Wolves vs Southampton: match facts, form and head-to-head – 5 December 2026

The Wolves host a top‑flight Southampton in what promises to be a crucial clash in the league table. Wolverhampton sit eighth with 11 points from three wins, two draws and a loss, having scored 14 and conceded 10, while the Saints sit second on 14 points after four victories, two draws and a single defeat, boasting an 18‑8 goal record. The gap between the two sides is slim, and a win for Wolves could propel them into the top six, whereas Southampton will look to widen the gap to the leaders. Historically the teams have exchanged blows, making this encounter a potential turning point for both campaigns.