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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 Royston Town and St Ives Town is set for 03.01.2026 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.
Royston Town, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while St Ives Town, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Southern League Premier Division table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 03.01.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: Royston Town
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 21.04.2025, finishing Royston Town 0-0 St Ives Town.
Royston Town Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Royston Town squad has been dominant at home throughout the Southern League Premier Division 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Royston Town lineup today or Royston 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 Royston Town home performances:
Date Event Score 27.12.2025 Royston Town vs Bishops Stortford 2 - 1 20.12.2025 Kettering Town vs Royston Town 3 - 0 13.12.2025 Royston Town vs Stourbridge 2 - 3
St Ives Town Confirmed Lineup
The visitors St Ives Town 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: Royston Town 0-0 St Ives Town
- Wins this season over Royston Town: 2
Recent away match stats for St Ives Town:
Date Event Score 27.12.2025 Real Bedford vs St Ives Town 1 - 3 20.12.2025 St Ives Town vs Barwell 1 - 1 13.12.2025 Stratford Town vs St Ives Town 6 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 03.01.2026, odds point to Royston Town as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Royston Town and St Ives Town 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.
