Bristol City have only suffered two league defeats this season
Southampton have drawn six of their opening 10 Championship games
Recommended bet: Draw
Although eight places separate Bristol City and Southampton in the Championship table, it would not be a surprise if both teams secure a share of the spoils on Tuesday night.
Team News
Gerhard Struber has a considerable injury list to contend with, which has left him particularly light in the middle of the park.
Max Bird hasn’t featured since Bristol City’s impressive 3-0 triumph over Sheffield Wednesday, having aggravated a recurring calf injury.
Fellow midfielder Jason Knight is also unavailable due to sustaining an adductor tear, while Joe Williams remains out with an ankle issue.
After being withdrawn less than quarter of an hour into the Robins’ EFL Cup second round clash with Fulham, Josh Stokes discovered he had broken his metatarsal. The highly-rated playmaker therefore faces an extended spell on the sidelines, alongside crocked full-back Cameron Pring.
Having been sent home early from international duty with a groin problem, Southampton’s Joshua Quarshie was rested over the weekend. There’s also a question mark over whether Elias Jelert will be ready for Tuesday’s game, after the Danish full-back picked up a knock against Swansea City.
Following an injury-blighted 2024/25 campaign, Ross Stewart’s fitness issues have continued into the new season.
The Scottish striker’s absence could see the trio Adam Armstrong, Léo Scienza, and Cameron Archer continue in attack, although Will Still may opt for a different combination following Saturday’s goal-shy performance.
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The stats
Only five of Bristol City's 16 points this term have been earned at home.
Gerhard Struber's men have only kept one home clean sheet in the league this season.
Three of Southampton's last four league contests have ended all-square.
Despite only scoring 11 goals, Southampton have fired more shots at goal (109) than 22 of the other 23 Championship clubs.
Southampton have not won at Ashton Gate since October 2003.
Prediction
The Robins will be in buoyant mood heading into Tuesday’s clash after dispatching Norwich City on Saturday afternoon, but will nevertheless be wary of the visitors’ quality.
Having netted seven of their 11 league goals in away fixtures, Will Still’s side tend to play with more attacking freedom on their travels.
The hosts should take encouragement from recent head-to-head stats, which show Bristol City have triumphed in four of the last six meetings between the pair.
However, given recent form, its difficult see Tuesday’s contest ending in anything other than draw.
Back Bristol City and Southampton to draw at 49/20 with LiveScore Bet. The latest Bristol City vs Southampton odds are available at LiveScore Bet
