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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Southern League Premier Division clash between Kettering Town and Needham Market 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 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 Needham Market, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Southern League Premier Division table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 31.01.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: -
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 31.01.2026, finishing Needham Market 1-3 Kettering Town.
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 31.01.2026 Needham Market vs Kettering Town 1 - 3 24.01.2026 Bishops Stortford vs Kettering Town 0 - 2 17.01.2026 Kettering Town vs Alvechurch 0 - 0
Needham Market Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Needham Market 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: Needham Market 1-3 Kettering Town
- Wins this season over Kettering Town: 1
Recent away match stats for Needham Market:
Date Event Score 31.01.2026 Needham Market vs Kettering Town 1 - 3 24.01.2026 Stamford vs Needham Market 1 - 0 17.01.2026 Needham Market vs Stratford Town 1 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 01.02.2026, 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 Kettering Town and Needham Market 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.
