With away fans sure to flock to St Mary's on the 19th November, the 2nd biggest crowd of the season seems assured for the visit of Brighton.
With around 1,500 more away supporters set to come to St Mary's than there were present for the visit of Middlesbrough and tickets selling fast in the home ends for this South Coast derby, early indications are that its going to be the second biggest crowd of the season.
Even if we just add the extra away fans, that would push the gate above 28,000, so if Saints fans respond in greater numbers also, then that should easily push the attendance past the 28k mark.
However with tickets already selling fast if Saints win at Coventry this could stir up Saints fans and a near capacity gate could result, so Saints supporters are advised to get along to St Mary's sooner rather than later if they want to ensure a ticket for the game.