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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 Watford is set for 24.02.2026 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 Championship encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Ipswich Town, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Watford, positioned 12, aim to continue their climb up the Championship table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 24.02.2026
- Kickoff: 19:45
- Favorite: Watford
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 04.11.2025, finishing Ipswich Town 1-1 Watford.
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 21.02.2026 Wrexham vs Ipswich Town 5 - 3 13.02.2026 Wrexham vs Ipswich Town 1 - 0 07.02.2026 Derby County vs Ipswich Town 1 - 2
Watford Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Watford 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: 12
- Recent head-to-head record: Ipswich Town 1-1 Watford
- Wins this season over Ipswich Town: 0
Recent away match stats for Watford:
Date Event Score 21.02.2026 Watford vs Derby County 2 - 0 14.02.2026 Preston North End vs Watford 2 - 2 07.02.2026 Southampton vs Watford 1 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 22.02.2026, odds point to Watford 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 Watford lineups for the Championship 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
