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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming League 2 clash between Oldham Athletic and Barrow is set for 27.01.2026 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 League 2 encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Oldham Athletic, currently sitting 12 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Barrow, positioned 19, aim to continue their climb up the League 2 table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 27.01.2026
- Kickoff: 19:45
- Favorite: Barrow
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 11.10.2025, finishing Oldham Athletic 0-0 Barrow.
Oldham Athletic Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Oldham Athletic squad has been dominant at home throughout the League 2 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Oldham Athletic lineup today or Oldham Athletic 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 Oldham Athletic home performances:
Date Event Score 17.01.2026 Oldham Athletic vs Cheltenham Town 2 - 1 10.01.2026 Oldham Athletic vs Notts County 0 - 0 01.01.2026 Oldham Athletic vs Chesterfield 1 - 1
Barrow Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Barrow have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s League 2 game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: 19
- Recent head-to-head record: Oldham Athletic 0-0 Barrow
- Wins this season over Oldham Athletic: 3
Recent away match stats for Barrow:
Date Event Score 17.01.2026 Crewe Alexandra vs Barrow 3 - 1 01.01.2026 Barrow vs Salford City 1 - 2 29.12.2025 Tranmere Rovers vs Barrow 1 - 3
Prediction and Final Word
As of 23.01.2026, odds point to Barrow as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Oldham Athletic and Barrow lineups for the League 2 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
