The Saints welcome Manchester City to St Mary’s Stadium on 10th May 2025 for a Premier League clash that pits a struggling side against one of Europe’s best. Although Pep Guardiola’s men are yet to hit their highest gear, the Saints continue to slide down the table. Kick Off Nigeria editor Ayomide Oguntimehin previews the encounter on the South Coast.
Southampton vs Manchester City Match Preview
Southampton are in freefall. Winless in their last five matches, the Saints are running out of time and belief as the season nears its conclusion. A recent 2–0 defeat to Leicester compounded their misery, while home form has completely deserted them. The team will need a miracle to stop the City juggernaut.
Manchester City, by contrast, are charging for a top four finish. With back-to-back wins in the league, the champions have rediscovered their ruthless streak. Their 5–2 demolition of Crystal Palace and narrow 1–0 win over Wolves show they can still dominate and discipline the next opponent. Expect a focused display at St Mary’s.
Southampton vs Manchester City Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
- 26.10.2024 (PL): Manchester City 1–0 Southampton
- 08.04.2023 (PL): Southampton 1–4 Manchester City
- 11.01.2023 (EFL): Southampton 2–0 Manchester City
- 08.10.2022 (PL): Manchester City 4–0 Southampton
- 20.03.2022 (FAC): Southampton 1–4 Manchester City
Manchester City have won four of their last five meetings with Southampton, including two dominant wins at St Mary’s. The Saints did pull off a shock League Cup victory in 2023 but have generally been second best in this fixture.
Recent Form: Southampton
Southampton have taken just one point from their last five league games, with losses to Leicester, Fulham, Aston Villa, and Tottenham. A 1–1 draw at West Ham offered brief hope, but their home form is deeply worrying. They’ve lost four of their last five at St Mary’s, conceding 12 goals in that stretch.
Recent Form: Manchester City
City are in devastating form. Five consecutive wins across all competitions—including clean sheets against Wolves, Nottingham Forest, Everton, and Aston Villa—underline their dominance. Away from home, they’ve beaten Forest, Everton, and Bournemouth, while earning a hard-fought draw at Old Trafford. The Cityzens are firing on all cylinders.
Player to Watch: Joe Aribo
Joe Aribo has been one of the few bright spots for Southampton this season. If the Saints are to offer any resistance against a relentless City side, he will be key.
Southampton vs Manchester City Best Betting Odds
- Away to Win (Manchester City): 1.22 on 1xBet
