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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming FA Cup clash between Liverpool and Barnsley is set for 12.01.2026 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 FA Cup encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Liverpool, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Barnsley, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the FA Cup table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 12.01.2026
- Kickoff: 19:45
- Favorite: Liverpool
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on -, finishing -.
Liverpool Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Liverpool squad has been dominant at home throughout the FA Cup 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Liverpool lineup today or Liverpool 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 Liverpool home performances:
Date Event Score 08.01.2026 Arsenal FC vs Liverpool 0 - 0 04.01.2026 Fulham vs Liverpool 2 - 2 01.01.2026 Liverpool vs Leeds United 0 - 0
Barnsley Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Barnsley have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s FA Cup game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: -
- Wins this season over Liverpool: 0
Recent away match stats for Barnsley:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Port Vale vs Barnsley 0 - 0 01.01.2026 Wigan Athletic vs Barnsley 1 - 1 29.12.2025 Barnsley vs Lincoln City 0 - 2
Prediction and Final Word
As of 10.01.2026, odds point to Liverpool as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Liverpool and Barnsley lineups for the FA Cup 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
