Southampton and Middlesbrough will face off on Tuesday evening in the second leg of their Championship play-off semi-final, with a place at Wembley at stake. The first leg at the Riverside Stadium ended in a goalless draw, leaving everything to play for at St Mary's Stadium.
Match Details
Kick-off time: The match is scheduled to start at 8pm BST on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
Location: The game will be held at St Mary's Stadium, Southampton's home ground, which is expected to be full with 32,384 spectators.
How to Watch
UK TV Coverage
Live coverage will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football. Pre-match build-up begins at 7pm.
Live Stream
UK viewers can stream via the Sky Go app with a valid subscription. Alternatively, a NOW membership provides access on smart TVs, laptops, and other devices.
US Viewers
In the United States, the match will be available on CBS Sports and streamed live on Paramount+ starting at 3pm ET.
Radio Coverage
Listen to live commentary on BBC Radio Solent (96.1 FM or DAB) or via the official Saints Play audio pass for club-specific coverage.
Stakes
The winner advances to the Championship play-off final at Wembley on May 23. Southampton aim to replicate their 2024 success, while Middlesbrough seek their first final since 2015.
Controversy
Middlesbrough have accused Southampton of spying on their training session before the first leg. A suspected spy was found recording on private property, and the EFL has charged Southampton. The incident has added tension to the tie.
For more details, read: Southampton boss storms out of press conference as Middlesbrough manager blasts 'cheats'.
