Lincoln vs Reading: Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips Predictions

Lincoln vs Reading: Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips

Match Details: August 2, 2025 | LNER Stadium | League One | 15:00 (BST)

Lincoln and Reading meet in opening week action in League One at the LNER Stadium, with our advanced algorithm predicting a Lincoln win. The home side come into the fixture, following a fantastic 4-2 victory over West Brom in pre-season.

Key Betting Tip: Lincoln to win at 0.90 odds (QuinnBet) represents superb value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters

Lincoln vs Reading Predicted Lineups

Lincoln Predicted XI: Wickens, Darikwa, Jackson, Bradley, House, Towler, Makama, McGrandles, Bayliss, Hackett, Collins,

Reading Predicted XI: Pereira, Abrefa, Elliot, O’Connor, Jacob, Garcia, Burns, O’Mahony, Savage, Wing, Ehibhatiomhan.

**Lincoln vs Reading Current League Standings **

Last season, both Lincoln and Reading slightly disappointed, with the team’s missing out on finishing in a playoff spot. Lincoln were placed in the middle of the pack, finishing in 11th place after a strong start to the season.

Their opponents, Reading, had a tough season, on and off the pitch, as they faced the prospect of administration. With their fate coming down to the final day, the Royals missed out on the playoffs with three points separating them and the team that finished in 6th spot, Leyton Orient.

Lincoln vs Reading Head-to-Head Timeline

With both teams competing in the EFL, Lincoln and Reading have met on a handful of occasions. Within their seven meetings, Lincoln come out as the victors with four wins. The last result between the sides was a 1-0 victory for Lincoln in April of this year.

Recent Head-to-Head Results: • July 2021: Reading 1-0 Lincoln

• December 2023: Lincoln 1-1 Reading

• April 2024: Reading 1-1 Lincoln

• December 2024: Lincoln 2-0 Reading

• April 2025: Reading 0-1 Lincoln

Lincoln vs Reading Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with confidence in a Lincoln victory. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Football Park’s Best Bet: Lincoln to Win @ 0.90 (QuinnBet) - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted a Lincoln win in this fixture. Their superior form and head-to-head record justify confidence in this selection.

Key Players to Watch: Lincoln vs Reading

James Collins (Lincoln): Last season’s top goal-scorer for Lincoln, Collins is an established striker in the third tier of English football, and after scoring 10 goals in his last campaign, the 34-year-old will look to build.

Lewis Wing (Reading): A creative midfielder, Wing is an outstanding player, having scored nine goals and assisted nine last season. Wing will be central to all attacks for Reading.

Lincoln vs Reading Match Facts

Stadium Information: Located in the south of Lincoln, the LNER Stadium holds a capacity of 8,500.