Match Analysis
Pre-Match Analysis
Based on available data, this League Two match between Lincoln and Mansfield Town promises to be a tightly contested affair. Historically, Mansfield Town holds a slight edge in head-to-head encounters, but Lincoln's home advantage at Sincil Bank could be a deciding factor. Key players for Lincoln, such as J. Akinde and S. McCartan, will need to be closely marked, while Mansfield's attacking trio of C. Hamilton, D. Rose and T. Walker will look to exploit any defensive vulnerabilities. Prediction models suggest a slight favour towards Mansfield Town securing a draw or win, with a 45% chance for a draw and a 45% chance for Mansfield Town to win. A low-scoring match is anticipated, with under 2.5 goals likely.
First Half Analysis
The first half at Sincil Bank was a cagey affair between Lincoln and Mansfield, ending goalless. The referee, Gavin Ward, kept a tight leash on the game, handing out yellow cards to Lincoln's Tom Pett and Mansfield's Jacob Mellis around the half-hour mark, indicating a physical contest in midfield. Tactically, both teams seemed to prioritize defensive stability, limiting clear-cut chances for either side. While there were no goals to show for it, the intensity and commitment were evident, setting the stage for a potentially more open and decisive second half, especially considering Mansfield was forced to make an early substitution in the 52nd minute.
Second Half Analysis
The second half saw a flurry of late activity, ultimately resulting in a 1-1 draw. Early in the half, Mansfield Town made a substitution to try to change the game. However, the match remained scoreless until late, with Lincoln making a series of attacking substitutions after the 75th minute. This pressure paid off as K. Gordon scored for Lincoln in the 85th minute, seemingly securing a late victory. However, Mansfield Town responded with a late goal from J. Mellis in the 93rd minute, assisted by R. Sweeney, to level the score in injury time, after accumulating multiple yellow cards during the second half. This late drama reflected a shift in momentum as both teams pushed for a winning goal.
Post-Match Analysis
The League Two clash between Lincoln and Mansfield Town ended in a dramatic 1-1 draw, a result that sees both teams sharing the points in a closely contested match. The game exploded into life late on, with K. Gordon giving Lincoln the lead in the 85th minute, only for J. Mellis to equalize for Mansfield Town in the 93rd minute. The late drama underscores the resilience of Mansfield, while Lincoln will rue conceding a late goal. With yellow cards for T. Pett, J. Mellis, R. Sweeney and D. Rose the game was physical and evenly fought. Prior to the match, predictions favored a draw or a Mansfield Town win, aligning with the final outcome, and highlighted a potentially low-scoring affair which was also accurate. Coaches D. Cowley and D. Flitcroft tactically approached the game conservatively, as reflected by the flurry of substitutions in the later stages, ultimately resulting in a stalemate at Sincil Bank.
Lincoln
Mansfield Town
Lincoln
Starting XI
Substitutes
Mansfield Town
Starting XI
Substitutes
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Goal! Lincoln City 1, Mansfield Town 1. Jacob Mellis (Mansfield Town) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner.
Jacob Mellis Goal
Substitution, Mansfield Town. Timi Max Elsnik replaces Neal Bishop.
Timi Max Elsnik Substitution
Substitution, Mansfield Town. Craig Davies replaces Malvind Benning.
Craig Davies Substitution
Goal! Lincoln City 1, Mansfield Town 0. Kellan Gordon (Lincoln City) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom right corner. Assisted by Matt Green.
Kellan Gordon Goal
Substitution, Lincoln City. Matt Green replaces John Akinde.
Matthew Green Substitution
Substitution, Lincoln City. Matt Rhead replaces Shay McCartan.
Matthew Rhead Substitution
Substitution, Lincoln City. Kellan Gordon replaces Harry Anderson.
Kellan Gordon Substitution
Danny Rose (Mansfield Town) is shown the yellow card.
Danny Rose Yellow Card
Ryan Sweeney (Mansfield Town) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
Ryan Sweeney Yellow Card
Substitution, Mansfield Town. Otis Khan replaces Will Atkinson.
Otis Khan Substitution
Jacob Mellis (Mansfield Town) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
Jacob Mellis Yellow Card
Tom Pett (Lincoln City) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
Tom Pett Yellow Card
Match Prediction
Team Comparison
Lincoln
Last 5 Matches
Season Statistics
Mansfield Town
Last 5 Matches
Season Statistics
Recent Head to Head Matches
| Date | Competition | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-09-04 | EFL Trophy |
Lincoln
|
1 - 2 |
Mansfield Town
|
| 2018-03-06 | League Two |
Mansfield Town
|
1 - 1 |
Lincoln
|
| 2017-09-16 | League Two |
Lincoln
|
0 - 1 |
Mansfield Town
|
| 2017-08-29 | EFL Trophy |
Mansfield Town
|
1 - 3 |
Lincoln
|
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-03-06 |
Mansfield Town
|
1 - 1 |
Lincoln
|
League Two | View Match |
| 2019-03-18 |
Mansfield Town
|
1 - 1 |
Lincoln
|
League Two | View Match |
| 2017-08-29 |
Mansfield Town
|
1 - 3 |
Lincoln
|
EFL Trophy | View Match |
| 2012-12-12 |
Mansfield Town
|
2 - 1 |
Lincoln
|
FA Cup | View Match |
| 2012-10-09 |
Mansfield Town
|
0 - 0 |
Lincoln
|
National League | View Match |
| 2012-03-03 |
Mansfield Town
|
2 - 1 |
Lincoln
|
National League | View Match |
| 2020-10-06 |
Mansfield Town
|
1 - 3 |
Lincoln
|
EFL Trophy | View Match |
| 2025-02-18 |
Mansfield Town
|
0 - 3 |
Lincoln
|
League One | View Match |
| 2026-02-21 |
Mansfield Town
|
None - None |
Lincoln
|
League One | View Match |
| 2017-09-16 |
Lincoln
|
0 - 1 |
Mansfield Town
|
League Two | View Match |
| 2018-11-24 |
Lincoln
|
1 - 1 |
Mansfield Town
|
League Two | View Match |
| 2018-09-04 |
Lincoln
|
1 - 2 |
Mansfield Town
|
EFL Trophy | View Match |
| 2012-12-01 |
Lincoln
|
3 - 3 |
Mansfield Town
|
FA Cup | View Match |
| 2013-02-26 |
Lincoln
|
0 - 1 |
Mansfield Town
|
National League | View Match |
| 2011-10-18 |
Lincoln
|
1 - 1 |
Mansfield Town
|
National League | View Match |
| 2024-08-24 |
Lincoln
|
4 - 1 |
Mansfield Town
|
League One | View Match |
| 2025-08-30 |
Lincoln
|
1 - 1 |
Mansfield Town
|
League One | View Match |
Team Injuries
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Betting Odds
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