Young Boys run out winners versus FC Basel

Young Boys beat FC Basel in a fantastic win on Sunday, 5-1, relating to matchweek 27 of the Swiss Super League. To this matchweek, Joël Magnin's team came from two defeats, and Fabio Celestini's team came from a defeat. Joël Monteiro was the main player.

The opening goal was scored by Joël Monteiro early in the game. After 11 minutes, Cedric Itten scored the second goal for Young Boys. With this strike, Cedric Itten reached 10th goals for the season. In the 16th minute, Meschack Elia doubled the lead for Joël Magnin's team.

With 46 minutes on the clock, Young Boys increased their lead with a goal from Jaouen Hadjam. After 66 minutes, Joël Magnin's team extended their lead with a goal from Joël Monteiro. Thierno Barry netted the last goal after 70 minutes.

After the result Young Boys are 1st in the table, with 54 points, while FC Basel sit 9th place, with 31 points. Next up, Joël Magnin's team will play away against Lausanne-Sport. Meanwhile, Fabio Celestini's team will host Winterthur.