Lincoln City FC vs Blackpool FC, League One 2024-25 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Lincoln City FC vs Blackpool FC — League One at LNER Stadium.
- Lincoln City FC 46 games · 103 pts (2026/27)
- Blackpool FC 46 games · 60 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Jeremy Simpson
- Assistant 1 Gregory Read (England)
- Assistant 2 Hristo Karaivanov
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Jan | Blackpool FC | H | 0–2 | L |
| 25 Jan | Peterborough United FC | H | 5–1 | W |
| 18 Jan | Northampton Town FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 11 Jan | Birmingham City FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 04 Jan | Stevenage FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 01 Jan | Rotherham United FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Jan | Lincoln City FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 25 Jan | Exeter City FC | A | 3–1 | W |
| 18 Jan | Huddersfield Town AFC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 04 Jan | Wycombe Wanderers FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 01 Jan | Shrewsbury Town FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 29 Dec | Birmingham City FC | A | 0–0 | D |
Season Stats
| Lincoln City FC | Blackpool FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Position | #13 |
| 103 | Points | 60 |
| 46 | Played | 46 |
| 31 / 10 / 5 | W / D / L | 17 / 9 / 20 |
| 89 | Scored | 54 |
| 41 | Conceded | 65 |
| +48 | GD | -11 |
| 2.24 | PPG | 1.30 |
| 67% | Win % | 37% |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (10 games)
H2H (10 games)
60%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Lincoln City FC are 1st (103 pts). Blackpool FC are 13th (60 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' Here we go! The referee blows the whistle and Lincoln City FC launch into their encounter with Blackpool FC.
- 5' It is a cagey affair so far. Lincoln City FC in their trying to find a way past Blackpool FC's compact .
- 10' 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.
- 15' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 15 minutes.
- 20' The 29-year-old Jake Beesley has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 25' Lincoln City FC have won 382 goals from 318 games. They will be desperate to add to that tally today.
- 30' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Lincoln City FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 32' Clinical. Composed. Brilliant. Ashley Fletcher makes it 0-1.
- 37' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 40' James Collins is replacing Ben House for the Lincoln City FC side.
- 45' Over 45 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
- 50' Sean Roughan needs to be pretty careful with his discipline considering 0 Red cards this season.
- 52' Albie Morgan has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a card on 52.
- 57' GOAL! Oliver Casey scores on 57. Assisted by Elkan Baggott
- 62' Both teams are passing the ball around with high level of urgency. Blackpool FC needs to do something about it to get closer to the goal.
- 67' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Paudie O'Connor made 384 appearances and scored 8 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 72' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 77' Another change for Blackpool FC made on 77 minute. Robert Apter leaves to be changed by Jordan Lawrence-Gabriel.
- 81' Jake Beesley has so much to prove this time. He replaces Ashley Fletcher on 81 minute.
- 86' Elkan Baggott was booked on 86.
- 90' Blackpool FC player sees a card in front of him.
- 90' Josh Onomah has so much to prove this time. He replaces Tom Bloxham on 90 minute.
- Another three points for Blackpool FC.
Lineups
Lincoln City FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 14
- 2
- 5
- 15
- 8
- 6
-
18
Ben House ↓ James Collins 40'
- 23
- 31
- 16
- 34
Bench
- 7
-
25
James Collins ↑ 40'
- 11
- 21
- 4
- 12
- 27
Coach
Michael Skubala
Blackpool FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
11
Ashley Fletcher ↓ Jake Beesley 81'
- 8
- 3
- 20
- 10
- 12
-
14
Tom Bloxham ↓ Josh Onomah 90'
- 25
- 30
- 24
- 22
Bench
-
17
Josh Onomah ↑ 90'
- 16
- 1
- 15
-
18
Jake Beesley ↑ 81'
- 19
-
4
Jordan Lawrence-Gabriel ↑ 77'
Coach
Steve Bruce
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Oliver Casey | 2 |
| Demetri Mitchell | 2 |
| Jorge Grant | 2 |
| Lewis Montsma | 1 |
| Tom Hamer | 1 |
| Sullay Kaikai | 1 |
| Ashley Fletcher | 1 |
| Ellis Simms | 1 |
Head to Head
Lincoln City FC Form
2025-01-28
Lincoln City FC
0–2
Blackpool FC
L
2025-01-25
Lincoln City FC
5–1
Peterborough United FC
W
2025-01-18
Northampton Town FC
0–1
Lincoln City FC
W
2025-01-11
Birmingham City FC
2–1
Lincoln City FC
L
2025-01-04
Lincoln City FC
0–0
Stevenage FC
D
2025-01-01
Lincoln City FC
0–1
Rotherham United FC
L
Blackpool FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
0 / 4
1.76
Lincoln City FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.13
Blackpool FC xG
I would bet for:
Both teams to score 56%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Blackpool FC win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 2.89
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 93% |
|
7% |
| ± 1.5 | 78% |
|
22% |
| ± 2.5 | 54% |
|
46% |
| ± 3.5 | 33% |
|
67% |
| ± 4.5 | 17% |
|
83% |
Double Chance
Lincoln City FC or Draw
72%
Draw or Blackpool FC
55%
Lincoln City FC or Blackpool FC
73%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Blackpool FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12%
2 – 1
9.4%
1 – 0
9%
2 – 0
8.5%
0 – 0
7.4%
1 – 2
6%
3 – 1
5.5%
0 – 1
5.4%
2 – 2
5.3%
3 – 0
4.9%
0 – 2
Actual
3 – 2
3.2%
Asian Handicap — Lincoln City FC
| Handicap | Lincoln City FC covers | Push | Blackpool FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 13% | — | 87% |
| -2 | 13% | 16% | 72% |
| -1.5 | 28% | — | 72% |
| -1 | 28% | 22% | 49% |
| -0.5 | 51% | — | 49% |
| +0.5 | 77% | — | 23% |
| +1 | 77% | 14% | 9% |
| +1.5 | 91% | — | 9% |
| +2 | 91% | 6% | 3% |
| +2.5 | 97% | — | 3% |
Clean Sheet
Lincoln City FC keeps clean sheet
33%
✓
Blackpool FC keeps clean sheet
18%
✗
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.