Preview: Wrexham vs Southampton Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | EFL Championship 2025-26

Neither of the matches between these sides have ended in a draw.

Wrexham AFC are now going to lock horns with Southampton for their matchweek 41 outing of the 2025-26 EFL Championship. This will be an entertaining outing, taking place at the SToK Cae Ras.

With 17 wins in their 40 matches, Phil Parkinson’s men are in sixth place on the English League Championship table. They have been inconsistent with their performances in the last few matches.

The Red Dragons will be looking to find that rhythm, or they might face some trouble. Being at home for their upcoming outing, Wrexham AFC are going to be confident and will be gunning for three points.

The Saints are coming in after eliminating Arsenal from the FA Cup. Southampton have secured back-to-back wins in their last four contests. Despite their away status, they will maintain their confidence and are surely going to put up a strong fight in their next game.

The Tonda Eckert-led side are in seventh place on the EFL Championship points table with 17 wins in 39 outings.

Kick-off:

• Location: Wrexham, Wales
• Stadium: SToK Cae Ras
• Date: Wednesday, April 8
• Kick-off Time: 12:30 a.m. IST (Tuesday, April 7; 07:00 p.m. GMT/ 02:00 p.m. ET/ 11:00 a.m. PT)
• Referee: Gavin Ward
• VAR: Not in use

Form:

Wrexham: L-W-L-W-D

Southampton: D-W-W-W-W

Josh Windass (Wrexham)

The 32-year-old has scored in back-to-back games for Wrexham AFC and will be gearing up to help his side. From controlling the midfield to scoring goals, Josh Windass is going to be a crucial aspect of the squad for the hosts. In 35 league games of the ongoing campaign, he has scored 11 goals and has five assists to his name.

Shea Charles (Southampton)

Shea Charles has now scored in back-to-back matches for the Saints. He is coming in after scoring the match-winning goal against the Gunners in the FA Cup quarterfinal. The 22-year-old has been doing well in the midfield and is also capable of scoring goals, making him an important aspect of the squad for Southampton.

Match Facts

• Wrexham have secured two wins in their last five attempts.
• Southampton are on a four-match winning run.
• The Saints have secured back-to-back wins in their last three fixtures against the Red Dragons.

Wrexham vs Southampton: Betting Tips and Odds

• Southampton to win @17/10 bet365
• Cyle Larin to score @13/5 BetVictor
• Goals under 3.5 @19/50 10bet

Injury and Team News

Wrexham will miss out on the services of Liberato Cacace. He is injured and might return to action at the end of April 2026. Ben Sheaf, Matty James and Aaron James might also sit out due to their fitness issues.

Mads Roerslev is not going to be in action for Southampton FC till the end of the season. Alex McCarthy is also not match fit. Jack Stephens and Welington might also miss out due to a lack of fitness.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 8

Wrexham won: 3

Southampton won: 5

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

Wrexham predicted lineup (3-4-2-1)

Okonkwo (GK); Cleworth, Hyam, Doyle; Kabore, Vyner, Dobson, Thomason; Windass, O’Brien; Smith

Southampton predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Peretz (GK); Bree, Harwood-Bellis, Wood, Manning; Bragg, Jander; Fellows, Azaz, Scienza; Larin

Match Prediction

Southampton might come out on top to secure three points here. They surely are capable of scoring goals and are going to trouble the Red Dragons. The visiting side, Wrexham, are likely to drop points as they have a tough contest ahead.

Prediction: Wrexham 1-2 Southampton

Telecast Details

India: FanCode

UK: Sky Sports TV, Sky Sports+

US: CBS Sports Network

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