The 2025-2026 Championship season kicks off with a highly anticipated match as Ipswich Town hosts Southampton at Portman Road. Both teams will be looking to get their campaigns off to a positive start.
Match Details:
CompetitionDateKick-off (ET)VenueChampionshipAugust 17, 20257:00 AMPortman Road, Ipswich, England
Team Form and Analysis:
Ipswich Town enters the season with a new manager, Kieran McKenna, and some new signings to strengthen their squad. Their pre-season has been a mixed bag, with a few wins and losses. They will be looking to capitalize on their home advantage, where they have a strong historical record, and will be eager to start the season with a victory in front of their home crowd. The team’s defensive vulnerabilities will be a concern against a potent Southampton attack.
Southampton, meanwhile, is returning to the Championship after a single season in the Premier League. They have had an impressive pre-season under new manager Will Still, with a 2-1 victory over Wrexham and a 1-0 win against Northampton Town in the Carabao Cup. With a solid squad and a new tactical identity, they are eager to start the new season with a win and reassert their dominance in the league.
Head-to-Head:
The head-to-head record between these two clubs is competitive. In their last 10 meetings, they have had two wins each, with six draws. The most recent competitive encounters were a 2-1 victory for Southampton and a 1-1 draw in the Premier League last season, suggesting that this match could be a tightly contested affair.
Ipswich Town vs Southampton: Head-to-Head Stats (Last 5 Competitive Matches)
Ipswich TownSouthamptonWins22Draws11Goals Scored66Goals Conceded66
Player to Watch:
Ipswich Town: George Hirst, who has been in good form, will be a player to watch for the home side.
Southampton: Adam Armstrong, who scored 11 goals in the Premier League last season, will be a key player for the visitors.
Prediction:
Given their superior squad quality and recent form, Southampton is the favorite in this match. While Ipswich Town will have the home advantage and the motivation of playing in the Championship, Southampton’s tactical discipline and attacking prowess are expected to be the deciding factors. It is expected to be a competitive match, but a victory for Southampton is the most likely outcome.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
You can watch the Ipswich Town vs Southampton match live on the following platforms, subject to availability in your region:
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