A win for the visiting Ipswich side would all but secure their return to the Premier League. The match between Southampton and Ipswich Town kicks off at 7:45pm BST at St Mary’s Stadium on April 28, 2026. For Southampton, victory is essential to keep their promotion hopes alive.
Current standings:
- Ipswich Town has accumulated 80 points before the match.
- Southampton sits closely behind with 79 points.
- Southampton has won 13 of their last 17 games, showcasing a strong form.
Ipswich comes into this match with a mixed record in recent games, having secured only one win in their last four matches. This inconsistency raises questions about their readiness for such a pivotal encounter.
Flynn Downes will miss the game for Southampton due to a suspension from a previous red card. Meanwhile, Ipswich’s squad will also be affected by injuries, missing key players like Leif Davis and Conor Townsend.
The stakes are high not just for Southampton but for Ipswich as well. A defeat here would heap all the pressure on Ipswich heading into the final day of the season.
The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports in the UK and will be available for free viewing on CBS Sports Golazo Network in the US, allowing fans to follow this critical Championship clash closely.
Predicted score:
FourFourTwo expects Southampton to deliver another brilliant performance, possibly winning with a scoreline of 2-1.
