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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Championship clash between Southampton and Stoke City is set for 31.01.2026 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 Championship encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Southampton, currently sitting 15 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Stoke City, positioned 10, aim to continue their climb up the Championship table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 31.01.2026
- Kickoff: 12:30
- Favorite: Stoke City
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 23.08.2025, finishing Southampton 1-2 Stoke City.
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 25.01.2026 Portsmouth vs Southampton 1 - 1 21.01.2026 Southampton vs Sheffield United 1 - 0 17.01.2026 Southampton vs Hull City 1 - 2
Stoke City Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Stoke City 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: 10
- Recent head-to-head record: Southampton 1-2 Stoke City
- Wins this season over Southampton: 4
Recent away match stats for Stoke City:
Date Event Score 24.01.2026 Birmingham City vs Stoke City 1 - 1 21.01.2026 Stoke City vs Middlesbrough 1 - 2 17.01.2026 Stoke City vs Queens Park Rangers 0 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 28.01.2026, odds point to Stoke City 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 Stoke City lineups for the Championship 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
