Lincoln City's victory was secured with goals from Rob Street and Dom Jefferies. The win moved Lincoln City to the top of the League One table, surpassing Cardiff City. This was Cardiff City's first home league defeat since September.
' Lincoln City goalkeeper George Wickens made excellent saves in the first half against shots from Ollie Tanner and Rubin Colwill. Cardiff City had 78% possession but only three shots on target. Cardiff City was without striker Yousef Salech and full-back Perry Ng, who fell ill on match day.
The match was halted for over three minutes after Rob Street's goal due to an allegation of racist abuse from the crowd towards Lincoln City captain Tendayi Darikwa. Referee Tom Reeves informed both managers of the allegation and will submit an official report to the Football Association. Lincoln City manager Michael Skubala said, 'There is no place at all for it in the game – from fans, players or anyone.
' Tendayi Darikwa was willing to continue playing after the alleged incident. Major_media reports that Lincoln City now has a 10-point lead in the automatic promotion spots with a game in hand. The specific racist comments allegedly made towards Tendayi Darikwa, and by whom, have not been disclosed.
What action the Football Association will take regarding the alleged racist abuse incident remains unclear.