Lugano vs ZSC Lions predictions, Mar 23, 2026

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As HC Lugano prepares to host ZSC Lions on March 23, 2026, the matchup promises to be an intriguing clash in the Swiss National League. Recently, Lugano has struggled, managing to secure only 1 win from their last 5 encounters. This poor run places additional pressure on the home side, who will need to harness their home-ice advantage to improve their form.

On the other hand, ZSC Lions head into this game with a significantly better trajectory, having won 3 of their last 5 matches. Their recent success highlights a solid offensive strategy and disciplined defensive play, positioning them as formidable opponents. The evenly matched bookmakers’ odds at 2.45 for both teams illustrate the competitive nature of this contest.

Tactically, Lugano will need to focus on maximizing scoring opportunities while tightening their defensive structures to contain ZSC’s dynamic attack. Meanwhile, the Lions aim to build on their recent form by maintaining pressure and exploiting any defensive lapses from their hosts.

With our model predicting a 41.5% chance of a home win, a 25.7% draw, and a 35.2% away win, this encounter is set to be a closely contested battle, with no outcome guaranteed.

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Lugano 40.1%

Draw 23.6%

ZSC Lions 36.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of Swiss National League Hockey Zurich: 19.1% Lugano: 2.83%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.31	3.98	2.58
	2.34	3.9	2.6
	2.39	4.01	2.64
	2.34	4.02	2.54

Latest Results

21.03.26 ZSC Lions – HC Lugano – 3:0 09.03.26 HC Lugano – EV Zug – 4:1 07.03.26 EHC Kloten – HC Lugano – 2:1 OT 05.03.26 HC Lugano – ZSC Lions – 1:4 28.02.26 HC Lugano – Lausanne HC – 1:4

21.03.26 ZSC Lions – HC Lugano – 3:0 09.03.26 SCL Tigers – ZSC Lions – 0:2 07.03.26 ZSC Lions – HC Davos – 1:2 05.03.26 HC Lugano – ZSC Lions – 1:4 28.02.26 ZSC Lions – Genève-Servette HC – 2:3

Facts

Zurich leads series 1-0. Second leg.

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Lugano won 1.

Lugano is currently in poor form (last 5 games: 1 wins).

In recent matches, ZSC Lions has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).

In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Lugano won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 14 matches, and goals 42:66. (average 2.1:3.3).

Including home matches between the teams, Lugano won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 21:25. (average 2.1:2.5).

Latest Head To Head

21.03.26 ZSC Lions – HC Lugano – 3:0 05.03.26 HC Lugano – ZSC Lions – 1:4 17.12.25 ZSC Lions – HC Lugano – 5:3 21.10.25 HC Lugano – ZSC Lions – 5:1 13.09.25 ZSC Lions – HC Lugano – 5:1

Standings

Draw

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Final

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Ambri-Piotta (13)

Ajoie (14)

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Swiss National League Hockey Outrights

1. Davos: 2.94 (30.85%)

2. Fribourg: 4.45 (20.38%)

3. Zurich: 4.75 (19.1%)

4. Servette: 6.8 (13.34%)

5. Lausanne: 15 (6.05%)

6. Rapperswil-Jona: 17 (5.34%)

7. Lugano: 32 (2.83%)

8. Zug: 43 (2.11%)

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