Main prediction: both teams to score (BTTS)
Alternative tip: over 1.5 goals in the 1st half
Other market: over 10.5 corners
The EFL Championship 2026/27 renews a clash that has history. Southampton and Bristol City meet again this 12/09 (Saturday), at St. Mary's Stadium, at 15:00.
In their last 5 clashes in the leagues they participate in, Southampton have won 2 time(s) and score 2.2 goals per match. Meanwhile, Bristol City have won 3. Southampton lead the betting with a 56.50% chance of winning.
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Prediction for Southampton vs Bristol City
BTTS - Yes
Overview Southampton vs Bristol City
Southampton are favourites, with a 56.50% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Bristol City Football Club Limited win are at 5.128 and a draw at 9.
In the English Championship, Southampton have accumulated 3 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 14 goal(s) scored and 7 conceded. Cyle Larin leads the scoring chart with 5 goal(s). Meanwhile, Bristol City have accumulated 3 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 9 goal(s) scored and 7 conceded, with Dominic Ballard as top scorer with 2 goal(s).
Head-to-head between Southampton and Bristol City
In 9 clashes, Bristol City have the advantage over Southampton: 6 win(s) against 2 and 1 draw(s). The most recent was on 21/04/2026, in the EFL Championship, the match score was: Southampton 2-2 Bristol City.
This data can contextualise the predictions for Southampton vs Bristol City, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.
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Southampton: current form
Southampton's attack is firing: an average of 2.2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions. One of the most productive attacks at the moment.
See their performance in this edition of the EFL Championship:
3 win(s), 2 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.83 point(s) per match
14 goals scored (2.33 per match)
Top scorer: Cyle Larin (5 goal(s))
Bristol City: current form
For the visitors, Bristol City have played 5 match(es) in the English Championship.
See their performance:
3 win(s), 1 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)
Performance: 2 point(s) per match
9 goals scored (1.8 per match)
Top scorer: Dominic Ballard (2 goal(s))
Southampton vs Bristol City key players
In the EFL Championship, Cyle Larin carries Southampton Football Club Limited's attack with 5 goal(s).
The playmaker is Flynn Downes, leading in assists with 2. In the whole season, Adam Armstrong has 11 goal(s).
On the other side, Dominic Ballard is the name that frightens the most for The Robins with 2 goal(s) in the EFL Championship.
In terms of playmaking, Rio Cardines leads in assists with 4. In the whole season, Scott Twine has accumulated 11 goal(s).
Southampton vs Bristol City statistics in the EFL Championship
Southampton have an average of 11.17 corners and 1.67 cards per match. Meanwhile, Bristol City have 11 corners and 1.2 cards. See the numbers for Southampton vs Bristol City in the table below.
Southampton
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D D W L |
1.6 |
| Home | W W L W W |
2.4 |
| Away | D D L W D |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 100% | 0% |
| Goals | 3.5 | 4.67 | 2.33 |
| Scored | 2.33 | 3.67 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.17 | 1 | 1.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 67% | 67% | 67% |
|
xG
|
1.7 | 1.85 | 1.54 |
|
xGA
|
1.48 | 1.33 | 1.62 |
Bristol City
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W D L |
2 |
| Home | W L L W L |
1.2 |
| Away | W W D L D |
1.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 50% | 67% |
| Goals | 3.2 | 2.5 | 3.67 |
| Scored | 1.8 | 1 | 2.33 |
| Conceded | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 80% | 50% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 20% | 50% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 67% | 50% | 67% |
|
xG
|
1.26 | 0.83 | 1.54 |
|
xGA
|
1.49 | 1.74 | 1.32 |
More tips for Southampton vs Bristol City
In addition to the main prediction, see other betting markets for Southampton vs Bristol City in the EFL Championship:
Correct score prediction for Southampton vs Bristol City
Southampton have good form and arrived for this match scoring well. Their favoritism in the odds is a consequence of this. Exact score: Southampton 2-0 Bristol City. Score prognosis involves high uncertainty. Bet calmly.
Where to watch Southampton vs Bristol City
Check out where to watch the live match between Bristol City and Southampton:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Southampton and Bristol City
The line-ups for Southampton vs Bristol City in the English Championship are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Southampton Football Club Limited line-up
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1
Daniel Peretz
Goalkeeper
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3
Ryan Manning
Defender
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4
Flynn Downes
Midfielder
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7
Leonardo Weschenfelder-Scienza
Forward
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9
Cyle Larin
Forward
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10
Finn Azaz
Midfielder
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13
Keven Schlotterbeck
Defender
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14
James Bree
Defender
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15
Nathan Wood-Gordon
Defender
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18
Tom Fellows
Midfielder
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30
James Ward-Prowse
Midfielder
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Bristol City Football Club Limited line-up
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1
Sam Tickle
Goalkeeper
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2
Lisav Naif Eissat
Defender
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3
Cameron Pring
Defender
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8
Joe Williams
Midfielder
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9
Lorent Tolaj
Forward
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10
Scott Twine
Midfielder
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12
Jason Knight
Midfielder
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16
Robert Dickie
Defender
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17
Jed Wallace
Forward
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21
Rio Cardines
Defender
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27
Gibson Yah
Midfielder
The Bristol City starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Southampton vs Bristol City
Match: Southampton vs Bristol City
Tournament: English Championship 2026/27
Date: 12/09/2026
Time: 15:00 (Brasília time)
Venue: St. Mary's Stadium
Broadcast: none scheduled
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