FC Rapperswil-Jona secured a 2-1 comeback victory at home against FC Bellinzona in the Switzerland Challenge League on February 21, 2026. This hard-fought win demonstrated Rapperswil-Jona's resilience as they overturned an early deficit to claim a valuable three points in their battle to move up the league table. Bellinzona struck first, taking the lead with a well-taken goal in the 15th minute. Rapperswil-Jona responded positively and were level before halftime through a powerful header from a corner kick. The second half was a tense affair, with the winning goal arriving in the 70th minute after a sustained period of pressure, finished calmly by the home side's attacking midfielder. Bellinzona pushed for an equalizer but could not find a way through a determined home defense in the final stages. The result provided a significant boost to Rapperswil-Jona's mid-table standing, while Bellinzona's inconsistent form continued. The Rapperswil-Jona manager praised his team's character, and the Bellinzona coach expressed disappointment at letting a lead slip away. Rapperswil-Jona lined up in their familiar 4-2-3-1 formation, which allowed them to control the midfield in the second half.