Rugby TV Thun: Overcoming Poor Performance to Win
- THUN, Switzerland (April 8, 2025) — Rugby TV Thun claimed a significant 26-12 victory over St.
- The initial phase of the game was evenly contested, with St.
- Fabrice zellweger broke the deadlock, spotting a gap and capitalizing on it, supported by Danilo Schober and Ramon Zehnder.this try shifted the momentum in favor of Thun.
Rugby TV Thun Secures Victory Against St. Gallen
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THUN, Switzerland (April 8, 2025) — Rugby TV Thun claimed a significant 26-12 victory over St. Gallen,marking their first away win of the season. The match, following a canceled game against Zug, saw Thun overcoming a slow start to dominate the scoreboard.

Balanced start Gives Way to Thun Dominance
The initial phase of the game was evenly contested, with St. Gallen, eager for a win, challenging Thun’s defense. Thun struggled to implement their usual fast-paced game. Solid defense kept the score at 0-0 for the first 20 minutes, with both sides missing penalty kicks.
Fabrice zellweger broke the deadlock, spotting a gap and capitalizing on it, supported by Danilo Schober and Ramon Zehnder.this try shifted the momentum in favor of Thun.
Late First-Half Surge Extends Thun’s Lead
Despite increased dominance, Thun couldn’t initially add to their score.However, shortly before halftime, Brandon wild, later named Man of the Match, broke through on the right wing and passed inside to Antonio Branquinho, extending Thun’s lead to 14-0 going into the break.
Thun Extends Lead, Then Endures St. Gallen Comeback
The second half began with Simione Tabaki exploiting space after a St. gallen failed clearance kick, setting up Danilo Schober for another try, pushing the score to 19-0.
However, Thun’s performance dipped, mirroring a recurring theme this season. Fatigue led to errors, allowing St. Gallen to score two tries within ten minutes, putting pressure back on Thun.

Individual Brilliance Secures Bonus Point
Despite the comeback, Thun’s individual talent shone through. Antonio Branquinho scored a fourth try, securing a bonus point for the team.
looking Ahead
With their third consecutive victory, rugby TV Thun moves up the league table. Following the easter break, they will face La Chaux-de-Fonds, a match that will indicate Thun’s potential for the remainder of the season.
Rugby TV Thun Triumphs Over St. Gallen: Your Questions Answered
Q: What was the result of the Rugby TV Thun versus St. Gallen match?
A: Rugby TV Thun secured a 26-12 victory over St. Gallen on April 8, 2025.This marked their first away win of the season.
Q: How did the game unfold for Rugby TV Thun?
A: The match began with a balanced start, with St.Gallen challenging Thun’s defense. Both teams missed penalty kicks, keeping the score at 0-0 for the first 20 minutes. Fabrice Zellweger broke the deadlock for Thun, supported by Danilo Schober and Ramon Zehnder, shifting the momentum in Thun’s favor. Later, Brandon Wild, the Man of the Match, set up Antonio Branquinho to extend Thun’s lead to 14-0 before halftime. in the second half, Simione Tabaki set up Danilo Schober for another try, making the score 19-0. Though, Thun’s performance dipped, allowing St. Gallen to score two tries. Despite the comeback, Antonio Branquinho scored a fourth try to secure a bonus point for Thun.
Q: Who where the key players for Thun in this match?
A: Key players mentioned in the article include:
Fabrice Zellweger: Broke the deadlock with a try.
Danilo Schober: Scored a try.
Ramon Zehnder: Supported Fabrice Zellweger’s try.
Brandon Wild: Named man of the Match and assisted a try.
Antonio Branquinho: Scored two tries, including the fourth try to secure a bonus point.
Simione Tabaki: Set up Danilo Schober for a try.
Q: What challenges did Thun face during the game?
A: Thun struggled to implement their usual fast-paced game early on. They faced a strong challenge from St. Gallen’s defense, which initially kept the score at 0-0. Later in the match, Thun’s performance dipped due to fatigue, leading to errors that allowed St. Gallen to score and put pressure on Thun.
Q: What happened in the first half of the match?
A: The first half included an evenly contested opening with no score for the first 20 minutes. Fabrice Zellweger scored a try. Shortly before halftime, Brandon Wild passed inside to Antonio Branquinho increasing the lead.
Q: What happened in the second half of the match?
A: The second half saw Simione Tabaki setting up Danilo Schober for a try, increasing the score to 19-0. Thun then experienced a dip in performance, allowing St. Gallen to score two tries within ten minutes. Antonio Branquinho later scored a try, securing a bonus point for thun.
Q: What is next for Rugby TV Thun?
A: Following their third consecutive victory, Rugby TV Thun is moving up in the league table. After the Easter break, they will face La Chaux-de-Fonds, a match that will indicate their potential for the remainder of the season.
