Southampton vs Stoke Predictions

Southampton vs Stoke is scheduled for kick off on 23 August, at 14:00. The game is set to take place at St. Mary's Stadium, with Josh Smith officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Southampton currently holding the 4th position in the table 25 points ahead of Stoke. Southampton have won 2 English Football League - Championship matches against Stoke out of the last 4 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. Stoke's away record stands at 6 victories from 23 games. Following their 2-0 loss to Bristol City, Stoke is determined to bounce back with a win against Southampton.

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, Stoke have scored 51 goals with 173 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 70% of matches but conceded in 72% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Southampton scored 4 goals while Stoke scored 3 goals. Their last match on 31 January 2026 ended in 2-0 to Southampton.