Alvyn Sanches has emerged as one of the standout performers of the Swiss Super League's 2024-2025 season. The 22-year-old midfielder from Lausanne-Sport has been lighting up the pitch, tallying ten goals and four assists, placing him second on the league's scoring chart, now tied with Bâle's Kevin Carlos. With Saint-Gall’s Dereck Kutesa leading the charge with thirteen goals, Sanches is poised for greatness as he prepares to face Grasshopper at 18:00 on Saturday. His potential is immense as Sanches strives to reach rare statistical heights for a player of his age and experience, having already surpassed the seasonal totals recorded by Zeki Amdouni, who finished with twelve goals for Bâle and Lausanne-Sport over the past two seasons.
Alvyn Sanches stands at the threshold of rewriting records for young Swiss talents, but the road isn’t without its challenges. To break the Super League record for goals scored by someone his age, he needs to overcome the impressive mark set by Albian Ajeti with Bâle during the 2018 season, which totaled seventeen goals. The competition among young forwards is tough, with Sanches sitting among some iconic names within Swiss football.
Meanwhile, the competitiveness of the Super League was on display as Saint-Gall faced Bâle during the 25th round. Bâle seemed poised for victory after taking a 2-0 lead with goals from Leroy and Yannick, courtesy of Xherdan Shaqiri's corner kick. Nevertheless, Saint-Gall rallied magnificently, with Witzig and Geubbels scoring late to secure a hard-fought 2-2 draw. The result is encouraging for Saint-Gall, who move up to share 42 points with Bâle, who failed to capitalize on the opportunity to create distance between themselves and Lugano, the league leaders at 42 points.
“We don’t give up easily,” shouted Saint-Gall’s coach after the match. The players displayed resilience as they fought back against the odds. The dynamic performance showcased their attacking capabilities and determination, much to the delight of their home fans.
While the Bâle fans were left disappointed, their team retains its position among the league’s top performers, recovering from this slip to brace for challenging upcoming matches. Bâle’s hopes were dashed again, marking their third consecutive game without victory, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the league this season.
On another note, Lausanne-Sport fought bravely but only managed to salvage a point in their encounter against Grasshopper, ending the match 2-2 at the Stade de la Tuilière. Sanches shone early, finding the back of the net for his eleventh goal, yet they faced adversity as Grasshopper struck back after halftime with two goals from Adama Bojang. With time winding down, Sanches and his team were able to pull off the equalizer thanks to Oviedo finding the net at the death, preventing what could have been devastating for their standings.
Despite the excitement on the field, Lausanne-Sport dealt with turmoil off the pitch, as goalkeeper Karlo Letica opted out of the match due to contractual disagreements, allowing Thomas Castella to take his place. The team, now returning to training, is poised to respond to the distractions as they look forward to the stretch run of the season with great hopes for Sanches continuing his scoring prowess.
The Super League continues to thrive with its unpredictability, as the teams gear up for the next round of fixtures. It remains to be seen whether teams like Lausanne-Sport and Saint-Gall can maintain their form and push for the top spots, or whether Bâle will bounce back from their recent inconsistencies. Fans are eager for what the future holds, especially as key players like Sanches seek to make their mark before season’s end.