English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Southern League Premier Division clash between Havant & Waterlooville and Sholing is set for 03.01.2026 at 15:00. 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 Southern League Premier Division encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Havant & Waterlooville, currently sitting 14 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Sholing, positioned 6, aim to continue their climb up the Southern League Premier Division table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 03.01.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: -
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 03.01.2026, finishing Havant & Waterlooville 4-3 Sholing.
Havant & Waterlooville Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Havant & Waterlooville squad has been dominant at home throughout the Southern League Premier Division 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Havant & Waterlooville lineup today or Havant & Waterlooville 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 Havant & Waterlooville home performances:
Date Event Score 03.01.2026 Havant & Waterlooville vs Sholing 4 - 3 26.12.2025 Gosport Borough vs Havant & Waterlooville 0 - 4 20.12.2025 Havant & Waterlooville vs Wimborne Town 4 - 0
Sholing Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Sholing have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Southern League Premier Division game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: 6
- Recent head-to-head record: Havant & Waterlooville 4-3 Sholing
- Wins this season over Havant & Waterlooville: 0
Recent away match stats for Sholing:
Date Event Score 03.01.2026 Havant & Waterlooville vs Sholing 4 - 3 27.12.2025 Sholing vs Basingstoke Town 1 - 4 20.12.2025 Poole Town vs Sholing 0 - 1
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 Havant & Waterlooville and Sholing lineups for the Southern League Premier Division 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.

