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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming FA Cup clash between Fleetwood Town and Port Vale is set for 09.01.2026 at 19:30. 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 FA Cup encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Fleetwood Town, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Port Vale, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the FA Cup table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 09.01.2026
- Kickoff: 19:30
- Favorite: -
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 11.11.2025, finishing Port Vale 3-3 Fleetwood Town.
Fleetwood Town Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Fleetwood Town squad has been dominant at home throughout the FA Cup 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Fleetwood Town lineup today or Fleetwood 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 Fleetwood Town home performances:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Walsall vs Fleetwood Town 0 - 0 01.01.2026 Fleetwood Town vs Grimsby Town 0 - 1 29.12.2025 Salford City vs Fleetwood Town 0 - 0
Port Vale Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Port Vale 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: Port Vale 3-3 Fleetwood Town
- Wins this season over Fleetwood Town: 5
Recent away match stats for Port Vale:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Port Vale vs Barnsley 0 - 0 01.01.2026 Port Vale vs Blackpool 5 - 1 29.12.2025 Bradford City vs Port Vale 1 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 10.01.2026, 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 Fleetwood Town and Port Vale lineups for the FA Cup 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
