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Championship Matchweek 25
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15:00
Friday 1 January 2027 · UK time
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Match preview

Southampton host Cardiff in Championship Matchweek 25 on Friday 1 January 2027, 15:00 (UK time) at Southampton.

Southampton sit 7th with 24 points from 15 matches, 6 points ahead of 14th-placed Cardiff.

Southampton are in mixed form (2W 2D 1L in their last 5). Cardiff are in mixed form (2W 2D 1L in their last 5).

Our data model gives Southampton a 79% chance of victory, Cardiff 7% and the draw 13%. It makes Southampton the favourites, with expected goals of 2.74 against 0.73.

Confirmed line-ups usually appear about an hour before kick-off. This page updates automatically.

Questions & answers

What time is Southampton vs Cardiff?

Kick-off is Friday 1 January 2027, 15:00 UK time.

Where is Southampton vs Cardiff played?

The match is played at Southampton.

Who is predicted to win Southampton vs Cardiff?

Our Poisson data model rates Southampton at 79%, the draw at 13% and Cardiff at 7%. The most likely single scoreline is 2-0. This is statistical analysis, not betting advice.