UEFA Nations event
English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming National League Cup clash between Halifax Town and Newcastle United U21 is set for 16.12.2025 at 19:00. 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 National League Cup encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Halifax Town, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Newcastle United U21, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the National League Cup table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 16.12.2025
- Kickoff: 19:00
- Favorite: Halifax Town
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on -, finishing -.
Halifax Town Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Halifax Town squad has been dominant at home throughout the National League Cup 2025 campaign.
Fans searching for the Halifax Town lineup today or Halifax 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 Halifax Town home performances:
Date Event Score 13.12.2025 Halifax Town vs FC United of Manchester 4 - 0 06.12.2025 Halifax Town vs Braintree Town 4 - 0 29.11.2025 Boreham Wood vs Halifax Town 2 - 1
Newcastle United U21 Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Newcastle United U21 have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s National League Cup game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: -
- Wins this season over Halifax Town: 0
Recent away match stats for Newcastle United U21:
Date Event Score 02.12.2025 Scunthorpe United vs Newcastle United U21 2 - 0 11.11.2025 Harrogate Town vs Newcastle United U21 3 - 1 15.10.2025 Mansfield Town vs Newcastle United U21 2 - 2
Prediction and Final Word
As of 16.12.2025, odds point to Halifax Town as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Halifax Town and Newcastle United U21 lineups for the National League Cup 2025 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
