The first match of 2026 sees Argyle face off against Stevenage, featuring several notable changes in the lineup.
Key Updates from the Match
- Mathias Ross replaces Julio Pleguezuelo in defense.
- Bim Pepple, fresh off scoring an equalizer against Wycombe Wanderers, steps in for the injured Owen Oseni.
- Joe Ralls returns from suspension, taking the place of Xavier Amaechi, who is now on the bench.
Bench and Injury Updates
Caleb Watts joins Argyle’s bench, marking his return since a September 13 injury during a match against Luton Town. Brendan Galloway, after competing in the Africa Cup of Nations with Zimbabwe, also returns and is on the bench.
Team Lineups
Argyle Starting XI
- 1 Conor Hazard
- 2 Mathias Ross
- 4 Brendan Wiredu
- 8 Joe Edwards (captain)
- 9 Lorent Tolaj
- 11 Bali Mumba
- 15 Alex Mitchell
- 19 Malachi Boateng
- 27 Bim Pepple
- 29 Matty Sorinola
- 32 Joe Ralls
Argyle Substitutes
- 21 Luca Ashby-Hammond (goalkeeper)
- 6 Kornel Szucs
- 10 Xavier Amaechi
- 17 Caleb Watts
- 20 Law McCabe
- 22 Brendan Galloway
- 39 Tegan Finn
Stevenage Starting XI
- 1 Filip Marschall
- 2 Luther James-Wildin
- 4 Jordan Houghton
- 5 Carl Piergianni (captain)
- 6 Dan Sweeney
- 8 Daniel Phillips
- 16 Lewis Freestone
- 18 Harvey White
- 19 Jamie Reid
- 24 Jovan Malcolm
- 44 Phoenix Patterson
Stevenage Substitutes
- 13 Taye Ashby-Hammond (goalkeeper)
- 10 Dan Kemp
- 11 Jordan Roberts
- 14 Saxon Earley
- 17 Jasper Pattenden
- 20 Chem Campbell
- 22 Jake Young
Former Argyle players, including Jordan Houghton and Saxon Earley, feature prominently for Stevenage, adding an extra layer of excitement to this match.
