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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 Wednesday is set for 28.02.2026 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 Championship encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Southampton, currently sitting 10 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Sheffield Wednesday, positioned 24, aim to continue their climb up the Championship table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 28.02.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: Sheffield Wednesday
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 08.11.2025, finishing Southampton 3-1 Sheffield Wednesday.
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 14.02.2026 Southampton vs Leicester City 1 - 1 10.02.2026 Leicester City vs Southampton 3 - 4 07.02.2026 Southampton vs Watford 1 - 0
Sheffield Wednesday Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Sheffield Wednesday 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: 24
- Recent head-to-head record: Southampton 3-1 Sheffield Wednesday
- Wins this season over Southampton: 0
Recent away match stats for Sheffield Wednesday:
Date Event Score 14.02.2026 Sheffield Wednesday vs Millwall 1 - 2 08.02.2026 Swansea City vs Sheffield Wednesday 4 - 0 03.02.2026 Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield Wednesday 1 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 20.02.2026, odds point to Sheffield Wednesday 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 Wednesday lineups for the Championship 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
