FC Naters claimed a valuable away victory in the Swiss Division 2 League on 5 September 2026, edging La Chaux-de-Fonds 2-1 in a competitive encounter. The result gave Naters the upper hand in the early-season standings and underlined their growing confidence on the road, while La Chaux-de-Fonds were left to rue missed chances in front of their own supporters.

Match Summary

La Chaux-de-Fonds started brightly and forced the pace in the opening exchanges, but it was FC Naters who struck first. The visitors’ early goal changed the rhythm of the contest, forcing the home side to chase the game. La Chaux-de-Fonds responded well and levelled the match before the interval, setting up a tense second half.

After the restart, both teams pushed for a decisive goal. Naters showed greater composure in the final third and converted a second opportunity to regain the lead. Despite sustained pressure from La Chaux-de-Fonds in the closing stages, the visitors held firm to secure all three points.

Impact on the League

The victory gives FC Naters useful momentum in the Swiss Division 2 League, while La Chaux-de-Fonds will need to sharpen their finishing after dropping points on home turf. For Naters, the result strengthens their position in the upper half of the table and provides a solid platform for the challenges ahead.