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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming League 2 clash between Bristol Rovers and Salford City is set for 24.01.2026 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 League 2 encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Bristol Rovers, currently sitting 21 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Salford City, positioned 4, aim to continue their climb up the League 2 table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 24.01.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: Bristol Rovers
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 27.09.2025, finishing Bristol Rovers 2-1 Salford City.
Bristol Rovers Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Bristol Rovers squad has been dominant at home throughout the League 2 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Bristol Rovers lineup today or Bristol Rovers 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 Bristol Rovers home performances:
Date Event Score 17.01.2026 Bristol Rovers vs Colchester United 0 - 1 13.01.2026 Bristol Rovers vs Plymouth Argyle 3 - 4 01.01.2026 Shrewsbury Town vs Bristol Rovers 0 - 3
Salford City Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Salford City have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s League 2 game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: 4
- Recent head-to-head record: Bristol Rovers 2-1 Salford City
- Wins this season over Bristol Rovers: 0
Recent away match stats for Salford City:
Date Event Score 20.01.2026 Salford City vs Swindon Town 3 - 2 17.01.2026 Swindon Town vs Salford City 2 - 3 10.01.2026 Salford City vs Swindon Town 0 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 23.01.2026, odds point to Bristol Rovers as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Bristol Rovers and Salford City lineups for the League 2 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
