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‘On their way to the top’ : Southampton vs QPR predictions

The72's expert writers give their Southampton vs QPR predictions ahead of the Championship clash on Saturday.

By Matt Bottomley · The72

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 7:46 AM

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Writers at The72 unanimously predicted Southampton to defeat QPR 2-1 in Saturday's Championship clash.
Matt Bottomley and James Ray both expect Southampton's attacking form to overcome the visiting Hoops.
Southampton enter the contest having secured three wins in their last five league games under Tonda Eckert.

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Writers at The72 have unanimously predicted a 2-1 victory for Southampton in their upcoming Championship fixture against Queens Park Rangers at St. Mary's on Saturday. Both Matt Bottomley and James Ray foresee the Saints continuing their strong run of form following a recent 3-2 victory over West Ham.

Southampton enter the weekend as the division's second-highest goalscorers, having won three of their past five league matches under manager Tonda Eckert. Julien Stephan's QPR side returned to the playoff places after a 5-0 win over Swansea City, led by a Richard Kone hat-trick, but both pundits expect the hosts to edge the promotion battle.

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‘On their way to the top’ : Southampton vs QPR predictions

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