Lincoln City vs Burton Albion Prediction & Betting Tips - League One
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by Ian John | in League One Predictions
Our next match prediction takes in a key League One contest with implications at the top and bottom of the table. Lincoln face Burton Albion at the LNER Stadium with the Imps riding high in the table and in the middle of a fine unbeaten run. The Brewers' form is far less impressive, which makes this a very tricky trip for the midlands-based team. What do we feel is the best bet to back in this match?
Just how difficult the task is for Burton is emphasised by the league table. Lincoln currently lie second with 49 points from 26 games, six behind Cardiff who are top, but three ahead of Bradford in third. In contrast, Burton occupy 19th spot with 30 points from 25 games, just one point clear of the bottom four.
Lincoln's recent form under Michael Skubala is outstanding. They are unbeaten in eight games in all competitions, winning five, drawing three. That includes a 1-1 draw at home to Huddersfield on New Year's Day, followed by a 5-2 home win over Peterborough and then at the weekend, they earned a 2-2 draw away to Luton Town.
Burton's recent results since the turn of the year are not as solid, but have improved. They began the year losing 2-0 to Reading and 3-0 to Plymouth, both away from home. A home game with Doncaster was postponed, but they did beat Boreham Wood 5-0 away in the FA Cup Third Round and at the weekend, beat Huddersfield 3--1 at home.
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Lincoln City v Burton Albion Best Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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1.55 | 4.1 | 5.8 |
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1.54 | 4.05 | 5.88 |
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1.54 | 4.05 | 5.88 |
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1.51 | 3.9 | 6 |
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1.49 | 4 | 6 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Lincoln City and Burton Albion?
Our prediction for the Lincoln City vs Burton Albion match is: Lincoln City wins.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 22/01/2026 between Lincoln City and Burton Albion in League One :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 60.41% for a win of Lincoln City against Burton Albion with odds of 1.55 at Stake.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Lincoln City vs Burton Albion is 16.45% with odds of 4.1 at Stake.
- Our prediction model gives a 23.14% chance ⭐ for a win of Burton Albion vs Lincoln City with odds of 6.5 at LSbet.
Lincoln City - Burton Albion Prediction and Best Odds:
| Lincoln City Burton Albion Prediction | Probability | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln City wins | 60.41% | 1.55 at Stake |
| Over 2.5 goals | 53.5% | 2.03 at Tonybet |
| Both Team To Score: No | 51.67% | |
| Half-time / Full-time : Lincoln City/Lincoln City | 29.85% | 2.38 at Bet365 |
Lincoln City vs Burton Albion Form
Lincoln City and Burton Albion'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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17
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54 | 46 | 13 | 15 | 18 | -10 |
Lincoln City and Burton Albion Last Matches
4/6 (67%)
2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
17 Jan 2026 - League One
4 Jan 2026 - League One
1 Jan 2026 - League One
29 Dec 2025 - League One
26 Dec 2025 - League One
20 Dec 2025 - League One
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
4 Jan 2026 - League One
1 Jan 2026 - League One
20 Dec 2025 - League One
9 Dec 2025 - League One
2 Dec 2025 - EFL Trophy
29 Nov 2025 - League One
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
17 Jan 2026 - League One
29 Dec 2025 - League One
26 Dec 2025 - League One
13 Dec 2025 - League One
22 Nov 2025 - League One
11 Nov 2025 - EFL Trophy
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
17 Jan 2026 - League One
10 Jan 2026 - FA Cup
4 Jan 2026 - League One
1 Jan 2026 - League One
29 Dec 2025 - League One
26 Dec 2025 - League One
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
17 Jan 2026 - League One
29 Dec 2025 - League One
26 Dec 2025 - League One
13 Dec 2025 - League One
29 Nov 2025 - League One
15 Nov 2025 - League One
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
10 Jan 2026 - FA Cup
4 Jan 2026 - League One
1 Jan 2026 - League One
20 Dec 2025 - League One
8 Dec 2025 - FA Cup
2 Dec 2025 - League One
Lincoln City vs Burton Albion Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
80 %
0 %
20 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
13 Sept 2025 - League One
26 Aug 2025 - Carabao Cup
22 Feb 2025 - League One
10 Aug 2024 - League One
3 Feb 2024 - League One
Players list
G. Wickens
DefenderT. Darikwa
S. Bradley
T. Hamer
MidfielderV. Oleksandrovych
J. Moylan
A. Reach
C. McGrandles
ForwardR. Street
F. Draper
R. Hackett-Fairchild
B. Collins
DefenderD. Williams
T. Sibbick
T. Vancooten
J. Armer
U. Godwin-Malife
MidfielderK. Chauke
ForwardK. Adom
J. Beesley
J. Larsson
K. Lofthouse
Substitutes
Z. Jeacock
DefenderL. Montsma
MidfielderR. Towler
A. Lloyd
G. Okewoye
D. Jefferies
E. Ring
K. Dudek
DefenderS. Revan
N. Akoto
MidfielderT. Kalinauskas
S. Krubally
F. Tavares
Z. Scutt
Most goals and assists
Lincoln City
Burton Albion
J. Moylan
(11 Goals)
J. Beesley
(13 Goals)
Lincoln City - Burton Albion Key Points
- Lincoln City are unbeaten in their last eight games in all competitions, winning five.
- Burton have won just one of their last four league games, and that win came at home.
- Lincoln average two goals at home in the league this season, Burton average one away goal per game in the league.
- Lincoln have won four of the last five games between the two teams, including two 1-0 wins at Burton this season in the league and League Cup.
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Our Lincoln City vs Burton Albion Prediction
Our prediction for the Lincoln City vs. Burton Albion League One match is: Lincoln City wins.
A quick glance at the data for this game reveals that picking Lincoln to land the win was a relatively straightforward option. The Imps are in great form at present, and their home form has been especially impressive, with just one loss in 13 league games at home (9 wins, 3 draws). Burton have not won any of their last four away from home, picking up just one point from those games. Thus a Lincoln win is the bet to back.
Last Minute: Pre-match odds analysis Lincoln City Burton Albion
| Lincoln City vs Burton Albion | Opening odds | Pre-match odds | Odds Movements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln City wins | 1.58 | 1.55 | -1.9% |
| Draw | 4.1 | 4.1 | 0% |
| Burton Albion wins | 5.6 | 6.5 | +16.1% |
After kick-off, the latest odds movements show that:
- Lincoln City is most likely to win
- The odds for this bet have decreased by 1.9% since opening
- The probability of this result was 63.3% and is now 64.5% (1.2%)
All tips are fully researched and given in good faith, but profits cannot be guaranteed.
