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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming League 1 clash between Cardiff City and Stockport County is set for 24.01.2026 at 12:30. 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 1 encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Cardiff City, currently sitting 1 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Stockport County, positioned 4, aim to continue their climb up the League 1 table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 24.01.2026
- Kickoff: 12:30
- Favorite: Cardiff City
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 13.09.2025, finishing Stockport County 1-1 Cardiff City.
Cardiff City Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Cardiff City squad has been dominant at home throughout the League 1 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Cardiff City lineup today or Cardiff 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 Cardiff City home performances:
Date Event Score 17.01.2026 Bradford City vs Cardiff City 1 - 2 10.01.2026 Leyton Orient vs Cardiff City 1 - 1 04.01.2026 Cardiff City vs Wigan Athletic 1 - 0
Stockport County Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Stockport County have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s League 1 game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: 4
- Recent head-to-head record: Stockport County 1-1 Cardiff City
- Wins this season over Cardiff City: 0
Recent away match stats for Stockport County:
Date Event Score 17.01.2026 Stockport County vs Rotherham United 3 - 2 13.01.2026 Stockport County vs Harrogate Town 2 - 1 10.01.2026 Stockport County vs Huddersfield Town 1 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 23.01.2026, odds point to Cardiff City as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Cardiff City and Stockport County lineups for the League 1 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
