UEFA Nations event
English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Premier League Cup U21 clash between Swansea City U21 and Nottingham Forest U21 is set for 23.01.2026 at 19:00. 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 Premier League Cup U21 encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Swansea City U21, currently sitting 14 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Nottingham Forest U21, positioned 2, aim to continue their climb up the Premier League Cup U21 table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 23.01.2026
- Kickoff: 19:00
- Favorite: -
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 23.01.2026, finishing Swansea City U21 1-1 Nottingham Forest U21.
Swansea City U21 Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Swansea City U21 squad has been dominant at home throughout the Premier League Cup U21 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Swansea City U21 lineup today or Swansea City U21 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 Swansea City U21 home performances:
Date Event Score 27.04.2026 Swansea City U21 vs Newcastle United U21 2 - 0 21.04.2026 Sheffield United U21 vs Swansea City U21 2 - 2 19.04.2026 Brentford U21 vs Swansea City U21 2 - 2
Nottingham Forest U21 Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Nottingham Forest U21 have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Premier League Cup U21 game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: 2
- Recent head-to-head record: Swansea City U21 1-1 Nottingham Forest U21
- Wins this season over Swansea City U21: 1
Recent away match stats for Nottingham Forest U21:
Date Event Score 27.04.2026 Nottingham Forest U21 vs Charlton Athletic U21 3 - 2 03.04.2026 Nottingham Forest U21 vs Crystal Palace U21 2 - 0 20.03.2026 Nottingham Forest U21 vs Newcastle United U21 3 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 30.04.2026, odds point to - as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Swansea City U21 and Nottingham Forest U21 lineups for the Premier League Cup U21 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
