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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Championship clash between Queens Park Rangers and Stoke City 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 Championship encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Queens Park Rangers, currently sitting 11 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Stoke City, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Championship table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 17.01.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: Queens Park Rangers
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 20.09.2025, finishing Queens Park Rangers 1-0 Stoke City.
Queens Park Rangers Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Queens Park Rangers squad has been dominant at home throughout the Championship 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Queens Park Rangers lineup today or Queens Park Rangers 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 Queens Park Rangers home performances:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Queens Park Rangers vs Sheffield Wednesday 3 - 0 01.01.2026 Queens Park Rangers vs Norwich City 1 - 2 29.12.2025 West Bromwich Albion vs Queens Park Rangers 2 - 1
Stoke City Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Stoke City have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Championship game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Queens Park Rangers 1-0 Stoke City
- Wins this season over Queens Park Rangers: 5
Recent away match stats for Stoke City:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Norwich City vs Stoke City 0 - 2 01.01.2026 Hull City vs Stoke City 0 - 1 29.12.2025 Stoke City vs Sheffield United 1 - 2
Prediction and Final Word
As of 09.01.2026, odds point to Queens Park Rangers as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Queens Park Rangers and Stoke City lineups for the Championship 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
