Southampton vs Bristol City Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 21 Apr 2026
Championship Betting Preview: Southampton vs Bristol City
Automatic promotion hopefuls Southampton square off against Bristol City at St. Mary's, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Tuesday 21 April.
There’s a case for backing Southampton -1 at odds of -125, meaning money back if they beat Bristol City by a single goal. A victory by two goals or more would land a nice return with this Asian Handicap wager.
Southampton won their last game 2-1, making it seven on the spin. This was an away win at Swansea.com Stadium against Swansea City. The Saints enjoyed 56% possession and had five shots on target, while Shea Charles and Cameron Archer scored one goal each.
Bristol City lost when last in action. In a home game at Ashton Gate, they were beaten 4-2 by Norwich City. Roy Hodgson's team had 45% of possession and six shots on goal, while Sam Morsy and Sam Bell were on the scoresheet.
Head-to-Head Statistics
City have won the last two encounters against Southampton, landing winning home scorelines of 3-1 and 3-1 at Ashton Gate. City have won two of the past 3 H2H games, with Southampton picking up one win.
| Championship | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 |  Southampton |
46 | 22 | 14 | 10 | 82 | 56 | 26 | 82:56 | 80 |
| 12 |  Bristol City |
46 | 17 | 11 | 18 | 59 | 59 | 0 | 59:59 | 62 |
Southampton have 9 wins and 1 draw, averaging 2.6 goals from 5.9 shots on goal and 12.9 attempts. Tonda Eckert's side have averaged 56.6% possession and 6.1 corners per match, with their opponents getting 0.6 goals from 3.3 shots on goal, 9.5 attempts and 4.2 corners.
Top scorers Kuryu Matsuki and Cyle Larin have found the net 4 times, with Finn Azaz getting 3. Leo Scienza and Finn Azaz have recorded the most assists with 3 apiece.
City have won 3, lost 5 and drawn 2, averaging 3.9 shots on goal, 10.3 attempts and 0.9 goals. The Robins average 52.9% possession, 4.7 corners taken and 5.4 corners against them, while 1.4 goals have been conceded from 14.8 attempts and 5.8 shots on goal.
Scott Twine is top of the team’s scoring charts with 3, while Sam Morsy, Sam Bell, Mark Sykes and Noah Eile have 1. The top assistors in the last 10 games are Cameron Pring, Delano Burgzorg and Max Bird who have all made 1.
Confirmed Lineups
Southampton confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Daniel Peretz (GK), James Bree, Taylor Harwood-Bellis, Nathan Wood, Ryan Manning, Flynn Downes, Shea Charles, Kuryu Matsuki, Cameron Archer, Finn Azaz, Cyle Larin.
Bristol City confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Radek Vitek (GK), Ross McCrorie, Noah Eile, Neto Borges, Cameron Pring, Jason Knight, Sam Morsy, Sam Bell, Tomi Horvat, Scott Twine, Delano Burgzorg.
Southampton vs Bristol City Prediction & Betting Tips
Dive into our full Southampton vs Bristol City betting preview, featuring an expert match prediction, a projected scoreline, valuable corners advice, top player prop bet and a bet builder designed for value.
Match Prediction
We’re sweet on Southampton for this Championship game. The favourites are available at -1 on the Asian Handicap and we’re happy to take odds of -125 that are currently on offer for this pick.
Sportsgambler.com has plenty of Championship insights and that includes getting the team news immediately. The recent form will also help deliver our expert football predictions and we ensure that the most relevant stats are used to good effect.
Key Southampton vs Bristol City league stats:
According to the latest betting odds, our pick has a 55.6% chance of winning. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 60-65%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
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There’s the option to wager on Southampton to win by a 2-0 scoreline. Odds of +500 are on offer and this is a correct score bet that should provide plenty of entertainment.
Player Prop Picks
Finn Azaz (Southampton) has racked up two goals in his past four Championship matches on home soil. It’s worth a gamble on the +190 for him to be Anytime Goalscorer as there’s plenty of juice in these betting odds.
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Corners Prediction
It’s been an average of 5.20 corners for City in their past 5 away matches, with Southampton conceding over 3.5 corners in the last two games. We think this presents a convincing argument and we’ll bet on City to cover the Team Corners line which is on offer at odds of -156.
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Bet Builder Tips
If you want to try a bet builder, have a play on Southampton with an Asian Handicap of -1, one or both teams drawing a blank merged with City to rack up over 3.5 corners.
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Southampton vs Bristol City Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
With an estimated 72% chance of winning, the bookies are taking few chances with their -263 betting odds about Southampton triumphing in this Championship clash. Bristol City are operating at larger odds than the opposition and the underdogs can be wagered at +650.
Southampton can be backed alternatively on the Half-Time Result market and that means getting -123. However, City are +550 and the draw is +155 if you want to take a different option.
For those expecting a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price. If you’re looking to wager on Both Teams to Score, there’s not a lot of difference between Yes and No.
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Favourite Leo Scienza is available at +400 to be the First Goalscorer. Similar odds apply if you’re interested in him to score the last goal.
Stats: Championship matches only
Southampton have landed six straight wins at St. Mary's. The Saints have secured nine victories and one draw in the previous 10 home matches, netting an average of 1.90 goals per game and conceding 0.40.
Bristol City have not lost on their travels in the past three matches. Roy Hodgson's team have finished with four defeats, three wins and three draws in the past 10 away matches, netting an average of 0.90 goals per game and conceding 1.20.
Southampton beat City 1-0 when they last met at St. Mary's.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southampton Home Stats |
9-1-0 | 2.30 | 1.90 | 0.40 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 6 | |
| Bristol City Away Stats |
3-3-4 | 2.10 | 0.90 | 1.20 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 5 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
Southampton League Stats
Bristol City League Stats
- 9 wins and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.60 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.70 goals scored and 0.40 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 6.10 corners awarded and 4.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.80 corners awarded and 4.30 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.10 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 5.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.00 corners awarded and 5.00 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.10 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.00 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 56.60% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 59.40% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 52.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 51.70% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Southampton this season are Adam Armstrong (11), Finn Azaz (11), Leo Scienza (7)
- Top Assistors for Southampton this season are Leo Scienza (10), Finn Azaz (8), James Bree (5)
Southampton vs Bristol City Lineups & Team News
Don’t bet on Southampton vs City without reviewing the latest team news. Stay in the know with our predicted and confirmed Championship lineups and the latest on injuries.
Southampton Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Bristol City Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Southampton Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Bristol City Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Southampton Substitutes
- 5Jack Stephens
- 11Ross Stewart
- 13Leo Scienza
- 18Tom Fellows
- 20Caspar Jander
- 23Samuel Edozie
- 25George Long
- 34Welington
- 48Cameron Bragg
Bristol City Substitutes
- 16Rob Dickie
- 17Mark Sykes
- 18Emil Riis Jakobsen
- 19George Tanner
- 24Seb Naylor
- 30Sinclair Armstrong
- 32Lewis Thomas
- 44George Earthy
- 48Ranel Young
Previous Southampton Lineups
Previous Bristol City Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Southampton Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Tonda Eckert
Bristol City Player Stats & Squad
Championship Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coventry | 46 | 28 | 11 | 7 | 97:45 | 95 |
| 2 | Ipswich | 46 | 23 | 15 | 8 | 80:47 | 84 |
| 3 | Millwall | 46 | 24 | 11 | 11 | 64:49 | 83 |
| 4 | Southampton | 46 | 22 | 14 | 10 | 82:56 | 80 |
| 5 | Middlesbrough | 46 | 22 | 14 | 10 | 72:47 | 80 |
| 6 | Hull | 46 | 21 | 10 | 15 | 70:66 | 73 |
| 7 | Wrexham | 46 | 19 | 14 | 13 | 69:65 | 71 |
| 8 | Derby | 46 | 20 | 9 | 17 | 67:59 | 69 |
| 9 | Norwich | 46 | 19 | 8 | 19 | 63:56 | 65 |
| 10 | Birmingham | 46 | 17 | 13 | 16 | 57:56 | 64 |
| 11 | Swansea | 46 | 18 | 10 | 18 | 57:59 | 64 |
| 12 | Bristol City | 46 | 17 | 11 | 18 | 59:59 | 62 |
| 13 | Sheffield Utd | 46 | 18 | 6 | 22 | 66:66 | 60 |
| 14 | Preston | 46 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 55:62 | 60 |
| 15 | QPR | 46 | 16 | 10 | 20 | 61:73 | 58 |
| 16 | Watford | 46 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 53:65 | 57 |
| 17 | Stoke | 46 | 15 | 10 | 21 | 51:56 | 55 |
| 18 | Portsmouth | 46 | 14 | 13 | 19 | 49:64 | 55 |
| 19 | Charlton | 46 | 13 | 14 | 19 | 44:58 | 53 |
| 20 | Blackburn | 46 | 13 | 13 | 20 | 42:56 | 52 |
| 21 | West Brom | 46 | 13 | 14 | 19 | 48:58 | 51 |
| 22 | Oxford | 46 | 11 | 14 | 21 | 45:59 | 47 |
| 23 | Leicester | 46 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 58:68 | 46 |
| 24 | Sheffield Wed | 46 | 2 | 12 | 32 | 29:89 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coventry | 23 | 17 | 4 | 2 | 51:19 | 55 |
| 2 | Ipswich | 23 | 14 | 8 | 1 | 43:17 | 50 |
| 3 | Southampton | 23 | 12 | 8 | 3 | 38:19 | 44 |
| 4 | Birmingham | 23 | 12 | 8 | 3 | 39:22 | 44 |
| 5 | Middlesbrough | 23 | 12 | 6 | 5 | 34:18 | 42 |
| 6 | Millwall | 23 | 13 | 3 | 7 | 33:25 | 42 |
| 7 | Swansea | 23 | 11 | 6 | 6 | 34:27 | 39 |
| 8 | Hull | 23 | 11 | 5 | 7 | 35:34 | 38 |
| 9 | Wrexham | 23 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 41:37 | 37 |
| 10 | Watford | 23 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 30:27 | 37 |
| 11 | Derby | 23 | 10 | 6 | 7 | 31:27 | 36 |
| 12 | West Brom | 23 | 8 | 10 | 5 | 28:25 | 34 |
| 13 | Stoke | 23 | 9 | 6 | 8 | 34:28 | 33 |
| 14 | QPR | 23 | 10 | 3 | 10 | 40:37 | 33 |
| 15 | Sheffield Utd | 23 | 9 | 4 | 10 | 38:33 | 31 |
| 16 | Bristol City | 23 | 9 | 4 | 10 | 33:31 | 31 |
| 17 | Preston | 23 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 28:30 | 31 |
| 18 | Charlton | 23 | 9 | 4 | 10 | 23:26 | 31 |
| 19 | Portsmouth | 23 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 25:23 | 30 |
| 20 | Norwich | 23 | 9 | 3 | 11 | 27:28 | 30 |
| 21 | Oxford | 23 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 24:27 | 29 |
| 22 | Leicester | 23 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 31:34 | 28 |
| 23 | Blackburn | 23 | 4 | 9 | 10 | 19:27 | 21 |
| 24 | Sheffield Wed | 23 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 14:44 | 10 |
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