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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming League 2 clash between Shrewsbury Town and Barnet is set for 31.01.2026 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 2 encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Shrewsbury Town, currently sitting 21 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Barnet, positioned 13, aim to continue their climb up the League 2 table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 31.01.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: Barnet
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 06.09.2025, finishing Barnet 1-3 Shrewsbury Town.
Shrewsbury Town Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Shrewsbury Town squad has been dominant at home throughout the League 2 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Shrewsbury Town lineup today or Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury Town home performances:
Date Event Score 24.01.2026 Milton Keynes Dons vs Shrewsbury Town 5 - 1 17.01.2026 Shrewsbury Town vs Harrogate Town 1 - 0 10.01.2026 Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Shrewsbury Town 6 - 1
Barnet Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Barnet 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: 13
- Recent head-to-head record: Barnet 1-3 Shrewsbury Town
- Wins this season over Shrewsbury Town: 0
Recent away match stats for Barnet:
Date Event Score 24.01.2026 Barnet vs Oldham Athletic 3 - 2 17.01.2026 Grimsby Town vs Barnet 1 - 0 10.01.2026 Accrington Stanley vs Barnet 0 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 28.01.2026, odds point to Barnet as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Shrewsbury Town and Barnet lineups for the League 2 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
