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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming League 2 clash between Crawley Town and Cheltenham Town is set for 04.01.2026 at 12:00. 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 League 2 encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Crawley Town, currently sitting 21 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Cheltenham Town, positioned 18, aim to continue their climb up the League 2 table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 04.01.2026
- Kickoff: 12:00
- Favorite: -
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 04.01.2026, finishing Cheltenham Town 3-0 Crawley Town.
Crawley Town Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Crawley Town squad has been dominant at home throughout the League 2 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Crawley Town lineup today or Crawley Town 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 Crawley Town home performances:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Cheltenham Town vs Crawley Town 3 - 0 01.01.2026 Barnet vs Crawley Town 2 - 1 29.12.2025 Crawley Town vs Bromley 1 - 3
Cheltenham Town Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Cheltenham Town 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: 18
- Recent head-to-head record: Cheltenham Town 3-0 Crawley Town
- Wins this season over Crawley Town: 5
Recent away match stats for Cheltenham Town:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Cheltenham Town vs Crawley Town 3 - 0 01.01.2026 Crewe Alexandra vs Cheltenham Town 4 - 1 29.12.2025 Cheltenham Town vs Swindon Town 0 - 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 Crawley Town and Cheltenham Town lineups for the League 2 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
