Thun's Super League Winning Streak Ends with Last-Minute Draw
Thun's impressive ten-match winning streak in Swiss football's Super League came to an end with a dramatic 2-2 draw against St. Gallen after losing a late lead.
In a thrilling climax to their match, Thun's long-standing dominance in the Swiss Super League was halted as they drew 2-2 with St. Gallen. The game was marked by a pivotal moment just before halftime when Thun's defender Jan Bamert fouled Aliou Baldé in the penalty area, leading to a penalty awarded by referee Johannes von Mandach after consulting VAR. Lukas Görtler converted the penalty, giving St. Gallen the early lead.
The second half saw Thun regroup and respond strongly, with Görtler himself conceding a penalty when he fouled a Thun player in the box, allowing Leonardo Bertone to equalize from the spot. Just minutes later, Thun surged ahead with a well-executed header from center-back Genis Montolio following a corner, making the score 2-1. However, Thun's lead was fleeting as they could not maintain their advantage in the closing stages of the match.
As the match progressed, Thun's midfielder Mattias Käit played a crucial role in controlling the midfield but was substituted in the 71st minute, marking an end to their impressive winning streak. The draw not only signifies the end of Thun's remarkable run but also reflects St. Gallen's resilience in battling back to secure a point away from home, thus intensifying the competition in the league as the season unfolds.