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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 Salford City is set for 04.01.2026 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 Salford City, positioned 6, aim to continue their climb up the League 2 table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 04.01.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: -
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 13.09.2025, finishing Shrewsbury Town 1-3 Salford City.
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 10.02.2026 Shrewsbury Town vs Barrow 2 - 1 07.02.2026 Colchester United vs Shrewsbury Town 2 - 0 31.01.2026 Shrewsbury Town vs Barnet 0 - 0
Salford City Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Salford City 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: 6
- Recent head-to-head record: Shrewsbury Town 1-3 Salford City
- Wins this season over Shrewsbury Town: 2
Recent away match stats for Salford City:
Date Event Score 05.02.2026 Accrington Stanley vs Salford City 1 - 0 31.01.2026 Tranmere Rovers vs Salford City 0 - 2 27.01.2026 Salford City vs Chesterfield 0 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 15.02.2026, odds point to - 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 Salford City lineups for the League 2 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
