Southampton host Ipswich at St. Mary’s Stadium on Tuesday night in a real crunch clash in the Championship. Southampton vs Ipswich best betsBoth teams to score and over 2.5 goals – EVS with MidniteRyan Manning to score or assist – 15/8 with Sky BetSouthampton v Ipswich betting tips, predictions, team news, how to watchSouthampton vs Ipswich head to head overviewDate: Tuesday 28 April 2026Kick-off: 7:45pmVenue: St. Mary’s, Southampton, UKHow to watch: Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports FootballReferee: Michael OliverLast meeting: Ipswich 1-1 Southampton (Aug 17th, 2025, Champ)Last 10 league matches: Southampton – 4 wins; Ipswich – 4 wins; Draws – 2Favourite to win: Southampton – 6/5 with Sky BetSouthampton vs Ipswich predicted lineupsSouthampton (4-2-3-1): Peretz; Bree, Harwood-Bellis, Wood, Manning; Bragg, Charles; Matsuki, Azaz, Scienza; LarinIpswich (4-2-3-1): Walton; Furlong, O’Shea, Kipre, Greaves; Matusiwa, Taylor; Philogene, Nunez, Clarke; HirstSouthampton vs Ipswich predictionWe’re into the final week of the season and the promotion picture is still yet to be decided. Which makes this clash at St. Mary’s a pivotal encounter, with two matches to go, both sides still with the possibility of automatic promotion to the Premier League.Ipswich could only draw at West Brom last weekend which has kept the intrigue going into final furlong. But a win will all but see them promoted, due to their superior goal difference over third placed Millwall.Southampton’s loss to Man City in the FA Cup semi final on Saturday was their first loss in 20 matches. This run has lifted them from relegation worry to having a real chance of an immediate return to the top flight. Ipswich may be within touching distance themselves, but it’s Saints who are the favourites with the bookies, home advantage could be crucial and they’ve forgot how it feels to lose in the league. They will have Ryan Manning back from suspension, the Irishman has more goal contributions than any other defender in the Championship. He’s grabbed an impressive 11 goal contributions. Jaden Philogene has scored two penalties in his last five games for Ipswich. If a pressure moment falls to the Tractor Boys, Philogene has shown he can handle it. Southampton v Ipswich tipsAttacking threatWe’re backing both teams to score which has has landed in four of the last five meetings between these two, and both sides have averaged over 1.7 goals per game this season. Southampton (77) and Ipswich Town (75) are among the division’s top scorers, the benefit of both sides’ high attacking intent.Goals on the mindThere could be real value here: these sides combine for 152 goals in 44 games each, and past head-to-heads have averaged over 2.5 goals. Both teams created double-digit shots in their last meeting, despite the game ending 1-1.The handbrake will surely have to be off for both teams at some point in the match.Southampton know nothing more than victory will do in their late, late pursuit of automatic promotion. That will mean they may have to throw the kitchen sink at the Ipswich defence. Southampton v Ipswich latest oddsFind the latest Southampton v Ipswich betting odds here, odds courtesy of Sky Bet and are subject to change.Southampton – 5/6Draw – 5/2Ipswich – 2/1More Championship predictionsFind more predictions and betting tips from our expert punters in our match previews on the Premier League, Champions League, Championship, League One and more!Commercial content notice: Taking one of the bookmaker offers featured in this article may result in a payment to talkSPORT. 18+. T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.Free Bet OffersSee all the best free bets and betting offers available in the UK over at our dedicated pageSee all free bets18+ gambleaware.org. T&Cs apply