With rain and cooler temperatures, Basel faced the powerful offense of FC Zürich. "We needed to secure three points," M. Hitz said after the match. And he did just that. The new goalkeeper for FCB was top-notch, making several crucial saves against Zürich's attackers.

In the first half, Hitz reacted three times to dangerous shots, causing the home fans to cheer loudly. His quick reflexes and excellent positioning denied the visitors an early goal. Basel, led by Hitz, managed to create some chances, but it stayed 0-0 until the 60th minute.

Only in the second half did Basel take the lead, thanks to A. Ajeti. Hitz remained focused until the end, securing a narrow 1-0 victory with a save in stoppage time. "The team worked hard, but I'm proud of my performance as well," Hitz added.