Ifeanyi Mathew’s FC Zurich secured a 2-1 victory over Lugano FC in Swiss Super League playoff match on Monday night, earning a spot in the UEFA Europa League.

Mathew, a key midfielder, played 82 minutes of the encounter and made two attempts on goal.

The 27-year-old has been a standout performer this season, contributing three goals and four assists in 27 matches.

Goals from Congolese striker Jonathan Okita and Swiss center-back Lindrit Kamberi propelled FC Zurich to this crucial victory, ensuring their place in next season’s European competition.

FC Zurich is poised to finish fourth in the league standings with 57 points from the regular season.

They will conclude their playoff campaign with an away match against St. Gallen on Saturday.