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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming FA Cup clash between Chelsea and Charlton Athletic is set for 10.01.2026 at 20:00. 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 FA Cup encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Chelsea, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Charlton Athletic, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the FA Cup table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 10.01.2026
- Kickoff: 20:00
- Favorite: Charlton Athletic
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on -, finishing -.
Chelsea Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Chelsea squad has been dominant at home throughout the FA Cup 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Chelsea lineup today or Chelsea 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 Chelsea home performances:
Date Event Score 07.01.2026 Fulham vs Chelsea 2 - 1 04.01.2026 Manchester City vs Chelsea 1 - 1 30.12.2025 Chelsea vs Bournemouth 2 - 2
Charlton Athletic Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Charlton Athletic 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: -
- Wins this season over Chelsea: 0
Recent away match stats for Charlton Athletic:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Blackburn Rovers vs Charlton Athletic 2 - 2 01.01.2026 Charlton Athletic vs Coventry City 1 - 1 29.12.2025 Portsmouth vs Charlton Athletic 2 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 10.01.2026, odds point to Charlton Athletic as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Chelsea and Charlton Athletic lineups for the FA Cup 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
