Southampton vs. Birmingham City Preview (What To Know Before Betting)

Southampton vs. Birmingham

Southampton is aiming to stretch their unbeaten streak to six matches as they prepare to host a revamped Birmingham City side at St Mary’s Stadium for the Saturday lunchtime Championship fixture.

The Saints had to rely on some late heroics to secure a draw against Preston North End on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Birmingham City’s new management is facing mounting pressure after a home defeat to Hull City.

Southampton managed to sustain their positive momentum in the Championship with a 2-2 draw at Deepdale against Preston North End on Wednesday night. However, there was a period where it seemed as though the Saints might be on the verge of their fifth second-tier defeat of the season, despite having enjoyed a five-match unbeaten run.

Southampton vs. Birmingham

Kyle Walker-Peters, the right-back, once of Tottenham Hotspur, continued to showcase his talents, affirming why many believe he deserves a place in the Premier League. He curled in the opening goal for Russell Martin’s team. However, the game took a dramatic turn when Milutin Osmajic and Brad Potts scored two goals within just three minutes in the second half.

What to remember – Southampton vs. Birmingham

Southampton is demonstrating the kind of form expected from a team determined to make a comeback to the Premier League. They should enter this match with confidence, looking to extend their unbeaten run against a Birmingham side that is still adjusting to a new head coach.

Birmingham faces another challenging fixture on the South Coast this weekend, and Southampton’s attacking lineup will likely exploit the visitors’ defensive vulnerabilities under Wayne Rooney without hesitation.

Betting tip for Southampton vs. Birmingham

Our expert tipster partners anticipate that the away team will win this game.