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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming League 2 clash between Chesterfield and Salford City is set for 27.01.2026 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 League 2 encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Chesterfield, currently sitting 8 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: 27.01.2026
- Kickoff: 19:45
- Favorite: Chesterfield
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 11.10.2025, finishing Chesterfield 2-0 Salford City.
Chesterfield Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Chesterfield squad has been dominant at home throughout the League 2 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Chesterfield lineup today or Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield home performances:
Date Event Score 17.01.2026 Chesterfield vs Bromley 0 - 0 10.01.2026 Chesterfield vs Colchester United 0 - 0 04.01.2026 Milton Keynes Dons vs Chesterfield 2 - 2
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: Chesterfield 2-0 Salford City
- Wins this season over Chesterfield: 4
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 Chesterfield as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Chesterfield 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.
