Value bet: Southampton U21 to win @ 1.65 – our chance 65% vs 61% implied by the price (edge +7%). Bigger price, more risk. Lost ✗
Picks by market
ResultSouthampton U21 to win ✗65% · @1.65
Double chanceEither team to win ✓85% · @1.20
Both teams scoreBoth teams to score ✓69% · @1.33
GoalsOver 2.5 goals ✓84% · fair 1.18
Correct scoreCorrect score 1–2 ✗7% · fair 14.22
Blackburn Rovers U21 vs Southampton U21: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
Southampton U21 travel to face Blackburn Rovers U21 on Friday 30 October in the Premier League Cup – the ball rolls at 20:00 WAT.
Current form
Blackburn Rovers U21, last 5: WDWLW Their latest outing: 4–2 win over West Bromwich Albion U21, at home. In their own stadium the record reads 2 won, 1 lost from 4. The attack is flying at 2.5 goals per game.
Southampton U21, last 5: WDWWW Their latest outing: 5–2 win over Crystal Palace U21, away. Away from home the record reads 3 won, 0 lost from 3. The attack is flying at 3.7 goals per game.
Momentum favours Southampton U21, collecting 2.7 points per game to 1.7 for Blackburn Rovers U21.
Head to head
When they last met (14 Aug 2026) it ended Southampton U21 4–0 Blackburn Rovers U21.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Blackburn Rovers U21 1.7 xG, Southampton U21 3.0 xG – a total near 4.7. Both nets should be busy – over 2.5 sits at 84% and GG at 69%. Both teams' recent matches have tended to go over 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Blackburn Rovers U21 21%, draw 15%, Southampton U21 65%.
GG/NG: GG (69%) at 1.33.
Price worth noting: Southampton U21 to win @1.65 – the bookmaker implies 61%, our ratings say 65%.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Both teams to score (69%, odds 1.33). Most likely score in line with that pick: Blackburn Rovers U21 1–2 Southampton U21. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Blackburn Rovers U2121%fair 4.87 · @3.75
Draw15%fair 6.84 · @3.90
Southampton U2165%fair 1.54 · @1.65
4.67Expected goals
1.69Blackburn Rovers U21 xG
2.98Southampton U21 xG
69%Both score
84%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–27%
1–37%
2–26%
2–36%
1–45%
1–15%
From our goals model: Blackburn Rovers U21 1.7 – 3.0 Southampton U21 expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Blackburn Rovers U21 vs Southampton U21?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 69% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.33.
Who will win Blackburn Rovers U21 vs Southampton U21?
On our numbers Blackburn Rovers U21 have a 21% chance of winning, the draw 15% and Southampton U21 65%.
How many goals will there be in Blackburn Rovers U21 vs Southampton U21?
We expect about 4.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 84% likely and both teams score 69% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Blackburn Rovers U21 vs Southampton U21?
Our predicted score is Blackburn Rovers U21 1–2 Southampton U21, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 4.7 goals in total.
When is Blackburn Rovers U21 vs Southampton U21?
Blackburn Rovers U21 vs Southampton U21 (Premier League Cup) kicks off on Friday 30 October 2026 at 20:00 (West Africa Time).
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.