The England Championship offers an intriguing encounter on 08.09.2026 between Southampton and Swansea. Although Southampton is slightly more likely to emerge victorious, the match could go either way. We’ve compiled detailed analytics, including team strengths, potential weaknesses, and key players to watch. Don’t forget to read our prediction before making your bet.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Swansea | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 7/1 | 11 |
| 2 | Middlesbrough | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8/5 | 10 |
| 3 | QPR | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 7/4 | 10 |
| 18 | Lincoln | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4/6 | 5 |
| 19 | Southampton | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 11/6 | 4 |
| 20 | Derby | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5/10 | 4 |
Key Player Statistics: Southampton vs Swansea
Southampton vs Swansea Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship | Swansea | Southampton | 18.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Championship | Southampton | Swansea | 18.10.2025 | 0-0 |
| FA Cup | Southampton | Swansea | 12.01.2025 | 3-0 |
| Championship | Swansea | Southampton | 20.01.2024 | 1-3 |
| Championship | Southampton | Swansea | 26.12.2023 | 5-0 |
| FA Cup | Swansea | Southampton | 08.01.2022 | 2-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Swansea | Southampton | 31.07.2021 | 1-3 |
| Premier League | Swansea | Southampton | 08.05.2018 | 0-1 |
| Premier League | Southampton | Swansea | 12.08.2017 | 0-0 |
| Premier League | Swansea | Southampton | 31.01.2017 | 2-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship | Lincoln | Southampton | 05.09.2026 | 1-1 |
| Championship | Birmingham | Southampton | 01.09.2026 | 1-1 |
| Championship | Southampton | Millwall | 29.08.2026 | 5-1 |
| League Cup | Southampton | West Ham | 25.08.2026 | 1-4 |
| Championship | Southampton | Stoke City | 22.08.2026 | 3-1 |
| Championship | Watford | Southampton | 16.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| League Cup | Colchester | Southampton | 08.08.2026 | 0-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Preußen Münster | Southampton | 01.08.2026 | 1-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Eintracht Braunschweig | Southampton | 24.07.2026 | 0-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Eastleigh | Southampton | 18.07.2026 | 1-3 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship | Swansea | Wrexham | 05.09.2026 | 0-0 |
| Championship | Swansea | Watford | 01.09.2026 | 2-0 |
| Championship | Derby | Swansea | 29.08.2026 | 0-3 |
| Championship | Swansea | Sheffield Utd | 22.08.2026 | 0-0 |
| Championship | Stoke City | Swansea | 15.08.2026 | 1-2 |
| League Cup | Swansea | Birmingham | 08.08.2026 | 0-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Swansea | Leganes | 01.08.2026 | 1-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Merthyr Town | Swansea | 28.07.2026 | 3-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Swansea | Udinese | 24.07.2026 | 2-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Swansea | VfL Bochum | 21.07.2026 | 0-2 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Southampton VS Swansea
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Southampton vs Swansea
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Southampton vs Swansea
htmlThere's a fascinating story brewing at St. Mary's this weekend. Southampton host Swansea in what looks like a classic Championship clash on paper. But dig into the numbers and you'll find something far more intriguing than the odds suggest.
Swansea sit top of the Championship table. Four games played, ten points, seven goals scored, just one conceded. That is an extraordinary start. Meanwhile Southampton sit 18th with three points from four games. On the surface, this looks like a mismatch.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about Southampton struggling. Here's what you need to watch for. At home, the Saints are a completely different animal. Their recent form at St. Mary's has been electric, including a stunning 5-1 demolition of Millwall just days ago. Caolan Larin has four goals in four matches already this season. He is in serious form and ready to cause damage.
The head-to-head record tells a compelling story too. Southampton have dominated this fixture in recent years. They won 5-0 here in December 2023 and followed that up with a 3-0 FA Cup hammering of Swansea in January 2025. Last April, Southampton beat Swansea 2-1 away from home. This is a side that genuinely fancies their chances against the Welsh outfit regardless of league position.
Here's the surprising stat that most casual observers will completely miss. Swansea have shipped only one Championship goal all season, but their defensive absentee list is a real concern. Burgess is out with an Achilles injury, Franco is missing with an ankle problem, and Cabango is questionable. That backline could be significantly weakened walking into a ground where Southampton have averaged nearly three goals per home league game this season.
Tactically, watch Eom Ji-Sung for Swansea. He has two goals and two assists already, making him the creative heartbeat of this Swansea side. How Southampton's midfield manages him, particularly F. Azaz who leads their assist chart, could define the game entirely.
The odds have Southampton at 1.84, which honestly looks generous given their home record against these opponents. I fancy a Southampton win here, something like 2-1. For betting value, the home win market stands out clearly. Larin to score anytime at a likely generous price is another market worth exploring seriously. Over 2.5 goals also looks extremely appealing given Southampton's attacking output and Swansea's defensive injury concerns.
My bold prediction? Larin opens the scoring before half-time, Southampton lead at the break, and hold on for three vital points despite a late Swansea goal. The table says one thing. History and home advantage say something else entirely.
Saturday night at St. Mary's. Form versus history. League leaders versus home specialists. This one could genuinely surprise everyone watching.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C. Larin | Canada | 31 | Attacker | 188 | 83 |
| J. Ward-Prowse | England | 31 | Midfielder | 177 | 66 |
| J. Stephens | England | 32 | Defender | 185 | 75 |
| N. Wood-Gordon | England | 24 | Defender | 188 | 75 |
| G. Long | England | 32 | Goalkeeper | 193 | 91 |
| B. Brereton | Chile | 27 | Attacker | 185 | 80 |
| R. Manning | Republic of Ireland | 30 | Defender | 173 | 66 |
| J. Bree | England | 28 | Defender | 178 | 74 |
| F. Downes | England | 27 | Midfielder | 173 | 70 |
| K. Schlotterbeck | Germany | 29 | Defender | 189 | 84 |
| Daniel Peretz | Israel | 26 | Goalkeeper | 195 | 89 |
| C. Archer | England | 24 | Attacker | 181 | 72 |
| T. Harwood-Bellis | England | 24 | Defender | 188 | 82 |
| L. Dobbin | England | 23 | Midfielder | 175 | 71 |
| Welington | Brazil | 25 | Defender | 177 | 73 |
| F. Azaz | Republic of Ireland | 26 | Midfielder | 185 | 70 |
| S. Edozie | England | 23 | Midfielder | 181 | 71 |
| T. Fellows | England | 23 | Midfielder | 183 | 73 |
| Léo Scienza | Brazil | 28 | Midfielder | 175 | 69 |
| S. Charles | Northern Ireland | 22 | Midfielder | 189 | 87 |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L. Vigouroux | Chile | 32 | Goalkeeper | 194 | 77 |
| J. Key | England | 26 | Defender | 178 | 69 |
| J. Fulton | Scotland | 32 | Midfielder | 185 | 68 |
| J. Tymon | England | 27 | Defender | 180 | 74 |
| C. Burgess | Australia | 30 | Defender | 194 | 93 |
| S. Eustáquio | Canada | 29 | Midfielder | 177 | 70 |
| R. Stewart | Scotland | 30 | Attacker | 188 | 85 |
| S. Welsh | Scotland | 26 | Defender | 188 | 78 |
| Ronald | Brazil | 25 | Attacker | 177 | 69 |
| A. Fisher | England | 28 | Goalkeeper | 189 | 83 |
| E. Just | New Zealand | 26 | Midfielder | 174 | 68 |
| B. Cabango | Wales | 26 | Defender | 186 | 84 |
| A. Idah | Republic of Ireland | 25 | Attacker | 190 | 83 |
| Z. Vipotnik | Slovenia | 24 | Attacker | 186 | 80 |
| L. Walta | Finland | 23 | Midfielder | 178 | 62 |
| M. Stamenić | New Zealand | 24 | Midfielder | 188 | n/a |
| Eom Ji-Sung | Korea Republic | 24 | Attacker | 178 | 70 |
| J. Seelt | Netherlands | 23 | Defender | 192 | 84 |
| F. Lissah | England | 21 | Defender | 182 | 70 |
| M. Widell | Sweden | 24 | Midfielder | 181 | 69 |
Southampton vs Swansea match odds
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