Every competitive match Southampton played in 1896–97, in Southern League — 4 matches, 1 won, 2 drawn, 1 lost, with scorers and attendances where the record holds them.
| Date | Competition | Venue | Opponent | Their season | Score | Scorers | Att |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Jan 1897 | FA Cup | H | Heanor Town | 1–1 | |||
| 3 Feb 1897 | FA Cup | A | Heanor Town | 1–0 | |||
| 13 Feb 1897 | FA Cup | H | Manchester United | Manchester United 1896–97 | 1–1 | ||
| 17 Feb 1897 | FA Cup | A | Manchester United | Manchester United 1896–97 | 1–3 |
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