South's football fixtures for this weekend

Saturday, 8 November 2025 01:00

Football fans across Sussex and Hampshire can look forward to a busy weekend of fixtures, with several local sides in action both home and away.

In the Premier League, Brighton & Hove Albion’s men are preparing for a big derby clash against Crystal Palace on Sunday. The Seagulls travel to Selhurst Park for a 2pm kick-off in one of the most anticipated fixtures of their season. Roberto De Zerbi’s side will be looking to build momentum and secure bragging rights against their fierce rivals after a mixed run of form in recent weeks.

Brighton’s women’s team are also on the road this weekend, travelling north to face Liverpool on Sunday, with kick-off at midday. Melissa Phillips’ squad will be hoping to bounce back from recent results and pick up vital points as the Women’s Super League campaign continues.

In the Championship, Portsmouth make the long journey to Hull City this afternoon. Pompey will be looking to maintain their push near the top of the table as John Mousinho’s men aim for another strong performance on the road. Kick-off at the MKM Stadium is at 3pm.

Meanwhile, Southampton are at home to Sheffield Wednesday. Russell Martin’s Saints will be hoping to keep up their promotion hopes with a solid display at St Mary’s, with fans expecting a strong response after a tight run of recent games.

In League One, Crawley Town are also at home this weekend, hosting Fleetwood Town at the Broadfield Stadium. Kick-off is at 3pm, and Scott Lindsey’s side will be aiming to continue their good home form in front of the Red Devils faithful.

In non-league football, Worthing take on Hemel Hempstead at the Sussex Transport Community Stadium this afternoon. The Rebels, who’ve been in impressive form, will be looking to make the most of home advantage and stay near the top of the National League South table.

Bognor Regis Town’s men are also at home today, taking on Hartley Wintney, while the club’s women’s side travel on Sunday to face Saltdean United.

Chichester City are away to Cray Wanderers, hoping to pick up points on the road, and Selsey are in action at home against Mile Oak. The home side are full of confidence after going six matches unbeaten, and they’ll be determined to keep that run going in front of their supporters.

With plenty of matches across all divisions, it’s set to be an exciting weekend of football for fans across the region — from Premier League action right down to the grassroots game.

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