Eastleigh Football Club are delighted to announce that in preparation for our 2025/26 campaign, we will be hosting Southampton FC for a pre-season fixture!

We are pleased to announce that we will prepare for our respective campaigns with an annual pre-season visit from Southampton on Saturday 12 July, 3pm KO.

The Saints will be bringing a first-team squad to SO50 for Will Still’s first game in charge of Southampton as we prepare for the 2025/26 National League campaign.

Following the announcement of the annual friendly, Vice-Chairman Tom Coffey, commented: “Over the past few years, ourselves and Southampton FC have built a strong relationship that seems to be ever-growing as we go from strength to strength.

“We’ve hosted numerous cup and international fixtures for both the U21s and Women’s team and we’re excited for what the future holds.

“I would like to personally thank Southampton FC, in particular Phil [Parsons], for providing us with the opportunity to host the Saints at the Silverlake Stadium!”

Ticketing and hospitality details for this fixture will be announced in due course.