Southampton U21 fell to a 3-1 defeat against Jong PSV Eindhoven Youth in the Premier League International Cup on January 23, 2026. The young Saints were unable to contain a vibrant attacking performance from the Dutch youth side at Staplewood Campus. PSV's youngsters took the initiative early, scoring twice in the first half to put Southampton on the back foot. The home side improved after the interval and managed to pull a goal back, offering a glimmer of hope. However, Jong PSV sealed the match with a third goal late on, demonstrating their clinical edge. The result was a tough lesson for Southampton's highly-regarded academy, which is known for producing first-team talent. For the PSV youth team, the away victory was a significant achievement and provided crucial points in a tightly contested group.