Barnsley vs Lincoln City Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Barnsley vs Lincoln City Prediction: 2-2

Barnsley vs Lincoln City in the England League 1 is scheduled for an 19:45 GMT kick-off on Monday December 29, 2025. Our forecast favors a 2-2 draw, with both sides expected to find the net, making BTTS a highly probable scenario.

This Barnsley vs Lincoln City prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Barnsley's Last Match – Barnsley vs Mansfield

Barnsley will be looking to bounce back after a 2-3 England League 1 defeat against Mansfield on December 26. In that match, Barnsley had 60% possession and 6 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Barnsley	60%	0 (6)	0.78	44
Mansfield	40%	0 (3)	2.03	26

Lincoln City's Last Match – Stockport vs Lincoln City

Lincoln City will aim to maintain their momentum following a 2-1 England League 1 triumph against Stockport on December 26. In that match, Lincoln City recorded 48% possession, firing 6 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Stockport	52%	0 (3)	1.51	48
Lincoln City	48%	0 (6)	1.79	73

Barnsley vs Lincoln City Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Barnsley are averaging 1.5 goals scored and 2.0 conceded per match, while Lincoln City average 1.6 scored and 1.4 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Barnsley to win: @2.7

Draw: @3.25

Lincoln City to win: @2.55

Over 2.5 Goals: @1.825

Barnsley Fixtures

Lincoln City Fixtures