Portsmouth’s Championship clash against Southampton will be broadcast live on ITV, offering free-to-air coverage of the highly anticipated south coast derby this September.
The Blues will travel to St Mary’s Stadium on Sunday, September 14, for a 12pm kick-off in what marks the first south coast derby of the 2025/26 Championship campaign.
While Sky Sports had initially selected the fixture for broadcast, ITV has now secured simultaneous coverage, ensuring supporters can watch the match without a subscription.
The Southampton encounter forms part of a broader broadcasting agreement that sees 10 EFL matches simulcast across both networks throughout the season. An additional 10 Carabao Cup fixtures will also receive dual coverage under the arrangement.
ITV’s commitment to EFL football extends beyond live matches, with the broadcaster continuing to provide comprehensive highlights packages on ITV4 and ITVX throughout the campaign.
Portsmouth supporters seeking details about other televised fixtures during the first half of the season can find complete coverage information through the club’s official website.
The derby represents a significant fixture for both clubs, with the free-to-air broadcast ensuring maximum exposure for one of the Championship’s most eagerly awaited encounters.
