Exciting Showdown Preview: Southampton Saints Take on Swansea
Southampton FC is set to clash with Swansea City in an important Sky Bet Championship match at St Mary’s Stadium. The game kicks off at 12:30 PM BST on Saturday, October 18. With both teams in close proximity on the league table, this match carries significant implications for both sides.
Match Details
- Fixture: Southampton vs Swansea City
- Date: Saturday, October 18
- Kick-off: 12:30 PM BST
- Location: St Mary’s Stadium
Officials
- Referee: Josh Smith
- Assistant Referees: Sam Lewis, Alex James
- Fourth Official: Gavin Ward
Team Kits
Southampton will don their iconic red and white striped shirts paired with black shorts and white socks. Swansea will present a contrasting look in their maroon away shirts and dark green shorts.
Ticket Information
This match is categorized as a Category B fixture. Ticket prices are set at:
- Adults: From £25
- Under-18s: From £15
Live Coverage
Fans unable to attend can watch the match live on Sky Sports+. Additionally, fans outside the UK can purchase a Saints Play match pass for just £10.
Matchday Programme
The matchday programme is available for online order and at various points around the stadium. It features an A-Z of football with contributions from Adam Armstrong and insights from manager Will Still, as well as updates from the women’s team.
Current Standings
Southampton sits 17th in the Championship, only one point behind Swansea at 12th place. A win for Southampton could propel them above Swansea in the standings.
Recent Form
- Southampton’s Last Matches:
- Draw against Derby (1-1)
- Win against Sheffield United (2-1)
- Draw against Middlesbrough (1-1)
- Swansea’s Last Matches:
- Loss to Leicester (1-3)
- Win against Blackburn (2-1)
- Draw against Millwall (1-1)
Team News
Manager Will Still confirmed that Ross Stewart is out until 2026 due to a hamstring injury. Meanwhile, Joshua Quarshie faces a late fitness test. For Swansea, head coach Alan Sheehan mentioned some health concerns among returning players, but only Ricardo Santos is definitively ruled out.
Players to Watch
- Adam Armstrong: Currently in form, with three goals in his last five matches.
- Žan Vipotnik: Scored six goals in eleven games, contributing significantly to Swansea’s attack.
Historical Context
The teams have met a total of 74 times. Southampton boasts 38 wins, while Swansea has achieved 20 victories.
Recent Encounters
- January 2025: Southampton 3 – 0 Swansea (FA Cup)
- January 2024: Swansea 1 – 3 Southampton (Championship)
- December 2023: Southampton 5 – 0 Swansea (Championship)
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