Grasshopper Club Zurich Wins Relegation Play‑off 2‑1 After Extra Time

Grasshopper Club Zurich secured a 2‑1 victory over FC Aarau after extra time in the relegation play‑off second leg. The match was played at the Letzigrund stadium and the win saved GC from dropping down a division. The game remained level after regular time, prompting an extra‑time period. During extra time, GC scored the decisive goal that gave them the lead. The result turned the tie in GC’s favour and halted the relegation threat. The victory therefore guarantees GC’s continuation in the top tier for the upcoming season. Letzigrund provided a dramatic setting for the encounter, with both sets of supporters witnessing the tension. The atmosphere intensified as the extra‑time clock ticked down. FC Aarau fought hard but could not equalise after GC’s extra‑time goal. Their defeat ends the play‑off series in favour of Grasshopper Club Zurich. With the win, Grasshopper Club Zurich looks ahead to the next campaign in the premier league. Aarau will remain in the lower division and must regroup for the following season.