Match Prediction
Match Prediction
England
Preview
If you’re searching for the best Southampton vs Hull prediction ahead of the 15:00 GMT kick-off on January 17, 2026, you’ve landed in the right place. Let’s break down the stats, team news, and betting tips—no jargon, just straight talk and a sprinkle of football fan humor.
Southampton fans might want to look away when it comes to recent form. The Saints, currently 15th in the Championship table with 33 points, have been wobbling like a table with one short leg—winless in their last six, with three draws and three losses. They’re scoring just 0.67 goals per game and conceding 1.627, which is about as comforting as a leaky umbrella on a rainy day.
Hull, on the other hand, are sitting pretty in 7th with 41 points and a spring in their step. Four wins, one draw, and just one loss in their last six have them dreaming of the playoffs. They’re averaging 1.47 goals per game and conceding just 0.67. That’s a defense tighter than your mate’s wallet on a night out.
The head to head record between these two sides is a bit of a mixed bag. Out of 17 meetings, Southampton have come out on top nine times, Hull four, and four have ended in a draw. But recent history tilts in Hull’s favor: a 3-1 win in September 2025 and a 2-1 victory in February 2024. Saints fans will remember those with a grimace.
Both teams are likely to keep things tight, with Southampton desperate to stop the rot and Hull keen to maintain their momentum. Expect Saints to try and dominate possession at home, while Hull look to hit on the break.
Let’s talk numbers and betting tips. The bookies have Southampton as favorites at 1.62 for the home win, with the draw at 4.4 and Hull at 5.8. That’s a nod to the Saints’ higher squad value (€183m vs Hull’s €61.62m) and home advantage, but form suggests this one could be closer than the odds imply.
Expect Southampton to have the lion’s share of the ball (64% possession predicted), rack up 15 shots (5 on target), and win 6 corners. Hull are forecast to manage 8 shots (2 on target) and 3 corners. Cards? Saints to pick up just one yellow, Hull two. All in all, it’s shaping up to be a tactical battle rather than a goal-fest.
This Southampton vs Hull prediction isn’t just about stats—it’s about the storylines. Saints need a result to steady the ship, while Hull are eyeing the playoff places. With both teams missing key players, expect a cautious start and a game decided by fine margins. If you’re betting, under 3.5 goals looks the safest shout, but a home win is just about the likeliest outcome.
So, whether you’re a Saints supporter hoping for a turnaround or a Hull fan dreaming of another upset, settle in for what should be a tense, tactical, and entertaining afternoon. And remember: in football, anything can happen—especially in the Championship!
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U3.5 -213
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -2131 -161
Southampton is expected to win with odds of -161Under 3.5 -213
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes -130
Both teams are expected to score1X&U5.5 -345
Home win/draw and under 5.5 goals
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 Hull |
20-Sep-25
3:1
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| Southampton |
20-Feb-24
1:2
| Hull |
| Hull |
21-Oct-23
1:2
| Southampton |
| Southampton |
29-Apr-17
0:0
| Hull |
| Hull |
06-Nov-16
2:1
| Southampton |
| Southampton |
11-Apr-15
2:0
| Hull |
| Hull |
01-Nov-14
0:1
| Southampton |
| Hull |
11-Feb-14
0:1
| Southampton |
| Southampton |
09-Nov-13
4:1
| Hull |
| Hull |
20-Mar-12
0:2
| Southampton |
Recent Matches of Southampton| 28 Feb | W |
Sheffield Wed
| 1 |
Southampton
| 3 |
| 24 Feb | W |
Southampton
| 5 |
QPR
| 0 |
| 21 Feb | D |
Southampton
| 1 |
Charlton
| 1 |
| 14 Feb | W |
Southampton
| 2 |
Leicester
| 1 |
| 10 Feb | W |
Leicester
| 3 |
Southampton
| 4 |
| 07 Feb | W |
Southampton
| 1 |
Watford
| 0 |
| 31 Jan | W |
Stoke
| 0 |
Southampton
| 2 |
| 25 Jan | D |
Portsmouth
| 1 |
Southampton
| 1 |
| 21 Jan | W |
Southampton
| 1 |
Sheffield Utd
| 0 |
| 17 Jan | L |
Southampton
| 1 |
Hull
| 2 |
Recent Matches of Hull
| 03 Mar |  Ipswich |
- | Hull |
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| 28 Feb | W |  Portsmouth |
0 | Hull |
1 |
| 24 Feb | W | Hull |
4 |  Derby |
2 |
| 21 Feb | L | Hull |
1 |  QPR |
3 |
| 13 Feb | L | Hull |
0 |  Chelsea |
4 |
| 07 Feb | L | Hull |
2 |  Bristol City |
3 |
| 03 Feb | D | Hull |
0 |  Watford |
0 |
| 31 Jan | W |  Blackburn |
0 | Hull |
1 |
| 24 Jan | W | Hull |
2 |  Swansea |
1 |
| 20 Jan | W |  Preston |
0 | Hull |
3 |
England - Championship| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Coventry | 35 | 72-38 | 71 |
| 2 |
Middlesbrough | 35 | 54-35 | 66 |
| 3 |
Millwall | 35 | 47-40 | 62 |
| 4 |
Ipswich | 33 | 59-34 | 60 |
| 5 |
Hull City | 34 | 56-48 | 60 |
| 6 |
Wrexham | 35 | 54-45 | 57 |
| 7 |
Southampton | 35 | 57-46 | 53 |
| 8 |
Derby | 35 | 52-46 | 51 |
| 9 |
Watford | 35 | 45-41 | 51 |
| 10 |
Bristol City | 35 | 48-44 | 50 |
| 11 |
Preston | 35 | 41-40 | 49 |
| 12 |
Birmingham | 35 | 46-46 | 49 |
| 13 |
Sheffield Utd | 35 | 50-48 | 48 |
| 14 |
Stoke City | 35 | 39-34 | 47 |
| 15 |
QPR | 35 | 46-54 | 47 |
| 16 |
Swansea | 35 | 40-43 | 46 |
| 17 |
Norwich | 35 | 47-44 | 45 |
| 18 |
Charlton | 35 | 33-44 | 41 |
| 19 |
Portsmouth | 34 | 34-44 | 39 |
| 20 |
Blackburn | 35 | 33-46 | 38 |
| 21 |
West Brom | 35 | 34-52 | 35 |
| 22 |
Leicester | 35 | 47-56 | 34 |
| 23 |
Oxford United | 35 | 31-47 | 32 |
| 24 |
Sheffield | 35 | 21-71 | -7 |
