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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Championship clash between Southampton and Sheffield United is set for 21.01.2026 at 19:45. 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 Championship encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Southampton, currently sitting 15 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Sheffield United, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Championship table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 21.01.2026
- Kickoff: 19:45
- Favorite: Southampton
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 30.09.2025, finishing Sheffield United 1-2 Southampton.
Southampton Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Southampton squad has been dominant at home throughout the Championship 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 04.01.2026 Middlesbrough vs Southampton 4 - 0 01.01.2026 Southampton vs Millwall 0 - 0 29.12.2025 Birmingham City vs Southampton 1 - 1
Sheffield United Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Sheffield United have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Championship game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Sheffield United 1-2 Southampton
- Wins this season over Southampton: 0
Recent away match stats for Sheffield United:
Date Event Score 01.01.2026 Sheffield United vs Leicester City 3 - 1 29.12.2025 Stoke City vs Sheffield United 1 - 2 26.12.2025 Wrexham vs Sheffield United 5 - 3
Prediction and Final Word
As of 09.01.2026, 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 Sheffield United lineups for the Championship 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
