St. Gallen vs Basel Prediction: Tough test for high-flying Basel

AFG Arena will host the Swiss Super League game between St. Gallen and Basel. The last meetings between these sides ended in wins for Basel. At home, how will St. Gallen approach this game?

St. Gallen lost their last league game against Young Boys and will hope to turn things around here. In a match that ended 3-1, St. Gallen went behind by two goals before the break, with Darian Males and Cedric Itten netting for their opponent. However, despite Moustapha Cisse reducing the deficit in the 53rd minute, Silver Ganvoula's strike in the last minute left them with no chance. Heading into this game, St. Gallen have two draws and two wins in their previous five games, scoring seven goals and conceding seven. 

Basel's last game was against Sion in the Swiss Cup, and they qualified for the next round. In a match that ended in a win on penalties, Xherdan Shaqiri and Anton Kade's brilliance were instrumental to their victory. However, in their last league game, Basel settled for a 2-2 draw with Lausanne. Yet, Basel have an unbeaten run of six games, drawing one and winning five. This season, Basel have 29 points from 16 matches, scoring 39 goals and conceding 17 as they sit top of the standings. 

St. Gallen have not had things easy lately, but on the road, I do not see Basel having an easy game. While the home team has been a tough side this season, Basel have had more luck in this fixture, which could repeat itself in this game, looking at how competitive they have been and their hunger for success. Expect a close match, as I do not see St. Gallen struggling offensively. Therefore, bet on Basel to take maximum points in a game that could end with goals as they hope to retain their top spot.