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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 Hull City is set for 13.02.2026 at 19:45. 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.
Chelsea, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Hull City, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the FA Cup table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 13.02.2026
- Kickoff: 19:45
- Favorite: Hull City
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 25.01.2020, finishing Hull City 1-2 Chelsea.
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 21.01.2026 Chelsea vs Pafos FC 1 - 0 17.01.2026 Chelsea vs Brentford 2 - 0 14.01.2026 Chelsea vs Arsenal FC 2 - 3
Hull City Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Hull City 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: Hull City 1-2 Chelsea
- Wins this season over Chelsea: 0
Recent away match stats for Hull City:
Date Event Score 20.01.2026 Preston North End vs Hull City 0 - 3 17.01.2026 Southampton vs Hull City 1 - 2 11.01.2026 Hull City vs Blackburn Rovers 0 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 23.01.2026, odds point to Hull City 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 Hull City lineups for the FA Cup 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
