Prediction for match Sheffield Wednesday — Southampton

Odds and Probability Percentages for Match Outcome

In the English Championship on February 28, 2026, Sheffield Wednesday will face Southampton. According to the 1X2 odds, Southampton is a clear favorite: their victory is priced at 1.31, a draw at 5.30, and Sheffield Wednesday's win at 8.60. The probabilities are distributed as follows: Sheffield Wednesday win - 10.88%, draw - 17.66%, Southampton win - 71.45%. This reflects a strong advantage for Southampton, who surpass their opponent in all key metrics. The over 2.5 goals line is set at 1.51, indicating an expectation for a high-scoring game. Also, both teams to score: yes is at 1.87, no at 1.83, suggesting a high likelihood of at least one goal from each side.

Team Results and Statistics

Looking at Sheffield Wednesday's last three matches, they lost to Norwich City 0-2, Sheffield United 1-2, and Millwall 1-2. In their last three games, Southampton thrashed QPR 5-0, drew with Charlton Athletic 1-1, and defeated Leicester 2-1. On average, over five matches, Sheffield Wednesday has 41.2% possession, 2.4 yellow cards, 11.4 fouls, and 2.6 offsides per game. Southampton looks more confident with 55.2% possession, 1.8 yellow cards, 9.6 fouls, and 2.2 offsides. In head-to-head encounters, the last game was on November 8, 2025, ending in a 3-1 victory for Southampton. These figures confirm the difference in class and level of game organization between the teams.

How Many Goals Will Be in the Sheffield Wednesday vs Southampton Match

In their last five matches, both teams have had three games with over 2.5 goals, confirming a tendency for high-scoring encounters. Sheffield Wednesday averages 2.6 goals per match, scoring only 0.4 and conceding 2.2, indicating a weak attack and vulnerable defense. Southampton, on the other hand, averages 3.6 goals per game, scoring 2.6 and conceding only 1. By halves, Sheffield Wednesday has two over 1.5 in both the first and second halves out of five, while Southampton has two in the first and three in the second. In goal intervals, Sheffield Wednesday most frequently scores in the 0-15, 16-30, 31-45, and 76-90 minute segments (20% each) and concedes mainly in the 61-75 minute interval (67%). Southampton is most prolific at the start of each half: 0-15 and 46-60 minutes (27% each) and concedes most often at the end - 76-90 minutes (50%). Considering Southampton's high scoring rate, Sheffield Wednesday's weak defense, and frequent over 2.5 goals for both sides, a bet on over 2.5 goals at 1.51 seems logical.

Analysis of Total Corners

On average, Sheffield Wednesday earns 3.4 corners per match, while Southampton earns 6.4, totaling 9.8. In a five-match series, Sheffield Wednesday has seen over 9.5 total corners three times, and Southampton four times. Among the available lines for corners, the total of 9.5 is closest to the average: over is priced at 1.56, under at 2.25. In corner outcomes, Southampton is the favorite with odds of 1.23. Considering Southampton's activity and regular hitting of high corner totals, a bet on over 9.5 corners seems justified. Also, considering Southampton's attacking style and consistent corner kick stats, a bet on their corner advantage is worth considering.