Lincoln

Lincoln City has secured promotion to the Championship for the first time since 1961, marking a historic milestone after a dominant season in League One.

Lincoln City is closing in on a return to the second tier for the first time since 1961, sitting top of League One with an 18-point cushion over third place and needing just four more points for promotion after a club-record 22-match unbeaten run.

Lincoln City defeated Cardiff City 2-0 in a League One match on March 7, 2026, moving to the top of the table. The match was halted due to an allegation of racist abuse from the crowd towards Lincoln City captain Tendayi Darikwa.