Championship Betting Preview: Wrexham vs Southampton
A single point separates Wrexham and Southampton as they battle for a promotion play-off spot at The Racecourse, with kick-off set for 12:00 on Tuesday 7 April.
Find Out Why We’re Backing BTTS Yes
It stands to reason that Wrexham and Southampton can both find the net and that leads us to a BTTS Yes wager. The fact that you can secure -159 for this outcome means a nice return if the bet lands.
Southampton Eliminated Premier League Leaders
Wrexham played West Bromwich Albion on their travels in their last game. It was a 2-2 draw at The Hawthorns. Phil Parkinson’s team had three shots on target and 52% possession, while Josh Windass and George Dobson scored one goal apiece.
Southampton have won three consecutive league games. The latest was a 2-0 home win at St. Mary’s against Oxford United. The South Coast outfit racked up seven shots on goal and boasted 69% possession, while Cyle Larin and Shea Charles found the net.
On Saturday night, Southampton booked their place in the FA Cup semi-finals with an impressive 2-1 home win over Premier League leaders Arsenal.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last head-to-head saw Southampton land a 2-1 home victory over Wrexham at St. Mary’s.
Wrexham – Last 10 League Games
5 wins, 3 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.8 goals from 3.7 shots on goal and 10.8 attempts. Wrexham have had 48.9% possession and 4.6 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.6 goals from 3.9 shots on goal and 10.8 attempts, while being awarded 5.1 corners.
Josh Windass and Nathan Broadhead lead the way with 3 goals, while Sam Smith has 2. Lewis O’Brien is the top assists maker with 4.
Southampton – Last 10 League Games
Southampton have won 8 and drawn 2, with an average of 2.2 goals from 5.6 shots on goal and 12.9 attempts. There’s been an average of 56.5% possession, 5.5 corners taken and 4.6 corners against, while Tonda Eckert’s side have conceded 0.7 goals from 3.2 shots on goal and 9.9 attempts.
Cyle Larin, Finn Azaz and Kuryu Matsuki are top of the team’s scoring charts with 3, while Shea Charles is on 2. Leo Scienza has been the chief assist maker in the previous 10 games with 4.
Confirmed Lineups
Wrexham confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Arthur Okonkwo (GK), Max Cleworth, Dominic Hyam, Callum Doyle, Issa Kabore, Nathan Broadhead, George Dobson, George Thomason, Josh Windass, Lewis O’Brien, Kieffer Moore.
Southampton confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Daniel Peretz (GK), James Bree, Taylor Harwood-Bellis, Jack Stephens, Ryan Manning, Flynn Downes, Shea Charles, Kuryu Matsuki, Finn Azaz, Samuel Edozie, Cyle Larin.
Wrexham vs Southampton Prediction & Betting Tips
Our Wrexham vs Southampton preview includes expert betting advice on all fronts — from a match prediction and correct score guidance to corners advice, player prop selections and a bet builder tailored for value.
Match Prediction
We’re anticipating that the teams will both find the net in this Championship game. With this in mind, head to the Both Teams to Score market where you can get a generous -159 when it comes to the BTTS Yes selection.
Our football betting tips are provided off the back of having access to the very latest team news. We also think it’s vital to study the form guide and delve into the most pertinent Championship stats before coming up with a verdict.
Key Wrexham vs Southampton league stats:
BTTS Yes has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Wrexham games.BTTS Yes has been covered in 8 of the last 10 Wrexham games at home.BTTS Yes has been covered in 3 straight Wrexham games.BTTS Yes has been covered in 4 straight Southampton games on the road.BTTS Yes has been covered in 18 of the last 20 Southampton games on the road.BTTS Yes has been covered in 8 of the last 10 Southampton games on the road.
BTTS Yes Probability
The best bookies are estimating that there is a 61.3% likelihood of this pick landing a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 70%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.
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Our Match Prediction
Both Teams To Score – Yes @ -159
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Player Prop Picks
Josh Windass (Wrexham) has found the net in his past two Championship matches. There are odds of +260 on offer for this Anytime Goalscorer bet and we think this is an attractive wager for the player to be on the scoresheet.
Latest Josh Windass Player Prop Odds
Goalscorer
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Corners Prediction
The 4.5 corners line has been covered by Wrexham in five straight games, while the past three Southampton away matches have seen over 4.5 corners conceded. We think that there’s a strong case for this outcome and we’ll back Wrexham to cover the Team Corners line which is available at odds of -159.
League Games
Wrexham
Total
9.70
4.60
5.10
Home
9.20
5.30
3.90
Away
10.20
4.80
5.40
Southampton
Total
10.10
5.50
4.60
Home
10.20
5.40
4.80
Away
10.60
5.40
5.20
Latest Corner Odds
Total Corners
Wrexham Corners
Southampton Corners
Most Corners
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Wrexham vs Southampton Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Betting Sites Expecting Close Encounter
You can get betting odds of +155 for Southampton winning this Championship clash and the bookies have Wrexham available at +163. If you want to back the draw, it’s on offer at +240.
A win for Southampton would see a full payout on the Asian Handicap -0.25 option. You can get +118 that they overcome Wrexham going down this route and half stake refunded if it’s a draw.
If you want to bet on the number of goals, you can get similar odds on Under or Over 2.5 Goals. Punters anticipating that both teams will find the net are able to land -154 for the BTTS Yes option.
The best football betting sites definitely give customers lots of choice. When it comes to Championship matches, choose from hundreds of markets until you find the most attractive odds.
Full-Time Result
Half-Time Result
Double Chance
Draw No Bet
Asian Handicap
Total Goals
Both Teams to Score
Sam Smith Favourite to Score the First Goal
Sam Smith is available at +160 when it comes to Anytime Goalscorer. The favourite is now priced at odds of +420 to find the net first.
Player Goals
Sam Smith (Wrexham)
Kieffer Moore (Wrexham)
Leo Scienza (Southampton)
Bailey Cadamarteri (Wrexham)
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The Racecourse
Four Wrexham Triumphs From Their Past Ten Home Clashes
Wrexham have clocked up four wins, four defeats and two draws in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 1.80 goals per match and conceding 1.60.
Southampton haven’t tasted defeat in six consecutive away matches. The Saints have collected four wins, three draws and three defeats in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 1.60 goals per match and conceding 1.60.
Wrexham Home Stats
4-2-4
3.40
1.80
1.60
6
4
7
3
Southampton Away Stats
4-3-3
3.20
1.60
1.60
6
4
8
2
W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
G = Avg. Goals
GF = Avg. Goals For
GA = Avg. Goals Against
O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
B-No = Matches BTTS No
Wrexham vs Southampton Lineups & Team News
Stay informed and review the Wrexham vs Southampton team news before placing your bets. Expect the predicted and confirmed Championship lineups along with timely injury updates.
Wrexham Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Southampton Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Wrexham Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
1
Arthur Okonkwo
4
Max Cleworth
5
Dominic Hyam
2
Callum Doyle
12
Issa Kabore
33
Nathan Broadhead
15
George Dobson
14
George Thomason
10
Josh Windass
27
Lewis O’Brien
19
Kieffer Moore
41
Daniel Peretz
14
James Bree
6
T. Harwood-Bellis
5
Jack Stephens
3
Ryan Manning
4
Flynn Downes
24
Shea Charles
27
Kuryu Matsuki
10
Finn Azaz
23
Samuel Edozie
9
Cyle Larin
Southampton Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Wrexham Substitutes
7Davis Keillor-Dunn
11Bailey Cadamarteri
20Oliver Rathbone
21Danny Ward
24Dan Scarr
26Zak Vyner
28Sam Smith
37Matthew James
47Ryan Longman
Southampton Substitutes
11Ross Stewart
13Leo Scienza
15Nathan Wood
18Tom Fellows
19Cameron Archer
20Caspar Jander
32Jamie Jones
34Welington
48Cameron Bragg
Previous Wrexham Lineups
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