Lincoln City FC vs Northampton Town FC, League One 2023-24 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Lincoln City FC vs Northampton Town FC — League One at Sincil Bank Stadium.
- Lincoln City FC 46 games · 103 pts (2026/27)
- Northampton Town FC 46 games · 35 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Matthew Corlett (England)
- Assistant 1
- Assistant 2 David Harrison (England)
4 games this season
🟨 3.5/game
⚽ 11.3 goals/game
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Huddersfield Town AFC | 14 | 29 |
| 2 | Stockport County FC | 14 | 26 |
| 3 | Oxford United FC | 13 | 26 |
| 4 | Luton Town FC | 14 | 24 |
| 5 | Plymouth Argyle FC | 14 | 23 |
| 6 | Reading FC | 14 | 22 |
| 7 | Bradford City AFC | 13 | 22 |
| 8 | Cambridge United FC | 14 | 21 |
| 9 | Sheffield Wednesday FC | 13 | 20 |
| 10 | Leicester City FC | 13 | 19 |
| 11 | Mansfield Town FC | 13 | 19 |
| 12 | Milton Keynes Dons FC | 13 | 18 |
| 13 | Wycombe Wanderers FC | 13 | 18 |
| 14 | Leyton Orient FC | 13 | 17 |
| 15 | Burton Albion FC | 14 | 17 |
| 16 | Stevenage FC | 12 | 16 |
| 17 | Notts County FC | 12 | 14 |
| 18 | AFC Wimbledon | 13 | 13 |
| 19 | Blackpool FC | 12 | 12 |
| 20 | Doncaster Rovers FC | 13 | 12 |
| 21 | Wigan Athletic FC | 14 | 11 |
| 22 | Peterborough United FC | 13 | 10 |
| 23 | Barnsley FC | 12 | 9 |
| 24 | Bromley FC | 13 | 9 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Dec | Northampton Town FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 26 Dec | Bolton Wanderers FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 21 Dec | Derby County FC | A | 1–3 | L |
| 16 Dec | Reading FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 09 Dec | Wigan Athletic FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 28 Nov | Cambridge United FC | A | 3–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Dec | Lincoln City FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 26 Dec | Stevenage FC | A | 0–3 | L |
| 23 Dec | Oxford United FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 16 Dec | Carlisle United FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 09 Dec | Fleetwood Town FC | H | 3–0 | W |
| 02 Dec | Portsmouth FC | H | 0–3 | L |
Key Stats
56%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (9 games)
H2H (9 games)
78%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' Three points are at stake. Lincoln City FC host Northampton Town FC — let the battle begin!
- 5' Lincoln City FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Northampton Town FC backline.
- 10' Supporters expect more eagerness from TJ Eyoma, as he is very good at scoring at Sincil Bank Stadium with 3 goals in the last 3 games.
- 15' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 20' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Patrick Brough made 11 appearances and scored 2 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 25' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the card for William Hondermarck.
- 30' What a moment for Jon Guthrie! That strike on 30 puts his side firmly in control.
- 35' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- 40' Lincoln City FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Northampton Town FC's shape.
- 41' It’s gonna be a card for Ted Bishop.
- 45' The referee calls foul for Kieron Bowie. He receives a card.
- 50' 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 Sean Roughan suffering a number of foals already.
- 55' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Lincoln City FC and Northampton Town FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 58' The deadlock is broken! Kieron Bowie gets on the scoresheet on 58 minutes.
- 59' Jovon Makama gets the nod from Lincoln City FC. He replaces Jack Burroughs and will look to change the dynamic.
- 61' TJ Eyoma doubles the advantage! 1-2 and this game is slipping away from the opposition.
- 61' Akin Odimayo has so much to prove this time. He replaces Kieron Bowie on 61 minute.
- 66' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 71' A quiet spell here at Sincil Bank Stadium. Northampton Town FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 72' Another substitution for Lincoln City FC to replace Ethan Erhahon by Olamide Shodipo on 72 minute.
- 76' It’s gonna be a card for Paudie O'Connor.
- 79' Emmanuel Monthe has so much to prove this time. He replaces Jon Guthrie on 79 minute.
- 82' Another change for Northampton Town FC made on 82 minute. William Hondermarck leaves to be changed by Danny Hylton.
- 85' A change in the Lincoln City FC ranks — Lasse Sorensen exits the field as Dylan Duffy enters on 85.
- 90' A meaty challenge results in booking for Akin Odimayo on 90.
- With this win, Northampton Town FC is likely to improve its situation in the overall team standings.
Lineups
Lincoln City FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 21
-
2
Lasse Sorensen ↓ Dylan Duffy 85'
- 5
- 15
-
6
Ethan Erhahon ↓ Olamide Shodipo 72'
-
16
Jack Burroughs ↓ Jovon Makama 59'
- 11
- 1
- 23
- 22
- 10
Bench
-
30
Olamide Shodipo ↑ 72'
- 29
- 8
- 12
-
27
Jovon Makama ↑ 59'
-
17
Dylan Duffy ↑ 85'
- 25
Coach
Tom Shaw
Northampton Town FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
5
Jon Guthrie ↓ Emmanuel Monthe 79'
- 4
- 15
- 3
- 33
- 16
- 23
- 21
-
19
Kieron Bowie ↓ Akin Odimayo 61'
- 26
- 11
Bench
- 1
-
10
Danny Hylton ↑ 82'
-
12
Emmanuel Monthe ↑ 79'
-
22
Akin Odimayo ↑ 61'
- 35
- 20
- 27
Coach
Jon Brady
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Brennan Johnson | 2 |
| Tony Scully | 2 |
| Jon Guthrie | 1 |
| Tom Hopper | 1 |
| Kieron Bowie | 1 |
| Tom Hamer | 1 |
| Erik Ring | 1 |
| Conor McGrandles | 1 |
Head to Head
Lincoln City FC Form
2023-12-29
Lincoln City FC
1–2
Northampton Town FC
L
2023-12-26
Lincoln City FC
0–1
Bolton Wanderers FC
L
2023-12-21
Derby County FC
3–1
Lincoln City FC
L
2023-12-16
Lincoln City FC
1–1
Reading FC
D
2023-12-09
Wigan Athletic FC
0–0
Lincoln City FC
D
2023-11-28
Cambridge United FC
0–3
Lincoln City FC
W
Northampton Town FC Form
2023-12-29
Lincoln City FC
1–2
Northampton Town FC
W
2023-12-26
Stevenage FC
3–0
Northampton Town FC
L
2023-12-23
Northampton Town FC
2–1
Oxford United FC
W
2023-12-16
Carlisle United FC
2–2
Northampton Town FC
D
2023-12-09
Northampton Town FC
3–0
Fleetwood Town FC
W
2023-12-02
Northampton Town FC
0–3
Portsmouth FC
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.54
Lincoln City FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.24
Northampton Town FC xG
I would bet for:
Lincoln City FC or Northampton Town FC 72% + Both teams to score 56%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Northampton Town FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.78
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 92% |
|
8% |
| ± 1.5 | 77% |
|
23% |
| ± 2.5 | 52% |
|
48% |
| ± 3.5 | 31% |
|
69% |
| ± 4.5 | 16% |
|
84% |
Double Chance
Lincoln City FC or Draw
70%
Draw or Northampton Town FC
58%
Lincoln City FC or Northampton Town FC
72%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Northampton Town FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.7%
2 – 1
8.8%
1 – 0
8.6%
0 – 0
8.1%
2 – 0
7.2%
1 – 2
Actual
0 – 1
6.7%
2 – 2
5.5%
0 – 2
4.7%
3 – 1
4.5%
3 – 0
3.7%
1 – 3
2.9%
Asian Handicap — Lincoln City FC
| Handicap | Lincoln City FC covers | Push | Northampton Town FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 9% | — | 91% |
| -2 | 9% | 13% | 78% |
| -1.5 | 22% | — | 78% |
| -1 | 22% | 21% | 57% |
| -0.5 | 43% | — | 57% |
| +0.5 | 71% | — | 29% |
| +1 | 71% | 17% | 13% |
| +1.5 | 87% | — | 13% |
| +2 | 87% | 8% | 4% |
| +2.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
Clean Sheet
Lincoln City FC keeps clean sheet
30%
✓
Northampton Town FC keeps clean sheet
22%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.