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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Premier League clash between Chelsea and Manchester City is set for 04.01.2026 at 17:30. 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 Premier League encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Chelsea, currently sitting 5 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Manchester City, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Premier League table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 04.01.2026
- Kickoff: 17:30
- Favorite: -
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 04.01.2026, finishing Manchester City 1-1 Chelsea.
Chelsea Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Chelsea squad has been dominant at home throughout the Premier League 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 04.01.2026 Manchester City vs Chelsea 1 - 1 30.12.2025 Chelsea vs Bournemouth 2 - 2 27.12.2025 Chelsea vs Aston Villa 1 - 2
Manchester City Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Manchester City have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Premier League game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Manchester City 1-1 Chelsea
- Wins this season over Chelsea: 21
Recent away match stats for Manchester City:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Manchester City vs Chelsea 1 - 1 01.01.2026 Sunderland vs Manchester City 0 - 0 27.12.2025 Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City 1 - 2
Prediction and Final Word
As of 06.01.2026, odds point to - 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 Manchester City lineups for the Premier League 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
