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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming FA Trophy clash between Southport and AFC Fylde is set for 31.01.2026 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 FA Trophy encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Southport, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while AFC Fylde, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the FA Trophy table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 31.01.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: Southport
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 25.08.2025, finishing Southport 2-3 AFC Fylde.
Southport Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Southport squad has been dominant at home throughout the FA Trophy 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Southport lineup today or Southport 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 Southport home performances:
Date Event Score 24.01.2026 Southport vs Merthyr Town 1 - 0 20.01.2026 South Shields vs Southport 1 - 0 17.01.2026 Bedford Town vs Southport 2 - 3
AFC Fylde Confirmed Lineup
The visitors AFC Fylde have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s FA Trophy game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Southport 2-3 AFC Fylde
- Wins this season over Southport: 6
Recent away match stats for AFC Fylde:
Date Event Score 24.01.2026 Oxford City vs AFC Fylde 1 - 0 17.01.2026 AFC Fylde vs Scarborough Athletic 2 - 1 13.01.2026 AFC Fylde vs Peterborough Sports 0 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 28.01.2026, odds point to Southport as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Southport and AFC Fylde lineups for the FA Trophy 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
