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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming League 1 clash between Northampton Town and Wycombe Wanderers is set for 17.01.2026 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 League 1 encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Northampton Town, currently sitting 18 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Wycombe Wanderers, positioned 13, aim to continue their climb up the League 1 table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 17.01.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: Wycombe Wanderers
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 02.12.2025, finishing Northampton Town 2-0 Wycombe Wanderers.
Northampton Town Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Northampton Town squad has been dominant at home throughout the League 1 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Northampton Town lineup today or Northampton 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 Northampton Town home performances:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Bolton Wanderers vs Northampton Town 0 - 0 01.01.2026 Northampton Town vs Stockport County 0 - 0 29.12.2025 Huddersfield Town vs Northampton Town 2 - 0
Wycombe Wanderers Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Wycombe Wanderers have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s League 1 game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: 13
- Recent head-to-head record: Northampton Town 2-0 Wycombe Wanderers
- Wins this season over Northampton Town: 7
Recent away match stats for Wycombe Wanderers:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Wycombe Wanderers vs AFC Wimbledon 2 - 0 01.01.2026 Wycombe Wanderers vs Cardiff City 1 - 1 29.12.2025 Plymouth Argyle vs Wycombe Wanderers 1 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 11.01.2026, odds point to Wycombe Wanderers as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Northampton Town and Wycombe Wanderers lineups for the League 1 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
