Southampton and Portsmouth face off in South Coast derby on Sunday
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Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Southampton hosts Portsmouth for the 74th South Coast derby at St Mary's on Sunday at 12:00 BST. Last season, both teams drew their encounters, with the most recent match at Fratton Park ending 1-1. Southampton’s head coach Tonda Eckert received a suspended six-week ban this week, allowing him to coach during the match. The derby, marked by a lack of victories for either side since 2005, is sure to bring a charged atmosphere as fans eagerly anticipate the rivalry's renewal after previous lacklustre encounters.
- •Eckert's suspended ban allowed him to coach in the derby.
- •The last league match between the teams was a 1-1 draw.
- •Teams have not faced each other in a league match since 2012.
- •Southampton supporters feel reassured by Eckert's presence.
- •Atmosphere is expected to be intense based on historical rivalry.
- 11:46 AMYahoo Sports — Eckert energy and stopping star duo - South Coast derby talking points
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