Sparks will fly as Lincoln City and Notts County go draw swords in the first round of the EFL Trophy at Sincil Bank on Tuesday, 2 September 2025.
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Lincoln vs Notts County predictions: Hosts to reign supreme
Key stats
- Lincoln City are currently on a six-match unbeaten run.
- Eight of Notts County's last nine games produced goals at both ends.
- While Lincoln have opened the scoring in six consecutive matches, Notts County conceded first in six of their last eight games.
Correct score prediction: Lincoln 3-1 Notts County
Lincoln City won their last two encounters with Notts County and are unbeaten in their last six clashes (W4, D2). Interestingly, Lincoln's last three victories over Notts County were by a two-goal margin.
Moreover, Notts County managed only two wins in their last 11 games across all competitions, while Lincoln City have four wins and two draws in their last six matches.
Keeping in mind that Lincoln are a tier above their visitors in the English Football League, we believe that the hosts will earn a fairly comfortable victory.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Notts County are up against it
- HOME: 3/4 (1.75) – 57.1%
- DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- AWAY: 3/1 (4.00) – 25%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Ahead of this EFL Trophy skirmish, Lincoln City are the expected winners at 3/4 (1.75). Teams with these odds usually have a 57.1% probability of winning.
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Also, keeping in mind that both teams were on the scoresheet in eight of Notts County's last nine matches, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 5/6 (1.83). That one has a 54.5% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Lincoln have bragging rights
Lincoln have no losses in their last six skirmishes with Notts County and were victorious in the last two encounters between these sides.
England EFL Trophy 07/11/23
Lincoln City
Notts County
England EFL Cup 08/08/23
Notts County
Lincoln City
England League 2 02/02/19
Notts County
Lincoln City
England League 2 25/08/18
Lincoln City
Notts County
England League 2 13/01/18
Lincoln City
Notts County
Lincoln City preview: Looking to extend their unbeaten run
Lincoln City will look to continue their dominance over Notts County when both teams lock horns on Tuesday night. While the Imps are in good form going into this meeting, they have also gone unbeaten in their last six encounters with the visitors, giving them reason to believe they can keep their streak going.
With no new injuries, coach Michael Skubala could retain his starting XI from the EFL Cup win over Burton on 26 August, as giving squad players the opportunity to taste minutes is usual in non-league games.
Predicted lineup: Jeacock (GK), Darikwa, Hamer, Jackson, Towler, Bayliss, Varfolomieiev, Okoro, Okoronkwo, Ring & Street.
Last five matches
- Lincoln 1-1 Mansfield
- Burton 0-1 Lincoln
- Bolton 1-1 Lincoln
- Lincoln 3-2 Plymouth
- Harrogate 1-3 Lincoln
Notts County preview: No new absentees
After failing to make it out of their group in last season’s EFL Trophy campaign, Notts County will be eager to make amends this time, and starting well on Tuesday could be their stepping stone to achieving their desires.
The visitors come into this clash with no injury worries and are undefeated in their last three matches with two wins and a draw. This should give the Magpies the momentum needed to end their six-game winless run against Lincoln City.
Predicted lineup: Roos (GK), Aljofree, McDonald, Bedeau, Cotter, Iorpenda, Palmer, Bennetts, Jones, Grant & Traore.
Last five matches
- Tranmere 1-2 Notts County
- Notts County 2-2 Bromley
- Notts County 4-1 Shrewsbury
- Barrow 2-1 Notts County
- Wigan 1-0 Notts County
Player to watch: James Collins
James Collins has been in sensational form, scoring twice and providing two assists in his last six appearances for Lincoln. The former Cardiff City forward will fancy his chances against Notts County on Tuesday night.