Southampton FC — Bristol City: Win probabilities, 12.09.2026
Win probabilities
Outcome probabilities after removing the bookmaker margin
Markets
All calculated markets
| Market | Selection | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Double chance | 1X | 81.0% |
| 12 | 77.1% | |
| X2 | 41.9% | |
| Both teams to score | Yes/No | 61.0% / 39.0% |
| Totals 0.5 | Over/Under | 95.0% / 5.0% |
| Totals 1.5 | Over/Under | 84.6% / 15.4% |
| Totals 2.5 | Over/Under | 63.0% / 37.0% |
| Totals 3.5 | Over/Under | 40.8% / 59.2% |
| Totals 4.5 | Over/Under | 22.8% / 77.2% |
| Totals 5.5 | Over/Under | 11.1% / 88.9% |
Score probability heatmap
Home goals run vertically; away goals run horizontally
Match preview
Southampton FC hold a slight edge over Bristol City in this Championship meeting, although the moderate confidence behind that assessment suggests a competitive contest rather than a one-sided affair. The available signals point toward an open match, with Southampton FC carrying the stronger overall outlook but Bristol City possessing a credible route into the game.
Both teams are likely to score, which could make the balance of the match depend on how effectively each side manages transitions and defensive phases. Southampton FC may have enough attacking momentum to create the clearer chances, while Bristol City should remain capable of causing problems if they find space in the final third. The expected pattern is therefore a high-scoring encounter in which the hosts have a narrow advantage, but a draw remains a realistic possibility if Bristol City can maintain their attacking contribution throughout.
What matters before kick-off
Recent results ahead of the fixture
Southampton enter the match following a midweek 3-1 victory over Swansea City. Meanwhile, Bristol City won their third consecutive Championship game in their previous outing, beating Burnley 2-1.
Southampton's strong home record
Southampton have enjoyed a perfect record at St Mary's in the early Championship campaign, winning all three of their home league fixtures.
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