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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Championship clash between Swansea City and Birmingham City is set for 17.01.2026 at 17:30. 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.
Swansea City, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Birmingham City, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Championship table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 17.01.2026
- Kickoff: 17:30
- Favorite: Birmingham City
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 20.09.2025, finishing Birmingham City 1-0 Swansea City.
Swansea City Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Swansea City squad has been dominant at home throughout the Championship 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Swansea City lineup today or Swansea 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 Swansea City home performances:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Millwall vs Swansea City 2 - 1 01.01.2026 Swansea City vs West Bromwich Albion 1 - 0 29.12.2025 Oxford United vs Swansea City 0 - 1
Birmingham City Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Birmingham 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: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Birmingham City 1-0 Swansea City
- Wins this season over Swansea City: 4
Recent away match stats for Birmingham City:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Birmingham City vs Coventry City 3 - 2 01.01.2026 Watford vs Birmingham City 3 - 0 29.12.2025 Birmingham City vs Southampton 1 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 09.01.2026, odds point to Birmingham City 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 and Birmingham City lineups for the Championship 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
