Southampton vs Ipswich Town prediction, H2H and probable lineups — 28.04.2026
As part of the 40th round of the English Championship, Southampton will face Ipswich Town. The match is set for Tuesday, 28 April, with kickoff scheduled for 20:45 Central European Time. I'm backing a bet on the game's total goals.
Match preview
Southampton head into this clash in excellent form and with serious ambitions for the season run-in. The Saints are firmly holding onto fifth place and have already secured a spot in the playoffs.
In recent weeks, the team has been showcasing powerful attacking football and impressive scoring prowess, making them one of the most dangerous sides at the business end of the campaign. With 77 goals scored, they boast the best attacking record among all clubs, second only to Coventry.
Particularly noteworthy is their current run: victories over Swansea, Blackburn, Derby, and a resounding 5-1 thrashing of Wrexham underline the team's confidence and attacking potential. Moreover, a strong cup run that ended only in the semi-finals speaks to Southampton's positive mentality and ability to challenge top opposition.
Still, despite their sparkling form, the team occasionally shows defensive frailties, which could be a concern against well-organised opponents. The showdown with Ipswich will be a real test, as they'll be up against one of the season’s most consistent outfits.
Ipswich are enjoying one of their best seasons in years, confidently sitting in the automatic promotion zone in second place. The Tractor Boys are playing mature football, combining a potent attack with disciplined defending.
A recent win over Charlton solidified their position and kept the pressure on their rivals. The latest draw with West Bromwich did little to derail their campaign, as everything remains in Kieran McKenna's side’s hands.
The form of Ipswich is also impressive: wins over Norwich, Birmingham, and Sheffield Wednesday, plus a draw with Millwall, highlight their consistency. This team knows how to collect points even in tough fixtures and displays real character, often turning games around.
However, Ipswich don't always dominate proceedings and can face difficulties against sides who impose a high tempo. Away from home, they tend to play more pragmatically, focusing on discipline and clinical finishing — and that could be the key factor in this clash with Southampton.
Match facts
- Southampton are unbeaten at home in their last 11 matches.
- Ipswich have won just one of their last three away games.
- Southampton average 1.6 goals per home match, while Ipswich average 1.5 goals per away game.
Probable lineups
- Southampton: Peretz, Fellows, Bree, Harwood-Bellis, Wood, Manning, Matsuki, Charles, Schienza, Azaz, Larin.
- Ipswich Town: Walton, Greaves, Kipre, O'Shea, Furlong, Taylor, Matusiwa, Mehmeti, Maatier, Philogene-Bidens, Azon Monzon.
H2H
Southampton have not beaten Ipswich at home since 2010.
Prediction
Expect an intense and fairly tight encounter. Given both sides’ attacking potential and their motivation in the standings, Southampton are likely to control possession, while Ipswich will look to hit back on the counter. Considering the current form of both teams and their league motivation, a tightly contested match can be expected, where individual moments and finishing efficiency could prove decisive. My bet: under 3 total goals.
