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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Championship clash between Southampton and Watford is set for 07.02.2026 at 12:31. 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 14 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Watford, positioned 10, aim to continue their climb up the Championship table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 07.02.2026
- Kickoff: 12:31
- Favorite: Southampton
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 30.08.2025, finishing Watford 2-2 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 31.01.2026 Stoke City vs Southampton 0 - 2 25.01.2026 Portsmouth vs Southampton 1 - 1 21.01.2026 Southampton vs Sheffield United 1 - 0
Watford Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Watford 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: Watford 2-2 Southampton
- Wins this season over Southampton: 3
Recent away match stats for Watford:
Date Event Score 31.01.2026 Watford vs Swansea City 0 - 2 24.01.2026 Blackburn Rovers vs Watford 1 - 1 21.01.2026 Watford vs Portsmouth 1 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 02.02.2026, 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 Watford lineups for the Championship 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
