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SOUTHAMPTON have announced that the clash against Wrexham on the opening day of the Championship campaign is a sell-out.
The Saints, relegated from the Premier League last term, face the Reds at St Mary's Stadium on Saturday.
Phil Parkinson's side secured an historic third successive promotion in 2024-25 and the fixture has been selected for live television coverage by Sky Sports with a 12.30pm kick-off.
But that hasn't stopped Southampton fans snapping up tickets in their droves for the eagerly awaited showdown at their stadium which has a capacity of 32,384.
Wrexham have been allocated 3,080 tickets for the match.
The club announced: "Tickets for our first home game of the season against Wrexham on Saturday 9th August at 12.30pm have now sold out.
"St Mary's will be full for our opening fixture against the Red Dragons as we begin our 2025/26 EFL Championship season."
Southampton, with Will Still in the hotseat following his appointment in May, could be without Tyler Dibling for the clash.
Everton are said to be considering an improved bid for starlet Dibling having seen an initial £27million offer rejected.
The 19-year-old impressed in his breakout Premier League campaign in 2024/25 and the Toffees are reportedly preparing a fresh £35million bid for the winger.
However, Fulham, Aston Villa and West Ham are also thought to be keen on the England youth international.