The England Championship showdown between Southampton and Ipswich on 28.04.2026 promises to be a highlight of the season. This match pits two evenly matched teams against each other. Browse our expert prediction, understand the dynamics, and use our detailed analysis to make an informed bet on this anticipated game.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coventry | 45 | 27 | 11 | 7 | 93/45 | 92 |
| 2 | Ipswich | 44 | 22 | 14 | 8 | 75/45 | 80 |
| 3 | Millwall | 45 | 23 | 11 | 11 | 62/49 | 80 |
| 4 | Middlesbrough | 45 | 22 | 13 | 10 | 70/45 | 79 |
| 5 | Southampton | 44 | 21 | 13 | 10 | 77/53 | 76 |
| 6 | Wrexham | 45 | 19 | 13 | 13 | 67/63 | 70 |
Key Player Statistics: Southampton vs Ipswich
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Southampton vs Ipswich Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship | Ipswich | Southampton | 17.08.2025 | 1-1 |
| Premier League | Ipswich | Southampton | 01.02.2025 | 1-2 |
| Premier League | Southampton | Ipswich | 21.09.2024 | 1-1 |
| Championship | Ipswich | Southampton | 01.04.2024 | 3-2 |
| Championship | Southampton | Ipswich | 19.09.2023 | 0-1 |
| FA Cup | Ipswich | Southampton | 14.01.2015 | 0-1 |
| FA Cup | Southampton | Ipswich | 04.01.2015 | 1-1 |
| Championship | Southampton | Ipswich | 06.03.2012 | 1-1 |
| Championship | Ipswich | Southampton | 16.08.2011 | 2-5 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FA Cup | Manchester City | Southampton | 25.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Championship | Southampton | Bristol City | 21.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| Championship | Swansea | Southampton | 18.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Championship | Southampton | Blackburn | 14.04.2026 | 3-0 |
| Championship | Southampton | Derby | 11.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Championship | Wrexham | Southampton | 07.04.2026 | 1-5 |
| FA Cup | Southampton | Arsenal | 04.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Championship | Southampton | Oxford United | 21.03.2026 | 2-0 |
| Championship | Southampton | Norwich | 18.03.2026 | 1-0 |
| Championship | Coventry | Southampton | 14.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship | West Brom | Ipswich | 25.04.2026 | 0-0 |
| Championship | Charlton | Ipswich | 22.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Championship | Ipswich | Middlesbrough | 19.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| Championship | Portsmouth | Ipswich | 14.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| Championship | Norwich | Ipswich | 11.04.2026 | 0-2 |
| Championship | Ipswich | Birmingham | 06.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Championship | Ipswich | Millwall | 21.03.2026 | 1-1 |
| Championship | Sheffield Wednesday | Ipswich | 14.03.2026 | 0-2 |
| Championship | Stoke City | Ipswich | 10.03.2026 | 3-3 |
| Championship | Ipswich | Leicester | 07.03.2026 | 1-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Southampton VS Ipswich
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Southampton vs Ipswich
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Southampton vs Ipswich
Three points separate these two sides in the Championship table, and with the season reaching its climax, Saturday's clash between Southampton and Ipswich could define who goes up automatically. This isn't just a game. This is a six-pointer that could shape the entire division.
Southampton sit fourth with 76 points from 44 games. Ipswich are second with 79 points from 43. The Saints have played one more game, which means Ipswich hold the cards right now — but only just.
Here's what you need to watch for. Southampton are in scorching form. They've won seven of their last ten across all competitions, including a remarkable FA Cup scalp against Arsenal. That wasn't a fluke. This is a team that genuinely believes in itself right now.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that Ipswich are the safer bet just because they sit higher. Their away form has been patchy. They lost at Portsmouth, got battered 5-3 at Wrexham, and were knocked out of the FA Cup away from home too. Travelling sides have a way of exposing Ipswich's vulnerabilities.
The key battle will be Adam Armstrong against Ipswich's backline. Eleven goals in 29 games, but increasingly influential in big moments. Ipswich's Jarrod Clarke has been their talisman all season with 15 goals — and he'll need to be here too. If Clarke fires, Ipswich have a chance. If Armstrong and Finn Azaz combine, Southampton win.
Here's the surprising stat that most people are missing. Southampton have scored 77 goals this season — actually more than Ipswich's 75. The Saints are not just a pragmatic promotion machine. They are the Championship's most clinical attack, and at home, they are devastating.
One concern for Southampton is the injury list. Léo Scienza, their top assist provider with ten, is listed as questionable. If he misses out, their creativity could be limited. That's worth checking before kick-off if you're betting on Southampton's attacking output.
For the betting markets, Southampton at 2.17 looks like genuine value given home advantage and current form. The draw at 3.50 has some appeal if Scienza is ruled out — these two drew 1-1 earlier this season in the reverse fixture. Both teams to score is almost nailed on here. In nine head-to-head meetings, both teams have found the net in the majority. Back it with confidence.
My bold prediction: Southampton win 2-1, with Armstrong scoring and Ipswich grabbing a late consolation that makes it nervous but not enough. Clarke gets his goal — he always does — but the Saints edge it at St Mary's.
This is the kind of match that defines seasons and builds legends. Get yourself ready for it.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R. Fraser | Scotland | 32 | Midfielder | 163 | 70 |
| C. Taylor | England | 32 | Defender | 176 | 70 |
| A. McCarthy | England | 36 | Goalkeeper | 193 | 79 |
| N. Wood-Gordon | England | 23 | Defender | 188 | 75 |
| A. Armstrong | England | 29 | Attacker | 172 | 69 |
| B. Brereton | Chile | 27 | Attacker | 185 | 80 |
| R. Manning | Republic of Ireland | 29 | Midfielder | 173 | 66 |
| J. Bree | England | 28 | Defender | 178 | 74 |
| F. Downes | England | 27 | Midfielder | 173 | 70 |
| A. Bella-Kotchap | Germany | 24 | Defender | 190 | 87 |
| Y. Sugawara | Japan | 25 | Midfielder | 179 | 69 |
| W. Smallbone | Republic of Ireland | 26 | Midfielder | 183 | 71 |
| C. Archer | England | 24 | Attacker | 181 | 72 |
| T. Harwood-Bellis | England | 24 | Defender | 188 | 82 |
| R. Edwards | England | 23 | Defender | 180 | 76 |
| S. Charles | Northern Ireland | 22 | Midfielder | 189 | 87 |
| D. Downs | Germany | 21 | Attacker | 192 | 80 |
| Mateus Fernandes | Portugal | 21 | Midfielder | 178 | 72 |
| K. Matsuki | Japan | 23 | Midfielder | 180 | 78 |
| J. Sanda | France | 19 | Defender | 186 | 76 |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Murić | Kosovo | 27 | Goalkeeper | 198 | 81 |
| A. Young | England | 40 | Defender | 175 | 65 |
| G. Hirst | England | 27 | Attacker | 191 | 84 |
| S. Szmodics | Republic of Ireland | 30 | Attacker | 168 | 64 |
| L. Woolfenden | England | 27 | Defender | 193 | 70 |
| J. Taylor | Republic of Ireland | 27 | Midfielder | 185 | 70 |
| B. Johnson | England | 26 | Defender | 175 | 67 |
| D. Button | England | 37 | Goalkeeper | 191 | 87 |
| L. Davis | England | 26 | Defender | 182 | 70 |
| J. Clarke | England | 25 | Midfielder | 181 | 74 |
| C. Townsend | England | 33 | Defender | 183 | 62 |
| C. Ogbene | Republic of Ireland | 29 | Midfielder | 181 | 78 |
| C. Walton | England | 30 | Goalkeeper | 195 | 75 |
| C. Kipré | Côte d'Ivoire | 29 | Defender | 193 | 90 |
| C. Chaplin | England | 29 | Midfielder | 168 | 70 |
| J. Greaves | England | 25 | Defender | 185 | 70 |
| C. Slicker | Scotland | 23 | Goalkeeper | 191 | 82 |
| Ali Al Hamadi | Iraq | 24 | Attacker | 183 | 82 |
| C. Humphreys | England | 22 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Finley Frank Barbrook | England | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
Southampton vs Ipswich match odds
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