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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Championship clash between Ipswich Town and Blackburn Rovers is set for 17.01.2026 at 12:30. 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 Championship encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Ipswich Town, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Blackburn Rovers, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Championship table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 17.01.2026
- Kickoff: 12:30
- Favorite: Ipswich Town
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 02.12.2025, finishing Blackburn Rovers 1-1 Ipswich Town.
Ipswich Town Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Ipswich Town squad has been dominant at home throughout the Championship 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Ipswich Town lineup today or Ipswich 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 Ipswich Town home performances:
Date Event Score 01.01.2026 Ipswich Town vs Oxford United 2 - 1 29.12.2025 Coventry City vs Ipswich Town 0 - 2 26.12.2025 Millwall vs Ipswich Town 0 - 0
Blackburn Rovers Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Blackburn Rovers have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Championship game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Blackburn Rovers 1-1 Ipswich Town
- Wins this season over Ipswich Town: 3
Recent away match stats for Blackburn Rovers:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Blackburn Rovers vs Charlton Athletic 2 - 2 01.01.2026 Blackburn Rovers vs Wrexham 0 - 2 29.12.2025 Sheffield Wednesday vs Blackburn Rovers 0 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 09.01.2026, odds point to Ipswich Town as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Ipswich Town and Blackburn Rovers lineups for the Championship 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
