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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 Walsall is set for 28.02.2026 at 12:30. 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 18 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Walsall, positioned 9, aim to continue their climb up the League 2 table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 28.02.2026
- Kickoff: 12:30
- Favorite: Walsall
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 13.12.2025, finishing Walsall 1-1 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 21.02.2026 Accrington Stanley vs Shrewsbury Town 0 - 2 17.02.2026 Shrewsbury Town vs Notts County 1 - 0 14.02.2026 Shrewsbury Town vs Swindon Town 3 - 1
Walsall Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Walsall 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: 9
- Recent head-to-head record: Walsall 1-1 Shrewsbury Town
- Wins this season over Shrewsbury Town: 3
Recent away match stats for Walsall:
Date Event Score 18.02.2026 Grimsby Town vs Walsall 2 - 2 07.02.2026 Walsall vs Barnet 1 - 3 03.02.2026 Bristol Rovers vs Walsall 2 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 23.02.2026, odds point to Walsall 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 Walsall lineups for the League 2 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
