Southampton Hosts Swansea City in EFL Championship Clash

Southampton, England – Southampton FC will welcome Swansea City to St. Mary’s Stadium on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 12:30 PM BST as the EFL Championship resumes following the international break.

Under the new management of Will Still, Southampton’s return to the Championship has been challenging. The team currently sits 17th in the standings with 11 points from their first nine matches. Following the international break, Still will look to build on a disappointing start while aiming to instill confidence in a squad favored for promotion.

Swansea City enters the match in 12th place with 12 points. After winning only one of their last five matches, they hope to regain momentum against the Saints. Swansea’s coach, Alan Sheehan, has noted the need for his team to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

“We need to focus on our attacking play. We have the talent, and it’s about executing that on the pitch,” Sheehan said during a pre-match press conference.

Fans in the UK can watch the match on Sky Sports +, while international supporters can access the game via Swans TV Live. The game will not have national radio coverage, so fans are encouraged to check local listings for audio commentary.

Both teams have experienced injuries impacting their lineups. Southampton’s Adam Armstrong remains a key player for the Saints, having scored three goals this season. Meanwhile, Swansea will look to Adam Idah to spark their offense despite his limited scoring thus far.

In recent history, Southampton has won the majority of their encounters against Swansea, boasting 12 victories out of the last 19 matchups since 2009. The Saints won their last meeting 3-0, and they’ll strive to continue that unbeaten streak against the Swans.

Fans at St. Mary’s Stadium can expect a charged atmosphere as both teams fight for vital points in their championship campaigns. With the stakes high, this clash promises to be an exciting matchup on the road to potential promotion.