Lincoln vs Bolton: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Lincoln City prepare to host Bolton on February 14, 2026, with kick-off at 16:00, this ENGLAND: League One fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Lincoln City, currently 2nd in the standings with 61 points from 30 games, are close to the leaders with only 2 points separating them. They've earned 36 points from 15 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 12 goals scored.

Bolton, sitting 3rd with 55 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 18 points from 15 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 8 goals.

Recent meetings between Lincoln City and Bolton have favored Bolton, ending in a 1-1 draw. Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Plymouth, Lincoln City recorded a 4-1 victory while lining up in a 4-4-2 formation. Their starting XI featured Wickens, Reach, Bradley, Hamer, Darikwa, McGrandles, Varfolomeev, Street, Moylan, Hackett-Fairchild, Draper. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.

Bolton's last outing came against Barnsley, where they secured a 3-2 victory using a 4-4-2 system. Their starting XI featured Bonham, Johnston, Forino, Toal, Osei-Tutu, Dempsey, Erhahon, Blackett-Taylor, McAtee, Apter, Dalby. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.

Looking ahead, Lincoln City are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Lincoln City and Bolton are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Lincoln City's fixtures have averaged 3.3 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Bolton's games average 2 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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