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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming FA Cup clash between Stoke City and Fulham is set for 15.02.2026 at 14:00. 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 Cup encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Stoke City, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Fulham, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the FA Cup table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 15.02.2026
- Kickoff: 14:00
- Favorite: Fulham
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 22.01.2022, finishing Stoke City 2-3 Fulham.
Stoke City Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Stoke City squad has been dominant at home throughout the FA Cup 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Stoke City lineup today or Stoke City 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 Stoke City home performances:
Date Event Score 21.01.2026 Stoke City vs Middlesbrough 1 - 2 17.01.2026 Stoke City vs Queens Park Rangers 0 - 0 10.01.2026 Stoke City vs Coventry City 1 - 0
Fulham Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Fulham have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s FA Cup game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Stoke City 2-3 Fulham
- Wins this season over Stoke City: 6
Recent away match stats for Fulham:
Date Event Score 17.01.2026 Leeds United vs Fulham 1 - 0 10.01.2026 Fulham vs Middlesbrough 3 - 1 07.01.2026 Fulham vs Chelsea 2 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 24.01.2026, odds point to Fulham as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Stoke City and Fulham lineups for the FA Cup 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
