Barnsley are eager to bounce back from their 3-2 Boxing Day defeat to Mansfield, a match in which defensive lapses again proved costly. With Lincoln showing signs of improvement up front, we predict a 2-2 draw. Conor Hourihane’s side have now lost three of their last four games, conceding 2.00 goals per match overall and 1.75 at home, which highlights their main weakness. On the positive side, Barnsley continue to carry attacking threat at Oakwell, averaging 2.50 goals scored and 1.51 expected goals at home. Defender Georgie Gent remains the only absentee, offering some stability in terms of squad continuity.
The Imps, on the other hand, arrive in strong form after a hard-fought 2-1 win over Stockport County, extending their points-per-game average to 1.90 across their last five outings. Their away numbers are respectable, with the Imps averaging 1.60 goals scored and 1.80 conceded, while maintaining a consistent expected goals profile of 1.50 on the road. Crucially, they report no new injuries, keeping their well-balanced lineup intact. H2H history favours Lincoln (5 wins from the last 10), and their current momentum further strengthens their case.
Considering that Barnsley games average 3.50 total goals, we are tempted to place our bets on Over 2.5 goals, with additional value on BTTS (50% H2H) and Lincoln or Draw.
This League 1 match will be played on Monday 29 December 2025 at 19:45.
What is our Barnsley vs Lincoln prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Barnsley 2 - 2 Lincoln
Barnsley vs Lincoln Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 2-2
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS): Yes
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals
- Goalscorer: Davis Keillor-Dunn @ 162 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 9.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
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View OfferBarnsley Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wlwll | 1.30 |
| Home | lwwl | 1.50 |
| Away | dlwll | 1.17 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.50 | 4.25 | 3.00 |
| Scored | 1.50 | 2.50 | 0.83 |
| Conceded | 2.00 | 1.75 | 2.17 |
| BTTS | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 25% | 17% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 25% | 33% |
| Expected Goals | 1.45 | 1.51 | 1.41 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.44 | 1.12 | 1.65 |
Lincoln Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lwdww | 1.90 |
| Home | wwlww | 2.40 |
| Away | lwldw | 1.40 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 80% | 40% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.00 | 2.60 | 3.40 |
| Scored | 1.60 | 1.60 | 1.60 |
| Conceded | 1.40 | 1.00 | 1.80 |
| BTTS | 60% | 60% | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Expected Goals | 1.46 | 1.43 | 1.50 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.49 | 1.50 | 1.48 |
Barnsley vs Lincoln Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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