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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming FA Cup clash between Wigan Athletic and Preston North End is set for 09.01.2026 at 19:30. 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 FA Cup encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Wigan Athletic, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Preston North End, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the FA Cup table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 09.01.2026
- Kickoff: 19:30
- Favorite: Wigan Athletic
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 25.02.2023, finishing Preston North End 2-1 Wigan Athletic.
Wigan Athletic Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Wigan Athletic squad has been dominant at home throughout the FA Cup 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Wigan Athletic lineup today or Wigan Athletic 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 Wigan Athletic home performances:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Cardiff City vs Wigan Athletic 1 - 0 01.01.2026 Wigan Athletic vs Barnsley 1 - 1 29.12.2025 Burton Albion vs Wigan Athletic 0 - 2
Preston North End Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Preston North End 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: Preston North End 2-1 Wigan Athletic
- Wins this season over Wigan Athletic: 7
Recent away match stats for Preston North End:
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Bristol City vs Preston North End 0 - 2 01.01.2026 Preston North End vs Sheffield Wednesday 3 - 0 29.12.2025 Wrexham vs Preston North End 2 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 09.01.2026, odds point to Wigan Athletic as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Wigan Athletic and Preston North End lineups for the FA Cup 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
