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The Tigers are hoping to build on their recent strong run of three victories away from home going into their midweek matchup.
With a 2-0 victory over West Bromwich Albion at the Hawthorns, Southampton reignited their pursuit of automatic promotion to the Premier League.
This came after their 25-game unbeaten streak was ended on February 13 with a 3-1 loss to Bristol City.
Southampton is presently two points behind Leeds United in second place in the Championship standings with 67 points from 32 games, which puts them in third place for automatic promotion.
Hull City, on the other hand, defeated Huddersfield Town 2-1 at the John Smith’s Stadium on Saturday to continue their push for a postseason berth.
With the exception of a 1-0 home loss to Swansea City on February 10, the Tigers have now won four of their previous five games.
Hull City is now tied for eighth place in the league table with Coventry City, having played 32 games and accrued 51 points. This puts them in contention for the final playoff position.
Hull City vs. Southampton Key figures and head-to-head
Southampton has the better record in the 61 meetings between the two teams that have taken place, with 25 victories.In that span, Hull City has won 15 games, while 21 victories have been split.Since a 1-1 draw with Rotherham United on October 7, Southampton has won their previous 11 home games in all competitions.Since a 2-1 loss at Birmingham City on January 16, Hull City has won three straight away games while scoring five goals and giving up two.
Hull City vs. Southampton Prediction
Hull City will want to keep up their recent winning ways, but they have a formidable task before of them when they play Southampton, who have been virtually unbeatable at home this year.
We predict an exciting match at St. Mary’s Stadium, with the home team winning all three points.
