How to watch today's Portsmouth vs Southampton Championship game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

It's South Coast Derby Day in the English Championship with relegation-threatened Portsmouth looking to end a 16-year hoodoo against rivals Southampton. 

Here is where to find English-language live streams of Portsmouth vs Southampton, as GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the game today.

	USA	Fubo USA
	UK	Sky Sports
	International	Bet365

How to watch anywhere with a VPN

If you are travelling abroad or just want to access your usual streaming services from a different part of the world, you may run into geo-restrictions. This is where a Virtual Private Network (VPN) comes in handy.

A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure, encrypted connection online. By virtually changing your location to a country where the game is being broadcast, you can bypass blackout restrictions and watch your favourite team live. Click here for a step-by-step guide or, alternatively, check out GOAL's guide to the best VPNs for streaming sports.

How to watch and live stream Portsmouth vs Southampton for free

If you're planning to watch the game from the United States, new Fubo customers can access it with a free five-day trial. 

Portsmouth vs Southampton kick-off time

Portsmouth vs Southampton kicks off on 25 Jan 2026 at 07:00 EST and 12:00 GMT. 

Match preview

Portsmouth have endured years of pain at the hands of their South Coast rivals, Southampton. They might feel that this is the time to avenge some of it, considering their strong home record and the Saints' struggles on the road.

Pompey are just a point above the relegation zone but have picked up 18 of their 29 points this season at home and won two of their last three at Fratton Park. Southampton, in contrast, have four defeats and a draw from their last five Championship clashes away from home. 

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Injury news, suspensions, key facts

Portsmouth have a staggering injury list with Callum Lang, Florian Bianchini, Franco Umeh-Chibueze, Harvey Blair, Hayden Matthews, Josh Knight, Josh Murphy, Mark Kosznovszky and Thomas Waddingham all out. Cameron Bragg, Oriol Romeu and Samuel Edozie are all absent for the visitors.

Each of the last three league meetings between the two sides has ended in draws.

Portsmouth haven't won a South Coast derby in any competition in 16 years. 

Portsmouth and Southampton have both been goal-shy lately, with just five strikes in their last five matches respectively. 

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Team news & squads

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Head-to-Head Record

Standings

Step-by-step VPN guide to watch Portsmouth vs Southampton today

NordVPN

1. Download & Install: Sign up to NordVPN or another reputable VPN service (check out GOAL's guide here) and download the app on your device.
2. Connect to a Server: Open the app and select a server location where the match is being shown (e.g. if you are in the UK but want to watch a US stream, connect to a US server).
3. Clear Cache: Sometimes your browser holds onto your old location. Clear your cookies or refresh your browser to ensure the change takes effect.
4. Start Streaming: Go to your broadcaster's website and app and enjoy the game.

How to watch on the Big Screen

Watching on your phone or laptop is fine, but live sports belongs on the big screen. Here is how to get the VPN working on your TV:

• Smart TVs & Fire Stick: Most Android-based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN apps. Simply search for your VPN provider in the app store on your TV, log in, and connect just like you would on your phone.
• Apple TV, Roku & Consoles: These devices often don't support direct VPN apps. The easiest workaround is to use Smart DNS (usually found in your VPN account settings) or Mirror/Cast the stream from your VPN-connected phone or laptop to your TV.