Neuchâtel Xamax and Rapperswil-Jona face each other in an official match of the 2026/27 Challenge League season. The game takes place at Stade de la Maladière on Friday, 18/09/2026, at 18:30 (UK Time).

Our experts have prepared predictions for Neuchâtel Xamax vs Rapperswil-Jona, based on a detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.

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👉 Our prediction is: Rapperswil-Jona to win

While Rapperswil-Jona will head into their match against Neuchâtel Xamax as the favourite, it is still far from a sure thing to score three points away from home. Nevertheless, our betting tip is still Rapperswil-Jona to win on the 1X2 market.

Our analysis of Rapperswil-Jona leads us to believe that they are quite capable on their travels and can come up with the away win without much trouble, even against a tricky opponent like Neuchâtel Xamax.

👉 Our prediction is: Over 2.5 goals in the match

Expect a good number of goals in this match.

We predict the total to reach over 2.5 goals after closely examining the numbers of Neuchâtel Xamax and Rapperswil-Jona, who are among the better attacking sides in the league.

Neuchâtel Xamax preview

Neuchâtel Xamax comes into the match having played 8 games in the Challenge League so far. They have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws, and 4 losses, with an average of 1.5 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2026/27 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 18 wins, 7 draws, and 19 losses.

Neuchâtel Xamax's attack has scored 67 goals during this period. Out of this total, 12 goals were scored in the Challenge League, averaging 1.5 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.52.

The offence system of Neuchâtel Xamax is led by Shkelqim Demhasaj as the top scorer of the season. The swiss forward has scored 21 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Shkelqim Demhasaj, who has contributed with 6 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 14 goals with an average of 1.75 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 70 goals conceded in 44 matches, resulting in an average of 1.59.

Rapperswil-Jona preview

On the other hand, Rapperswil-Jona comes into the match having played 8 games in the Challenge League so far. They have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws, and 5 losses, with an average of 0.88 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2026/27 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 16 wins, 3 draws, and 25 losses.

Rapperswil-Jona's attack has scored 64 goals during this period. Out of this total, 12 goals were scored in the Challenge League, averaging 1.5 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.45.

The offence system of Rapperswil-Jona is led by Filipe De Carvalho Ferreira as the top scorer of the season. The swiss forward has scored 7 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Lorik Emini, who has contributed with 6 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 16 goals with an average of 2 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 78 goals conceded in 44 matches, resulting in an average of 1.77.

Head to head: Neuchâtel Xamax vs Rapperswil-Jona

Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.

Home Team

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Neuchâtel Xamax

Switzerland - Challenge League

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W L L L L

0.6

Home L L W W L

1.2

Away W L L W W

1.8

Away Team

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Rapperswil-Jona

Switzerland - Challenge League

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W L D L L

0.8

Home W D L L W

1.4

Away L L L W L

0.6

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Published on 15 September 2026, at 20:16 Last updated on 15 September 2026, at 20:16
Author: Gustavo Porto

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