Norwich vs Southampton, 14 October 2026, Championship: form, head-to-head and match facts

Norwich host Southampton in what promises to be a test of resolve for the Canaries, who sit 12th with nine points from three wins and four defeats, their goal difference even at 13‑13. The visitors arrive in second place, having amassed 14 points from four victories, two draws and a single loss, and boast a healthy +10 goal swing after scoring 18 and conceding only eight. Norwich will need to tighten up defensively to curb Southampton’s potent attack, while the Saints will look to extend their lead at the top of the table by picking up another three points on the road. Historically the two sides have exchanged blows, but Southampton’s recent form gives them a clear psychological edge heading into Carrow Road.