Enthousiaste Zwitserse fans sail to support Winterthur’s away win
Enthousiaste Zwitserse fans turned the trip to Rapperswil-Jona into a spectacle as FC Winterthur claimed a vital 0‑2 away victory on Friday, with the second‑tier Swiss club buoyed by a boat‑borne crowd. The win marked a significant step forward after the team’s relegation from the top flight last season.
Fans travel by boat
Around 800 supporters chose the lake route, boarding a vessel in Zürich before continuing to Rapperswil-Jona. By car the journey from Winterthur to Rapperswil-Jona takes roughly three‑quarter of an hour, yet the fans preferred the boat experience.
On board they created a lively atmosphere, chanting and waving flags throughout the crossing. Observers noted the captain’s reaction to the fan‑filled deck, though it remained unclear whether he enjoyed the ambience.
Winterthur, which dropped from Zwitserland’s top division last season, secured the 0‑2 win away from home. The victory lifted the club to seven points after four Challenge League matches.
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