# Kuryu Matsuki performance at Southampton

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20261031-kuryu-matsuki-performance-at-southampton
> Updated: 2026-10-31T17:33:55.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Japanese midfielder Kuryu Matsuki has demonstrated strong form for Southampton in the EFL Championship. On October 24, Matsuki scored just 100 seconds into a match against West Ham United, contributing to a 3-2 victory that moved the team to sixth place in the league standings.

Following this performance, Matsuki scored again in the 11th minute of a match against Queens Park Rangers on October 31. This goal helped secure a 4-1 win, advancing Southampton to fifth place. Local media has described Matsuki as an “indispensable part of the team” during this period of consecutive scoring.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-31: Kuryu Matsuki scores second consecutive goal for Southampton

Japan international Kuryu Matsuki scored his fourth goal of the season as Southampton defeated Queens Park Rangers 4-1 in the EFL Championship.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuryu-matsuki-scores-second-consecutive-goal-for-southampton

### 2026-10-24: Kuryu Matsuki scores early goal as Southampton defeats West Ham

Southampton midfielder Kuryu Matsuki scored an early goal to help his side secure a 3-2 victory over West Ham United.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuryu-matsuki-scores-early-goal-as-southampton-defeats-west-ham

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