Southampton face West Ham in League Cup: recent form and head-to-head stats
Southampton face West Ham in the League Cup, with both teams looking to bounce back from recent losses. Southampton have won two of their last three games, while West Ham have drawn their last two.
The two teams last met in the Premier League on April 19, 2025, with the match ending in a 1-1 draw. Southampton have won two of their last three encounters with West Ham, while West Ham have drawn their last two meetings with Southampton.
Why it matters for Southampton
Southampton are currently 15 points behind leaders Coventry in the Championship, and a win in the League Cup would be a much-needed boost to their confidence. The team has been in good form recently, winning two of their last three games.
The match will take place on August 25, 2026, at a UK-based stadium. Southampton are currently on a 2-game winning run, and will be looking to extend their streak against West Ham.
Recent form
Southampton have won two of their last three games, while West Ham have drawn their last two. The two teams have a history of close matches, with Southampton winning two of their last three encounters.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way)
Southampton are currently 4th in the Championship, with 80 points from 46 games. They have a recent form of WDWDD, with their last result being a 2-1 win over Middlesbrough on May 12, 2026.
Goals this season
Southampton have scored 82 goals this season, while conceding 56. They have a goal difference of +26.
Currently sidelined
Caspar Jander is currently sidelined for Southampton, due to an injury.
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