Cardiff vs Lincoln City Prediction & Betting Tips - League One
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by Ian John | in League One Predictions
Arguably the biggest game of the League One season kicks off on Saturday lunchtime as the top two clash. Cardiff City face Lincoln City at the Cardiff City Stadium. With the Bluebirds and Imps well clear at the top of the table, both look set for promotion, but a win for either here could make a huge difference in their quest to finish top of the table. What is our prediction for the match?
The current League One table clearly shows how well both these teams are performing. Cardiff City are top of the table with 72 points from their 34 games played with a +32 goal difference. Lincoln City are second in the table, with 71 points from their 34 games, also with a +32 goal difference. Bolton lie a distant third in the table on 61 points from 35 games.
Cardiff's recent form had been excellent coming into this game. A 3-0 win at Rotherham was followed by 3-1 and 4-1 home wins over Luton and AFC Wimbledon. However, they then went down to a shocking 5-2 loss away to Plymouth, but last weekend bounced back with a 4-0 win at Doncaster Rovers.
Lincoln's recent form is even better. A 4-1 win away to Plymouth was followed by a 1-1 draw at home to Bolton and a 4-0 home win over Northampton. They then beat Mansfield 2-0 on the road and last weekend earned a 4-0 home win over Blackpool.
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Cardiff v Lincoln City Best Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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2.21 | 3.5 | 3.1 |
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2.26 | 3.32 | 3.09 |
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2.18 | 3.38 | 3.21 |
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2.15 | 3.4 | 3 |
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2.14 | 3.25 | 3.15 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Cardiff and Lincoln City?
Our prediction for the Cardiff vs Lincoln City match is: A Draw.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 07/03/2026 between Cardiff and Lincoln City in League One :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 36.89% for a win of Cardiff against Lincoln City with odds of 2.27 at Shangrila.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Cardiff vs Lincoln City is 17.22% with odds of 3.5 at Stake.
- Our prediction model gives a 45.89% chance ⭐ for a win of Lincoln City vs Cardiff with odds of 3.26 at 888Starz.
Cardiff - Lincoln City Prediction and Best Odds:
| Cardiff Lincoln City Prediction | Probability | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln City wins | 45.89% | 3.26 at 888Starz |
| Over 2.5 goals | 63.72% | 1.85 at Bet365 |
| Both Team To Score | 60.42% | |
| Half-time / Full-time: Lincoln City/Lincoln City | 19.13% | 5 at LSbet |
Cardiff vs Lincoln City Form
Cardiff and Lincoln City's standings in the League One
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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1
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103 | 46 | 31 | 10 | 5 | +48 |
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2
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91 | 46 | 27 | 10 | 9 | +40 |
Cardiff and Lincoln City Last Matches
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
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31 Jan 2026 - League One
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
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3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
28 Feb 2026 - League One
21 Feb 2026 - League One
7 Feb 2026 - League One
31 Jan 2026 - League One
17 Jan 2026 - League One
10 Jan 2026 - League One
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
28 Feb 2026 - League One
21 Feb 2026 - League One
17 Feb 2026 - League One
14 Feb 2026 - League One
7 Feb 2026 - League One
31 Jan 2026 - League One
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
28 Feb 2026 - League One
17 Feb 2026 - League One
14 Feb 2026 - League One
27 Jan 2026 - League One
22 Jan 2026 - League One
4 Jan 2026 - League One
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
21 Feb 2026 - League One
7 Feb 2026 - League One
31 Jan 2026 - League One
17 Jan 2026 - League One
29 Dec 2025 - League One
26 Dec 2025 - League One
Cardiff vs Lincoln City Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
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Average stats (last H2H results)
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Players list
N. Trott
DefenderJ. Bagan
G. Osho
W. Fish
R. Kpakio
MidfielderA. Robertson
J. Colwill
R. Wintle
R. Colwill
ForwardO. Tanner
O. Kellyman
G. Wickens
DefenderT. Darikwa
S. Bradley
T. Hamer
MidfielderR. Towler
V. Oleksandrovych
A. Reach
C. McGrandles
ForwardR. Street
R. Hackett-Fairchild
B. House
Substitutes
C. Scanlon
D. Lawlor
C. Chambers
MidfielderC. Ashford
C. Willock
C. Robinson
D. Turnbull
Z. Jeacock
DefenderD. Elerewe
MidfielderA. Lloyd
J. Moylan
D. Jefferies
T. Bayliss
R. One
Most goals and assists
Cardiff
Lincoln City
Y. Salech
(14 Goals)
J. Moylan
(11 Goals)
Cardiff - Lincoln City Key Points
- Cardiff have lost two of their last 20 league games (D4, W14)
- Lincoln are unbeaten in their last 17 league games (W13, D4).
- Cardiff are unbeaten in their last 12 home games, scoring in every match.
- Lincoln have scored in all of their last 19 League One matches.
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Our Cardiff vs Lincoln City Prediction
Our prediction for the Cardiff City vs. Lincoln City League One match is: A Draw.
Both these teams have been by far and away the best and most consistent performers in League One this season and both look certainties for the two promotion spots as things stand. Both are in excellent form, especially Lincoln City who are on a long unbeaten run, however Cardiff City's home form is also outstanding which makes this a game neither team will want to lose. When that happens, a draw is always a good value option.
Last Minute: Pre-match odds analysis Cardiff Lincoln City
| Cardiff vs Lincoln City | Opening odds | Pre-match odds | Odds Movements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiff wins | 2.27 | 2.27 | 0% |
| Draw | 3.3 | 3.5 | +6.1% |
| Lincoln City wins | 3.05 | 3.26 | +6.9% |
After kick-off, the latest odds movements show that:
- Lincoln City is most likely to win
- The odds for this bet have increased by 6.9% since opening
- The probability of this result was 32.8% and is now 30.7% (-2.1%)
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