Southampton vs Sheff Utd Predictions

Southampton vs Sheff Utd is scheduled for kick off on 21 January, at 19:45. The game is set to take place at St. Mary's Stadium, with Thomas Kirk officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Southampton currently holding the 4th position in the table 20 points ahead of Sheff Utd. Southampton have won 2 English Football League - Championship matches against Sheff Utd out of the last 2 they have played. After their recent victory against Middlesbrough, Southampton is determined to keep their momentum going. Southampton have won 13 of their last 24 English Football League - Championship matches at St. Mary's Stadium. Sheff Utd's away record stands at 9 victories from 23 games. Following their 2-1 triumph over Derby, Sheff Utd have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Southampton on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Southampton have scored over 1.5 goals in 85% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 75% of games. Their total stands at 82 goals and 253 shots on target this English Football League - Championship season. Meanwhile, Sheff Utd have scored 66 goals with 197 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 74% of matches but conceded in 78% of games.

In their last 2 head-to-head clashes, Southampton scored 3 goals while Sheff Utd scored 1 goal. Their last match on 21 January 2026 ended in 1-0 to Southampton.