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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming National League clash between Braintree Town and Boreham Wood is set for 17.01.2026 at 15:00. 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 National League encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Braintree Town, currently sitting 19 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Boreham Wood, positioned 1, aim to continue their climb up the National League table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 17.01.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: Boreham Wood
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 20.08.2025, finishing Boreham Wood 2-1 Braintree Town.
Braintree Town Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Braintree Town squad has been dominant at home throughout the National League 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Braintree Town lineup today or Braintree Town 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 Braintree Town home performances:
Date Event Score 10.01.2026 Braintree Town vs Boston United 0 - 0 03.01.2026 Yeovil Town vs Braintree Town 3 - 1 30.12.2025 Woking vs Braintree Town 0 - 1
Boreham Wood Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Boreham Wood have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s National League game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: 1
- Recent head-to-head record: Boreham Wood 2-1 Braintree Town
- Wins this season over Braintree Town: 1
Recent away match stats for Boreham Wood:
Date Event Score 10.01.2026 Boreham Wood vs Burton Albion 0 - 5 30.12.2025 Boreham Wood vs Solihull Moors 2 - 1 26.12.2025 Wealdstone vs Boreham Wood 0 - 4
Prediction and Final Word
As of 11.01.2026, odds point to Boreham Wood as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Braintree Town and Boreham Wood lineups for the National League 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
