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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming FA Cup clash between Birmingham City and Cambridge United is set for 10.01.2026 at 17:45. Here you’ll find everything about confirmed lineups, tactical approaches, and recent performances leading into one of the most anticipated fixtures in England.
Pre-Match Overview
Both clubs come into this FA Cup encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Birmingham City, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Cambridge United, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the FA Cup table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 10.01.2026
- Kickoff: 17:45
- Favorite: Cambridge United
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 03.05.2025, finishing Cambridge United 1-2 Birmingham City.
Birmingham City Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Birmingham City squad has been dominant at home throughout the FA Cup 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Birmingham City lineup today or Birmingham City starting XI can find it on this page.
The manager’s choices this week will likely focus on:
- Maintaining defensive stability after recent fixtures
- Enhancing midfield control and quick transitions
- Maximizing forward efficiency in the final third
Recent Birmingham City home performances:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Birmingham City vs Coventry City 3 - 2 01.01.2026 Watford vs Birmingham City 3 - 0 29.12.2025 Birmingham City vs Southampton 1 - 1
Cambridge United Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Cambridge United have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s FA Cup game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Cambridge United 1-2 Birmingham City
- Wins this season over Birmingham City: 1
Recent away match stats for Cambridge United:
Date Event Score 01.01.2026 Cambridge United vs Walsall 2 - 0 29.12.2025 Chesterfield vs Cambridge United 0 - 1 26.12.2025 Gillingham vs Cambridge United 1 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 10.01.2026, odds point to Cambridge United as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Birmingham City and Cambridge United lineups for the FA Cup 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
