, 18.2%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 11.61% (odds 6.5)
2:1 - 8.15% (odds 9)
2:2 - 7.75% (odds 11)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering current trends and statistics, an open match with plenty of chances for both teams can be expected. In head-to-head meetings at Grasshopper's ground, there's a consistent trend of high-scoring games, with the total over 2.5 hitting in the last five matches. Both teams struggle defensively but have enough attacking prowess. This makes a scenario with three or more goals in the game quite likely, so the best option appears to be total over 2.5.
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