Fribourg-Gottéron Ladies secured their spot in the semifinals of the PostFinance Women’s League with a swift victory over ZSC Lions Frauen, completing the series in just 68 seconds. This win follows a pre-playoff series where both teams were tied, making Saturday’s match decisive for a place in the final four. The team will now face EV Zug in the next round.
The decisive game, played on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Regional-Eisbahn Sensee in Guin, saw Fribourg-Gottéron Ladies defeat ZSC Lions Frauen 1-5, according to game logs from EliteProspects. This victory came after a previous match on February 22, where Fribourg-Gottéron Ladies defeated Neuchâtel Hockey Academy 2-3, and a February 17th win against SC Bern with a score of 2-4, as detailed in the HC Fribourg-Gottéron Ladies schedule.
The team’s success comes after a strong showing in the regular season, with the EV Zug already qualified for the semifinals as the first-place team. Berne as well secured a spot in the semifinals due to their second-place finish, as reported by Planète Hockey. The Ladies de Gottéron needed just one more win to advance, a challenge mirrored by their opponents, ZSC Lions Frauen.
Confident Goaltending
Prior to the decisive match against ZSC Lions, the Fribourg-Gottéron Ladies’ goaltender expressed confidence in the team’s ability to compete with any opponent. “We have the assets to go after everyone,” she stated, according to Planète Hockey. This sentiment reflects the team’s determination and preparation for the challenges ahead.
Recent Match Results
Here’s a look at recent results for the HC Fribourg-Gottéron Ladies:
- March 4, 2026: HC Fribourg-Gottéron Ladies 4 – 2 ZSC Lions
- March 1, 2026: ZSC Lions 0 – 1 HC Fribourg-Gottéron Ladies
- February 28, 2026: HC Fribourg-Gottéron Ladies 1 – 5 ZSC Lions
- February 22, 2026: Neuchâtel Hockey Academy 2 – 3 HC Fribourg-Gottéron Ladies
- February 17, 2026: SC Bern 2 – 4 HC Fribourg-Gottéron Ladies
What’s Next for the Ladies de Gottéron?
With their place in the semifinals secured, the Fribourg-Gottéron Ladies will now turn their attention to their upcoming matches against EV Zug. The first game is scheduled for Friday, March 6, 2026, at the OYM hall EV Zug at 7:30 PM, but will be played behind closed doors. Further matches are scheduled for Sunday, March 8th, Tuesday, March 10th, Friday, March 13th, and Sunday, March 15th, all at either the OYM hall EV Zug or the BCF Arena, also behind closed doors, according to the HC Fribourg-Gottéron Ladies calendar. The team will undoubtedly be looking to build on their recent momentum and create a strong push for the championship title.
The team’s swift advancement underscores their competitive strength in the PostFinance Women’s League. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how they perform against the top-seeded EV Zug. Share your thoughts on the Ladies de Gottéron’s chances in the semifinals in the comments below.
