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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Northern Premier League clash between Ilkeston Town and Leek Town is set for 31.01.2026 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 Northern Premier League encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Ilkeston Town, currently sitting 11 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Leek Town, positioned 17, aim to continue their climb up the Northern Premier League table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 31.01.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: Ilkeston Town
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 20.09.2025, finishing Leek Town 1-2 Ilkeston Town.
Ilkeston Town Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Ilkeston Town squad has been dominant at home throughout the Northern Premier League 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Ilkeston Town lineup today or Ilkeston 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 Ilkeston Town home performances:
Date Event Score 24.01.2026 Cleethorpes Town vs Ilkeston Town 0 - 0 17.01.2026 Ilkeston Town vs Lancaster City 3 - 0 13.01.2026 Whitby Town vs Ilkeston Town 1 - 0
Leek Town Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Leek Town have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Northern Premier League game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: 17
- Recent head-to-head record: Leek Town 1-2 Ilkeston Town
- Wins this season over Ilkeston Town: 2
Recent away match stats for Leek Town:
Date Event Score 24.01.2026 Hednesford Town vs Leek Town 1 - 0 20.01.2026 Leek Town vs Hyde 2 - 2 17.01.2026 Leek Town vs Cleethorpes Town 2 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 31.01.2026, odds point to Ilkeston Town as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Ilkeston Town and Leek Town lineups for the Northern Premier League 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
