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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming League 2 clash between Gillingham and Cheltenham Town 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.
Gillingham, currently sitting 14 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: 27.01.2026
- Kickoff: 19:45
- Favorite: Cheltenham Town
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 11.10.2025, finishing Gillingham 1-1 Cheltenham Town.
Gillingham Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Gillingham squad has been dominant at home throughout the League 2 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Gillingham lineup today or Gillingham 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 Gillingham home performances:
Date Event Score 17.01.2026 Gillingham vs Newport County 3 - 2 04.01.2026 Notts County vs Gillingham 0 - 0 01.01.2026 Swindon Town vs Gillingham 2 - 0
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: Gillingham 1-1 Cheltenham Town
- Wins this season over Gillingham: 4
Recent away match stats for Cheltenham Town:
Date Event Score 17.01.2026 Oldham Athletic vs Cheltenham Town 2 - 1 10.01.2026 Cheltenham Town vs Leicester City 0 - 2 04.01.2026 Cheltenham Town vs Crawley Town 3 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 23.01.2026, odds point to Cheltenham Town as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Gillingham 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.
