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Southampton v Swansea Stats

Data last updated: Mon 07 Sep 2026, 08:19 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Southampton and Swansea meet in a Championship clash where both teams have shown contrasting styles and form. Southampton, despite sitting 19th, have been aggressive in attack, averaging over six corners per game, while Swansea lead the table with a strong defensive record and a slightly lower corner average. The match promises territorial battles and set-piece opportunities, with Southampton's pressing style likely to generate multiple corner situations against Swansea's compact defense. Recent form suggests a dynamic encounter with both sides pushing for control, setting the stage for a high-corner count contest.

BT4Y best bet

Over 9.5 Corners

  • Southampton average 6.2 corners per game, Swansea 5.4, combining for over 11 corners on average.
  • Model estimates a 58.7% chance for over 9.5 corners, indicating positive value at 1.9 .
  • Both teams create sustained pressure and wide attacks, increasing corner likelihood.
  • Recent matches show Southampton's aggressive wing play, often forcing defensive clearances.
  • Swansea's defensive style concedes corners under pressure, supporting a high corner count.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model identifies over 9.5 corners as a value bet with a 58.7% chance against an implied 52.6%, reflecting the attacking tendencies and defensive pressure from both teams. Southampton's high corner average and Swansea's defensive clearances contribute to this outlook. The match's tactical setup, with Southampton's pressing and Swansea's compact defense, suggests frequent wide attacks and set-piece situations. No data limitations or price warnings affect this pick, making it a solid corner market choice with standard staking advised.

Model Chance58.7%
Strong positive
Implied Market Chance52.6%
Positive
Value Edge6.1%
Strong positive
Southampton Corner Average6.2 per game
Strong positive
Swansea Corner Average5.4 per game
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect a match with sustained pressure from Southampton on the flanks, generating multiple corners as Swansea defends deep. The data supports a high corner count given both teams' styles and recent averages, making over 9.5 corners a tactically and statistically sound selection for this fixture.

Main risk

Swansea City have enough left to chase a top-10 finish, but Southampton arrive with something far bigger in sight.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Corners market rationale

“Southampton's aggressive wing play combined with Swansea's compact defense creates a scenario ripe for numerous corners, as defensive clearances and attacking pressure frequently result in set-piece opportunities.”

Key Data Signals

Over 9.5 Corners evidence

Southampton average 6.2 corners per game, Swansea 5.4, combining for over 11 corners on average.

Model estimates a 58.7% chance for over 9.5 corners, indicating positive value at 1.9 .

Both teams create sustained pressure and wide attacks, increasing corner likelihood.

Recent matches show Southampton's aggressive wing play, often forcing defensive clearances.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 9.5 Corners notes

  • Analysis of the last ten meetings shows an average of 2.8 goals per game, indicating open matches with attacking intent.
  • While this panel focuses on goals, the tempo and attacking patterns suggest frequent wide play and transitions, which typically generate corners.
  • The trend supports a lively encounter with multiple set-piece opportunities, consistent with the over 9.5 corners forecast.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Southampton2.2
Avg goals scored
Swansea1.4
Southampton1.2
Avg goals conceded
Swansea0.2
Southampton100%
BTTS rate
Swansea20%
Southampton60%
Over 2.5 goals
Swansea40%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 67% vs implied 60% · edge +6.8 pts
1.67
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Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 51%
2.1
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 72%
1.22
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 54%
1.73
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 36%
2.75
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BTTS NoBetfred guide price · model 37%
2.1
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While goal scoring rates differ, with Southampton averaging 2.2 and Swansea 1.4 goals per game, the focus here is on set-piece generation. Southampton's 100% BTTS rate contrasts with Swansea's 20%, but both teams' attacking approaches create multiple wide attacks and defensive clearances, supporting a high corner count rather than a direct goal-scoring correlation.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Southampton

DDWWL
Last 52W 2D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 2D 1L
05 Sep 2026A Lincoln1-1
01 Sep 2026A Birmingham1-1
29 Aug 2026H Millwall5-1
22 Aug 2026H Stoke City3-1
16 Aug 2026A Watford1-2

Swansea

DWWDW
Last 53W 2D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 103W 2D 0L
05 Sep 2026H Wrexham0-0
01 Sep 2026H Watford2-0
29 Aug 2026A Derby3-0
22 Aug 2026H Sheffield Utd0-0
15 Aug 2026A Stoke City2-1
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBetMGM guide price · Model 67% vs implied 52% · edge +15 pts
1.91
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Swansea Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 55%
2.5
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Swansea to WinBet365 guide price · model 41%
3.8
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DrawBetfred guide price · model 26%
3.5
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Home / DrawBetfred guide price · model 58%
1.25
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Southampton Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 45%
1.5
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Southampton to WinBetMGM guide price · model 31%
1.83
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Recent form shows Southampton with a high corner output, driven by aggressive wing play and pressing, while Swansea's defensive solidity results in fewer conceded corners but still a healthy average. Southampton's 60% over 2.5 goals rate and 100% BTTS rate indicate open play, which often correlates with more corners. Swansea's more conservative style tempers this but does not negate the overall corner potential, supporting the over 9.5 corners pick.

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League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
1Swansea1153206
19Southampton452215
Swansea leads the Championship table with 11 points, reflecting strong form and defensive organization, while Southampton sits 19th with 4 points, indicating a need for offensive urgency. This dynamic suggests Southampton will push aggressively, likely increasing corner counts as they seek to break down Swansea's defense, reinforcing the over 9.5 corners angle.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Best odds for this sectionSwansea Draw No BetBetUK guide price · Model 55% vs implied 40% · edge +15 pts
2.5
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 67%
1.67
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Swansea to WinBet365 guide price · model 41%
3.8
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 54%
1.73
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DrawBetfred guide price · model 26%
3.5
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Over 3.5 CardsBetMGM guide price · model 47%
1.73
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Southampton Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 45%
1.5
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The over 9.5 corners market is priced attractively at 1.9 with a of 58.7%, indicating a clear value opportunity. The 6.1% suggests the market underestimates the frequency of corners given the teams' attacking and defensive profiles, making this a positive-value bet without price sensitivity concerns.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Southampton6
Avg corners for
Swansea5.67
Southampton10
Avg total corners
Swansea9.33
Southampton0
Avg yellow cards
Swansea1.33
Southampton16
Avg shots
Swansea16.67
Market aligned with main pickOver 9.5 CornersBetUK guide price · Model 68% vs implied 53% · edge +15 pts
1.9
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Over 3.5 CardsBetMGM guide price · model 47%
1.73
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Both teams generate significant shot volumes, with Southampton averaging 17 shots and Swansea 12.6 per game, reflecting attacking intent. This pressure translates into corners, as Southampton's 6.2 and Swansea's 5.4 average corners per game reflect sustained wide play and defensive clearances. Discipline is balanced, with both sides averaging two yellow cards, indicating moderate fouling that can disrupt rhythm but not overly reduce corner opportunities.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

7Southampton wins
2Draws
1Swansea wins
18 Apr 2026Swansea v Southampton1-2
18 Oct 2025Southampton v Swansea0-0
12 Jan 2025Southampton v Swansea3-0
20 Jan 2024Swansea v Southampton1-3
26 Dec 2023Southampton v Swansea5-0
08 Jan 2022Swansea v Southampton2-3
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 67% vs implied 60% · edge +6.8 pts
1.67
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Swansea to WinBet365 guide price · model 41%
3.8
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 54%
1.73
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DrawBetfred guide price · model 26%
3.5
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Southampton to WinBetMGM guide price · model 31%
1.83
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The ten previous meetings between Southampton and Swansea have averaged 2.8 goals per match, reflecting open contests with attacking intent. While goal averages do not directly predict corner counts, the attacking tempo and sustained pressure in these fixtures suggest a propensity for multiple corners, lending moderate support to the over 9.5 corners selection.
Season team stats

Championship

Southampton5
Played
Swansea5
Southampton2.2
Avg goals for
Swansea1.4
Southampton1.2
Avg goals against
Swansea0.2
Southampton0
Clean sheets
Swansea4
Best odds for this sectionSwansea Draw No BetBetUK guide price · Model 55% vs implied 40% · edge +15 pts
2.5
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Swansea to WinBet365 guide price · model 41%
3.8
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Southampton Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 45%
1.5
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Southampton to WinBetMGM guide price · model 31%
1.83
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Season-long data reveals Southampton's attacking style generates a high volume of corners, averaging 6.2 per match, while Swansea's 5.4 corners per game reflect a balanced approach. Defensive numbers show Swansea conceding fewer goals but still allowing set-piece opportunities under pressure. These season stats align with the model's positive outlook on the corner market for this fixture.
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Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

60%Southampton Over 2.5
40%Swansea Over 2.5
2.8H2H avg goals
Analysis of the last ten meetings shows an average of 2.8 goals per game, indicating open matches with attacking intent. While this panel focuses on goals, the tempo and attacking patterns suggest frequent wide play and transitions, which typically generate corners. The trend supports a lively encounter with multiple set-piece opportunities, consistent with the over 9.5 corners forecast.

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