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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming FA Cup clash between Southampton and Leicester City is set for 14.02.2026 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 FA Cup encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Southampton, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Leicester City, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the FA Cup table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 14.02.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: Southampton
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 25.11.2025, finishing Southampton 3-0 Leicester City.
Southampton Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Southampton squad has been dominant at home throughout the FA Cup 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Southampton lineup today or Southampton 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 Southampton home performances:
Date Event Score 21.01.2026 Southampton vs Sheffield United 1 - 0 17.01.2026 Southampton vs Hull City 1 - 2 10.01.2026 Doncaster Rovers vs Southampton 2 - 3
Leicester City Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Leicester City have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s FA Cup game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Southampton 3-0 Leicester City
- Wins this season over Southampton: 14
Recent away match stats for Leicester City:
Date Event Score 20.01.2026 Wrexham vs Leicester City 1 - 1 17.01.2026 Coventry City vs Leicester City 2 - 1 10.01.2026 Cheltenham Town vs Leicester City 0 - 2
Prediction and Final Word
As of 23.01.2026, odds point to Southampton as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Southampton and Leicester City lineups for the FA Cup 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
