Young Boys defeat FC St. Gallen 2-0 amid VAR controversy

Young Boys secured a 2-0 victory against FC St. Gallen in a Swiss Super League top match, temporarily reducing the gap to league leaders Lugano to three points. Goals were scored by Guirassy and Essende.

The victory was overshadowed by a controversial red card issued to Edimilson Fernandes in the 78th minute. Following a challenge on St. Gallen captain Lukas Görtler, the referee, Lukas Fähndrich, issued the dismissal after consulting with VAR official Fedayi San, despite initially seeing no foul on the field. The decision has drawn criticism from analysts, including former international Admir Mehmedi.

Additionally, Young Boys coach Gerardo Seoane was absent from the sidelines due to an inner ear inflammation that required hospitalization. He is expected to return to work next week.