US Terre Sainte 4–2 FC Echichens: Home Side Triumphs in Entertaining S R C Clash

Terre Sainte, Switzerland – June 20, 2026 – US Terre Sainte produced a dominant attacking display to see off FC Echichens 4‑2 in an S R C league encounter. The hosts raced into a three‑goal lead before the visitors mounted a spirited comeback, but a late strike sealed a deserved victory for the home side.

First‑Half Fireworks

The match exploded into life after just seven minutes. US Terre Sainte’s left‑winger Lucas Favre cut inside and curled a superb effort into the top corner. The home side doubled their advantage in the 23rd minute when striker Marco Rinaldi headed home from a corner. By the 38th minute, Rinaldi had his second of the night, latching onto a through‑ball to make it 3‑0.

FC Echichens Fight Back

FC Echichens refused to fold. Just before the interval, midfielder David Keller pulled one back with a long‑range drive that gave the Terre Sainte goalkeeper no chance. The visitors continued to press early in the second half, and in the 51st minute, substitute Luka Petrović reduced the deficit to 3‑2 with a well‑placed volley.

Home Side Seals the Win

The momentum shifted back to US Terre Sainte after a tactical adjustment from the coach. In the 68th minute, winger Favre delivered a perfect cross for Rinaldi to complete his hat‑trick – his third headed goal of the evening. FC Echichens could not find another response, and the hosts saw out the remaining minutes with calm possession.

Key Stats

• Marco Rinaldi (US Terre Sainte) – Hat‑trick hero, all three goals came from headers.
• Lucas Favre (US Terre Sainte) – One goal and two assists, a constant threat down the left.
• Total goals: 6 – the highest‑scoring match in the S R C this weekend.

What It Means

The win moves US Terre Sainte into the top half of the S R C table, while FC Echichens slip closer to the relegation zone. Both teams will need to address defensive vulnerabilities before their next outings.