Southampton vs Norwich Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 18 March 2026
🔊 The clash between Southampton and Norwich promises to be tactically intriguing. Both teams are in fine form: Southampton are on an extended unbeaten run, while Norwich consistently perform well on the road. Notably, the Canaries have avoided defeat in 7 of their last 8 away matches in the Championship. Can they secure points at St Mary's?
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 13 December 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 2:1. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Norwich City):
- ball possession percentage: 37% vs 63%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 5;
- fouls: 15 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 4.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Southampton and Norwich City:
- played 10 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 5, for the away team - 2, draws - 3;
- number of goals - 20 against 12;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.2, in the 2nd half - 2;
- average total goals in the match - 3.2.
Head-to-head statistics Southampton - Norwich
Southampton Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Championship tournament (home team - Coventry, away team - Southampton). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:2.
Here's the game statistics (Southampton vs Coventry):
- ball possession: 43% vs 57%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 7;
- fouls: 13 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 3 vs 6.
Southampton are sitting at the top of the standings thanks to their impressive form, having won 4 out of their last 5 matches. The team stands out for their defensive solidity and ability to dictate the pace of the game. However, despite their impressive win record, the Saints' home scoring leaves something to be desired: they have netted less than 1.5 goals in 6 of their last 7 Championship home games.
Match Results: Southampton
Norwich City Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Championship tournament (home team - Norwich City, away - Preston North End). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:0.
Here are the match stats (Norwich City vs Preston North End):
- ball possession: 62% vs 38%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 3;
- fouls: 9 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 4 vs 4.
Norwich are proving to be formidable opponents even on the road, managing to avoid defeat in most of their away fixtures this season. In their last five matches, the Canaries have secured four wins and suffered just one defeat, underscoring their stability and organized play. The team also demonstrates decent scoring ability, averaging around 1.7 goals per match.
Match Results: Norwich City
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 10;
- home team wins - 5, away team wins - 2, draws - 3.
Statistics: Southampton vs Norwich City
- matches played in the tournament: 37 vs 37;
- wins: 15 vs 15;
- win percentage: 41% vs 41%;
- losses: 10 vs 16;
- draws: 12 vs 6.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 8 vs 7;
- losses: 0 vs 3;
- draws: 2 vs 0.
- Norwich City won with a +1.5 handicap in 20 of last 21 games (Championship).
- Norwich City won with a +1.5 handicap in 13 of last 14 games.
- Norwich City won with a +1.5 handicap in last 9 away games (Championship).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 2, the guests - 1.2;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.2;
- both teams scored: overall - 6; at the home team's field - 2.
Statistics: Southampton vs Norwich City
- average total in the tournament: 2.92 vs 2.59;
- average total goals scored: 1.62 vs 1.38;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.73 vs 0.62;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.89 vs 0.76;
- Southampton: average total at home in the tournament - 1.53;
- Norwich City: average total away in the tournament - 1.56;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2.2 (home - 2.25) vs 1.7 (away - 1.25).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 8 of last 9 Southampton games against Norwich City.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Southampton home games.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 Southampton home games (Championship).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 17 of last 18 Norwich City games (Championship).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 10 of last 11 Norwich City games.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 8 of last 9 Norwich City away games.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Norwich City away games (Championship).
Prediction on corners
Southampton: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.62; at home field - 6.41;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.8; at home field - 6.
Norwich City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5, away - 4.44;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.8; away - 4.
- Southampton have taken over 4.5 corners in last 8 games against Norwich City.
- Southampton have taken over 4.5 corners in 7 of last 8 home games.
- Southampton have taken over 4.5 corners in 6 of last 7 home games (Championship).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 10;
- both teams scored all-time - 6 times;
- on the home team’s field - 2 times.
Statistics: Southampton vs Norwich City
- number of matches played in the tournament: 37 vs 37;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 27 vs 22;
- number of BTTS matches for Southampton at home - 9 (53%);
- number of BTTS matches for Norwich City away - 12 (67%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 3;
- BTTS matches for Southampton at home - 2 (50%);
- BTTS matches for Norwich City away - 0 (0%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (70/452, 15.5%);
- Southampton at home most often finish matches: 0:0 , 1:1 (3/17, 17.6%);
- Norwich City away most often play: 1:1 (5/18, 27.8%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 12.03% (odds 6.65)
1:0 - 10.58% (odds 8.2)
2:1 - 9.74% (odds 8)
- Norwich City won 2:0 in 3 of last 4 games (Championship).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form and statistics, the match between Southampton and Norwich promises to be intriguing. Southampton have been consistent at home but struggle with finishing. Meanwhile, Norwich continue to impress on the road, avoiding defeat in 7 of their last 8 league outings. Given these factors, a well-founded bet would be both teams to score (yes). This outcome has occurred in 3 of the last 4 head-to-head encounters between these sides.No comments
Betting Tips: Southampton - Norwich City
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