Bellinzona 1-0 Kreuzlingen: Narrow Win Keeps Bellinzona Climbing

Bellinzona secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Kreuzlingen in the Switzerland Division 1 League on Sunday, September 13, 2026. A second-half goal was enough to separate the sides in a tight contest at the Stadio Comunale.

After a cagey first half, Bellinzona broke the deadlock in the 56th minute when Luca Forzano struck a low shot from just inside the penalty area. Kreuzlingen pushed for an equalizer and had several half-chances, but Bellinzona's defense held firm. The home side managed the game expertly in the closing stages to claim all three points.

Key Moments

• 56' – Luca Forzano scores the only goal of the game with a composed finish.
• 72' – Kreuzlingen's best opportunity is cleared off the line by a Bellinzona defender.
• 90+3' – Bellinzona goalkeeper makes a diving save to deny a late equalizer.

Tactical Story

Bellinzona lined up in a 4-4-2 and focused on defensive solidity, looking to hit on the break. Kreuzlingen used a 4-3-3 and enjoyed more possession but lacked penetration in the final third. The winning goal came from a quick transition, with Forzano finishing a move that started deep in Bellinzona's half.

Standout Players

Luca Forzano was the match-winner with a clinical strike and worked tirelessly off the ball. Marco Arnaboldi was superb in defense, making several crucial interceptions. Kreuzlingen's goalkeeper kept his team in the game with a string of saves.

Table and Season Impact

The three points lift Bellinzona into the promotion playoff places, continuing their strong recent form. Kreuzlingen remain mid-table, and their inconsistent results leave them with work to do to challenge the top teams. Bellinzona's next fixture will be an opportunity to build on this momentum.