UEFA Nations event
English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Southern League Premier Division clash between Kettering Town and Leiston is set for 10.01.2026 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.
Kettering Town, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Leiston, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Southern League Premier Division table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 10.01.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: Kettering Town
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 12.08.2025, finishing Kettering Town 3-0 Leiston.
Kettering Town Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Kettering Town squad has been dominant at home throughout the Southern League Premier Division 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Kettering Town lineup today or Kettering 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 Kettering Town home performances:
Date Event Score 27.12.2025 Harborough Town vs Kettering Town 4 - 2 20.12.2025 Kettering Town vs Royston Town 3 - 0 13.12.2025 Kettering Town vs Bury Town 3 - 3
Leiston Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Leiston 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: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Kettering Town 3-0 Leiston
- Wins this season over Kettering Town: 0
Recent away match stats for Leiston:
Date Event Score 27.12.2025 Leiston vs Needham Market 0 - 1 20.12.2025 Halesowen FC vs Leiston 1 - 2 06.12.2025 Spalding United vs Leiston 4 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 09.01.2026, odds point to Kettering Town as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Kettering Town and Leiston 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.
