0 : 1
  • 18 October 2025, Cardiff City vs Reading, 2-1, Lose
  • 11 October 2025, Exeter City vs Reading, 1-1, Draw
  • 04 October 2025, Reading vs Mansfield Town, 1-1, Draw
  • 27 September 2025, Stockport County vs Reading, 1-1, Draw
  • 20 September 2025, Reading vs Leyton Orient, 2-1, Win
Reading
Home
  • 18 October 2025, Lincoln City vs Stevenage, 1-0, Win
  • 04 October 2025, Lincoln City vs Exeter City, 0-1, Lose
  • 27 September 2025, Peterborough United vs Lincoln City, 0-3, Win
  • 20 September 2025, Lincoln City vs Luton Town, 3-1, Win
  • 13 September 2025, Burton Albion vs Lincoln City, 0-1, Win
Lincoln City
Away
League One
League One, England

In an intensely contested League One encounter, Lincoln City secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Reading. The game's only goal came in the second half, highlighting Lincoln's persistence and ability to capitalize on limited opportunities. Although Reading had zero shots on target, Lincoln's defensive discipline played a crucial role in stifling their efforts. Despite being aggressive in defense, Lincoln managed to avoid any dismissal, effectively containing Reading's attacking threats.

The match was fraught with disciplinary issues, with both teams receiving four yellow cards each. However, Lincoln's ability to maintain composure despite multiple cautions was pivotal in seeing the match through without conceding penalties or reducing their playing strength due to expulsions. The control in retaining all their players on the pitch was instrumental as the game wore on, especially given the fraught nature of their tactics.

Set-pieces proved decisive for Lincoln, who won nine corner kicks compared to Reading's three. This disparity outlined their dominance in creating goal-scoring chances from dead balls, ultimately leading to the solitary goal that decided the match. Meanwhile, the home side struggled to transition from defense to offense, underlined by their zero offsides compared to Lincoln's five, indicating a lack of forward aggression or movement.

In summary, Lincoln's disciplined but assertive approach, alongside superior set-piece strategy, were critical in securing victory. Reading's inability to convert their limited attacking play into meaningful threats further emphasized Lincoln's strategic upper hand. The visiting side's strategic balance and execution underlined their efficiency in securing three critical points.

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Form Guide

Lose2-1Cardiff City vs Reading
Draw1-1Exeter City vs Reading
Draw1-1Reading vs Mansfield Town
Draw1-1Stockport County vs Reading
Win2-1Reading vs Leyton Orient
PLAYED
5
WINS
1
GOALS
6:6
GOALS / MATCH
1.2
  • Reading has won only one out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 6:6, scoring 1.2 goals average
Win1-0Lincoln City vs Stevenage
Lose0-1Lincoln City vs Exeter City
Win0-3Peterborough United vs Lincoln City
Win3-1Lincoln City vs Luton Town
Win0-1Burton Albion vs Lincoln City
PLAYED
5
WINS
4
GOALS
8:2
GOALS / MATCH
1.6
  • Lincoln City has four wins in its last five matches with a goal difference of 8:2, scoring 1.6 goals average

Reading H2H Lincoln City

Away gameReading02Lincoln CityHome gameLeague One
Home gameReading01Lincoln CityAway gameLeague One
Away gameReading02Lincoln CityHome gameLeague One
Home gameReading11Lincoln CityAway gameLeague One
Away gameReading11Lincoln CityHome gameLeague One
PLAYED
5
WINS
0
GOALS
2:7
GOALS / MATCH
0.40
  • Reading lost three times in head-to-head matches
  • Teams played five times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 2:7; average goals per match – 0.40
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