English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Northern Division One clash between Coventry Sphinx and Lichfield City is set for 06.01.2026 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 Northern Division One encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Coventry Sphinx, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Lichfield City, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Northern Division One table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 06.01.2026
- Kickoff: 19:45
- Favorite: -
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on -, finishing -.
Coventry Sphinx Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Coventry Sphinx squad has been dominant at home throughout the Northern Division One 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Coventry Sphinx lineup today or Coventry Sphinx 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 Coventry Sphinx home performances:
Date Event Score 01.01.2026 Bedworth United vs Coventry Sphinx 2 - 1 04.11.2025 Coventry Sphinx vs Anstey Nomads 1 - 3 07.10.2025 Racing Club Warwick vs Coventry Sphinx 1 - 1
Lichfield City Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Lichfield City have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Northern Division One game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: -
- Wins this season over Coventry Sphinx: 0
Recent away match stats for Lichfield City:
Date Event Score 01.01.2026 Sutton Coldfield Town vs Lichfield City 1 - 0 22.10.2025 Corby Town vs Lichfield City 4 - 1 15.10.2025 Lichfield City vs Racing Club Warwick 2 - 2
Prediction and Final Word
As of 08.01.2026, 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 Coventry Sphinx and Lichfield City lineups for the Northern Division One 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.

