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Southampton vs West Ham United Predictions, Picks & Odds – 25/08/2026
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Southampton enter this Carabao Cup second-round tie on uneven footing. Tonda Eckert's side finished fourth in the Championship last season and opened their current campaign with a win, but a 2-1 defeat to Watford on August 16 has tempered early optimism. Their first-round victory over Colchester United was comfortable enough, with Cyle Larin and Romeo Akachukwu on the scoresheet, yet rotation is expected here, which could dilute their competitive edge.
West Ham, adjusting to life in the Championship following relegation, carry greater squad depth into this fixture. Nuno Espírito Santo retained several Premier League-calibre players, and their 3-1 dismantling of Portsmouth in round one, featuring a Valentín Castellanos brace and a Jarrod Bowen strike, underlined that quality. A 2-2 draw with Burnley in their most recent league outing showed resilience, and the Hammers will fancy their chances of asserting superiority at St. Mary's.
West Ham's head-to-head superiority is difficult to ignore. Across all competitions, the Hammers have claimed 12 victories to Southampton's seven, and the two most recent encounters both favoured the visitors: a 1-0 win at St. Mary's in December 2024 and a 1-1 draw at the London Stadium. That recent pedigree at this venue underpins the draw-or-away selection at 2.38.
Southampton's sole defeat in two Championship outings, a 2-1 reverse against Watford, exposed defensive frailties that West Ham can exploit. Nuno Espírito Santo retains a squad packed with Premier League pedigree, and Valentín Castellanos looked sharp with a brace against Portsmouth in round one. Tonda Eckert is expected to rotate, which could dilute the hosts' quality further.
The value sits with backing West Ham to avoid defeat. A draw at 3.40 or an outright away win at 2.38 both offer reasonable returns given the Hammers' stronger squad depth and favourable recent record at St. Mary's. Both sides scored in three of their last five meetings, making N/A a worthwhile secondary consideration.
Trends to Know about Southampton vs West Ham United
- West Ham lead H2H with 12 wins
- Hammers won both recent meetings
- Southampton lost latest Championship fixture
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What time is Southampton vs West Ham United?
Southampton host West Ham at St. Mary's Stadium on 25th August 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 1:00 AM.
Where is Southampton vs West Ham United being played?
This fixture takes place at St. Mary's Stadium in Southampton.
How Can I Watch Southampton vs West Ham United on TV and Live Stream?
This match will be broadcast on Sky Sports and available to stream via the Sky Go app.