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Southampton predicted lineup vs Millwall1 UNAVAILABLE

Southampton are without Jander at home to Millwall in the CHA, so expect at least one change. The XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 54 official matches is: Peretz in goal, a back five of Harwood-Bellis, Manning, Wood-Gordon, Stephens and Bree, and Fellows leading the line. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now.

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Team news

  • Unavailable: Jander (Out).
  • Most-used shape: 4-2-3-1 in 13 of the last 30 matches.
  • Sets up with a back three in 47% of matches.
  • Based on starts across 54 official matches this season.

Expected XI derived from official lineups we hold for Southampton, not from a team sheet. Official lineups are released 20 to 60 minutes before kick-off.

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Tonda Eckert
Since Aug 2026
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  • MIDJanderOut
Formation tendency
4-2-3-1most-used · 13 of last 30
4-2-3-1
43%
3-4-2-1
40%
3-4-3
7%
4-2-2-2
3%

3-4-2-1 at home · 4-2-3-1 away

Sets up with a back three in 47% of matches.

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What is Southampton's expected lineup?
Southampton are without Jander at home to Millwall in the CHA, so expect at least one change. The XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 54 official matches is: Peretz in goal, a back five of Harwood-Bellis, Manning, Wood-Gordon, Stephens and Bree, and Fellows leading the line. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now. Most-used XI (4-2-3-1): Peretz, Harwood-Bellis, Manning, Wood-Gordon, Stephens, Bree, Azaz, Scienza, Jander (out), Downes, Fellows.
Who started Southampton's last match?
Southampton's starting XI on 25 Aug 2026 in the EFL Cup (4-2-3-1): Daniel Peretz, James Bree, Nathan Wood, Jack Stephens, Welington, Cameron Bragg, Lewis Dobbin, Tom Fellows, Romeo Akachukwu, Leo Scienza, Divin Mubama.
What was Southampton's last result?
Southampton lost to West Ham 1–4 on 25 Aug 2026.
When did Southampton last win?
Southampton last won on 22 Aug 2026, beating Stoke City 3–1.
Who takes penalties for Southampton?
R. Manning has taken the most penalties for Southampton this season, scoring 1 of 1.
Who has made the most starts for Southampton in the 2026-27 season?
Jack Stephens leads with 4 starts for Southampton across all competitions in the 2026-27 season.
What formation does Southampton use most often?
Southampton have used a 4-2-3-1 in 4 of their 4 matches in the 2026-27 season.
Which Southampton goalkeeper has started the most in the 2026-27 season?
Daniel Peretz has made the most starts as goalkeeper for Southampton in the 2026-27 season, starting 4 matches.
Which Southampton defender has started the most in the 2026-27 season?
Jack Stephens has made the most starts as defender for Southampton in the 2026-27 season, starting 4 matches.
Which Southampton midfielder has started the most in the 2026-27 season?
Leo Scienza has made the most starts as midfielder for Southampton in the 2026-27 season, starting 4 matches.
Which Southampton forward has started the most in the 2026-27 season?
Lewis Dobbin has made the most starts as forward for Southampton in the 2026-27 season, starting 3 matches.
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