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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 Manchester City is set for 25.04.2026 at 16:15. 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 Manchester City, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the FA Cup table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 25.04.2026
- Kickoff: 16:15
- Favorite: -
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 10.05.2025, finishing Southampton 0-0 Manchester 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 11.04.2026 Southampton vs Derby County 2 - 1 07.04.2026 Wrexham vs Southampton 1 - 5 04.04.2026 Southampton vs Arsenal FC 2 - 1
Manchester City Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Manchester 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 0-0 Manchester City
- Wins this season over Southampton: 22
Recent away match stats for Manchester City:
Date Event Score 12.04.2026 Chelsea vs Manchester City 0 - 3 04.04.2026 Manchester City vs Liverpool 4 - 0 22.03.2026 Arsenal FC vs Manchester City 0 - 2
Prediction and Final Word
As of 14.04.2026, 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 Southampton and Manchester 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.
