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AI supercomputer delivers mixed prediction for Saints promotion hopes

SAINTS are being tipped to win promotion back to the Premier League through the Championship play-offs, according to a new AI supercomputer.

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 2:47 PM
AI supercomputer delivers mixed prediction for Saints promotion hopes
Key Things to Know
  • A supercomputer simulation predicts Southampton will win promotion to the Premier League through the Championship play-offs.
  • The model projects Saints to finish fifth with 80 points and defeat West Ham in the final.
  • Wolves and Middlesbrough are tipped to secure the two automatic promotion spots.
The Story in 60 Seconds

An AI supercomputer simulation by TipMan Tips has predicted Southampton will earn promotion back to the Premier League via the Championship play-offs. After running 100,000 simulations, the model projects Saints to finish fifth with 80 points before defeating Stoke City and West Ham on their way to winning the play-off final at Wembley.

The simulation forecasts Wolverhampton Wanderers to win the title with 86 points, followed by Middlesbrough in the second automatic promotion spot. Southampton striker Cyle Larin is projected to finish as the club's top scorer with 18 goals, while Middlesbrough's Will Lankshear is tipped to lead the division with 26 goals.

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