Southampton vs Coventry Betting Tips & Match Predictions
Southampton vs Coventry Intro
The end of the season is nigh as impressive Southampton welcome Coventry to the St. Mary’s Stadium. The home side are looking to consolidate their place at the top of the table, but could be in for a tough game against Coventry, who sit comfortably in mid-table. A game that could prove pivotal, this Championship match takes place on Tuesday April 9, 2024 at 6:45 PM. In preparation for matchweek 42, Russell Martin’s Southampton have earned 75 points and sit in the 4th place in the Championship table. Mark Robins and his Coventry sit in the 7th position, having taken 63 points so far. Southampton and Coventry are divided by 12 points and 3 places in the Championship table as we head towards the end of the season.
Southampton vs Coventry Form
Southampton drew with Blackburn in their last match and now have 8 points from the last five games. In the meantime, Coventry were too much for Leeds and recorded another win, taking 12 points from the last 15 on offer. Another home win would be ideal for Southampton, after taking 7 points from five most recent Championship games at their own stadium. Coventry have managed to pick up 10 points in five away games, which makes them tricky guests.
Southampton vs Coventry H2H
Hosts Southampton have the historical advantage between the clubs, with 5 wins through the 16 meetings. Visitors Coventry have a total of 4 wins. A total of 7 matches between the teams have ended drawn. Southampton have clearly been the better club in the six most recent meetings with Coventry earning 4 more victories than their opponent.
Southampton vs Coventry Analysis
Southampton drew their last game. Russell Martin’s squad faced Blackburn. Th match ended with a score of 0-0. Now Russell Martin’s men focus on their next opponents, Coventry. Against Blackburn, Southampton claimed 69% of ball possession. In terms of shots on goal, Southampton struck a total of 7 shots in attack while in defence conceding 7 shots to Blackburn. Meanwhile, Coventry won their last match. Mark Robins’s men were up against Leeds. At the final wistle, the score board showed 2-1. While facing Leeds, Coventry had 30% of ball possession. In front of goal, Coventry delivered 8 shots on goal while down back giving up a total of 14 shots to their opponents Leeds.
Southampton vs Coventry Odds
Taking a look at the bookmakers’ odds, the favourite for this match between Southampton and Coventry is Southampton.
