Cambridge United FC vs Lincoln City FC, League One 2022-23 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Cambridge United FC vs Lincoln City FC — League One at Abbey Stadium.
- Cambridge United FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Lincoln City FC 46 games · 103 pts (2026/27)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln City FC | 46 | 103 |
| 2 | Cardiff City FC | 46 | 91 |
| 3 | Stockport County FC | 46 | 77 |
| 4 | Bradford City AFC | 46 | 77 |
| 5 | Bolton Wanderers FC | 46 | 75 |
| 6 | Stevenage FC | 46 | 75 |
| 7 | Luton Town FC | 46 | 74 |
| 8 | Plymouth Argyle FC | 46 | 73 |
| 9 | Huddersfield Town AFC | 46 | 67 |
| 10 | Mansfield Town FC | 46 | 65 |
| 11 | Wycombe Wanderers FC | 46 | 63 |
| 12 | Reading FC | 46 | 63 |
| 13 | Blackpool FC | 46 | 60 |
| 14 | Doncaster Rovers FC | 46 | 60 |
| 15 | Barnsley FC | 46 | 59 |
| 16 | Wigan Athletic FC | 46 | 56 |
| 17 | Burton Albion FC | 46 | 54 |
| 18 | Peterborough United FC | 46 | 53 |
| 19 | AFC Wimbledon | 46 | 53 |
| 20 | Leyton Orient FC | 46 | 52 |
| 21 | Exeter City FC | 46 | 49 |
| 22 | Port Vale FC | 46 | 42 |
| 23 | Rotherham United FC | 46 | 41 |
| 24 | Northampton Town FC | 46 | 35 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Sep | Lincoln City FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 27 Aug | Burton Albion FC | H | 4–3 | W |
| 20 Aug | Charlton Athletic FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 16 Aug | Portsmouth FC | A | 1–4 | L |
| 13 Aug | Exeter City FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 06 Aug | Oxford United FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Sep | Cambridge United FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 27 Aug | Fleetwood Town FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 20 Aug | Peterborough United FC | A | 0–4 | L |
| 16 Aug | Oxford United FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 13 Aug | Forest Green Rovers FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 06 Aug | Portsmouth FC | A | 0–0 | D |
Key Stats
29%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (7 games)
H2H (7 games)
43%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' Cambridge United FC have kicked off against Lincoln City FC. Both sides are eager to make an early statement.
- 5' The energy levels are beginning to show. Mark Bonner might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 10' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 15' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 20' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both Cambridge United FC and Lincoln City FC are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 24' Goal! Joe Ironside scores his 19 goal in 10 matches.
- 27' The deadlock is broken! Joe Ironside gets on the scoresheet on 27 minutes.
- 32' It looks like no one’s ball. Lincoln City FC is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 37' We miss some good tackles and strikes. Is there anyone on the field to put the game back to action?
- 42' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for George Williams suffering a number of foals already.
- 46' Lincoln City FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Matthew Virtue-Thick is hanging Lasse Sorensen on the field on 46 minute.
- 51' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 56' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Cambridge United FC and Lincoln City FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 61' Timothy Eyoma is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Cambridge United FC tonight.
- 64' Lincoln City FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Charles Vernam is hanging Teddy Bishop on the field on 64 minute.
- 66' The crowd applauds Adam May as he leaves the pitch. Liam O'Neil steps in for Cambridge United FC.
- 71' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 74' The supporters are chanting for Jack Lankester. He replaces Harvey Knibbs on 74 minute.
- 79' Cambridge United FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Lincoln City FC backline.
- 84' Cambridge United FC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 86' Paudie O'Connor has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Yellow card on 86.
- 87' Saikou Janneh is ready to make an impact after coming on for Sam Smith at the 87 minute mark.
- 88' The whistle greets Paul Digby as he departs to be replaced by Greg Taylor.
- The points are shared — Cambridge United FC 2-0 Lincoln City FC. Honours even.
Lineups
Cambridge United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 2
-
10
Sam Smith ↓ Saikou Janneh 87'
- 1
- 11
-
4
Paul Digby ↓ Greg Taylor 88'
- 6
-
19
Adam May ↓ Liam O'Neil 66'
- 9
-
26
Harvey Knibbs ↓ Jack Lankester 74'
-
18
Shilow Tracey ↓ James Brophy 66'
- 15
Bench
-
17
Saikou Janneh ↑ 87'
-
7
James Brophy ↑ 66'
-
14
Jack Lankester ↑ 74'
- 20
-
5
Greg Taylor ↑ 88'
-
8
Liam O'Neil ↑ 66'
- 25
Coach
Mark Bonner
Lincoln City FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 21
- 27
-
10
Teddy Bishop ↓ Charles Vernam 64'
- 15
- 9
-
22
Timothy Eyoma ↓ Joe Walsh 46'
- 2
- 18
- 8
- 24
- 1
Bench
-
16
Joe Walsh ↑ 46'
-
7
Charles Vernam ↑ 64'
-
26
Matthew Virtue-Thick ↑ 46'
- 17
- 20
- 37
- 29
Coach
Mark Kennedy
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Joe Ironside | 3 |
| Jack Moylan | 2 |
| Hakeeb Adelakun | 2 |
| Freddie Draper | 2 |
| Tony Scully | 2 |
| Dylan Duffy | 2 |
| Joe Taylor | 2 |
| TJ Eyoma | 1 |
Head to Head
Cambridge United FC Form
2022-09-03
Cambridge United FC
2–0
Lincoln City FC
W
2022-08-27
Cambridge United FC
4–3
Burton Albion FC
W
2022-08-20
Charlton Athletic FC
1–1
Cambridge United FC
D
2022-08-16
Portsmouth FC
4–1
Cambridge United FC
L
2022-08-13
Cambridge United FC
2–1
Exeter City FC
W
2022-08-06
Oxford United FC
1–0
Cambridge United FC
L
Lincoln City FC Form
2022-09-03
Cambridge United FC
2–0
Lincoln City FC
L
2022-08-27
Lincoln City FC
2–2
Fleetwood Town FC
D
2022-08-20
Peterborough United FC
4–0
Lincoln City FC
L
2022-08-16
Oxford United FC
1–2
Lincoln City FC
W
2022-08-13
Lincoln City FC
1–1
Forest Green Rovers FC
D
2022-08-06
Portsmouth FC
0–0
Lincoln City FC
D
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
1 / 4
1.7
Cambridge United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.31
Lincoln City FC xG
I would bet for:
Both teams to score 60% + Over 2.5 goals 57%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Cambridge United FC win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 3.01
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 93% |
|
7% |
| ± 1.5 | 80% |
|
20% |
| ± 2.5 | 57% |
|
43% |
| ± 3.5 | 35% |
|
65% |
| ± 4.5 | 19% |
|
81% |
Double Chance
Cambridge United FC or Draw
73%
Draw or Lincoln City FC
52%
Cambridge United FC or Lincoln City FC
75%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Cambridge United FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
11.9%
2 – 1
9%
1 – 0
7.6%
2 – 0
Actual
1 – 2
6.9%
0 – 0
6.7%
2 – 2
5.9%
0 – 1
5.6%
3 – 1
5.1%
0 – 2
4.2%
3 – 0
3.9%
3 – 2
3.4%
Asian Handicap — Cambridge United FC
| Handicap | Cambridge United FC covers | Push | Lincoln City FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 11% | — | 89% |
| -2 | 11% | 14% | 76% |
| -1.5 | 24% | — | 76% |
| -1 | 24% | 21% | 55% |
| -0.5 | 45% | — | 55% |
| +0.5 | 72% | — | 28% |
| +1 | 72% | 16% | 13% |
| +1.5 | 87% | — | 13% |
| +2 | 87% | 8% | 4% |
| +2.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
Clean Sheet
Cambridge United FC keeps clean sheet
28%
✗
Lincoln City FC keeps clean sheet
19%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.