League Cup
Blackpool vs Lincoln City
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 - 19:45 (UK Time)
Stadium: Bloomfield Road
Blackpool vs Lincoln City Prediction & Stats - League Cup 2026/27
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Blackpool vs Lincoln City carries real history into this round of the League Cup.
The two sides meet on 25/08 (Tuesday) at Bloomfield Road, 19:45 (UK time).
Read the Blackpool vs Lincoln City prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Blackpool vs Lincoln City
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Blackpool vs Lincoln City call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
BTTS - Yes
Last updated on 25-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Lincoln City the side to beat, with roughly 26% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all League Cup odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Blackpool Preview
Blackpool reach this fixture 1 match into their League Cup. Here is where The Seasiders stand:
In this competition
1 won, 0 drawn, 0 lost
3 points per game
3 scored, at 3 a game
1 conceded, at 1 a game
The Seasiders, season-wide
2 won, 1 drawn, 0 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Josh Bowler, 1 goals
Most assists: Bailey Peacock-Farrell, 1 assists
Recent results — Blackpool
22/08/2026 10:00
15/08/2026 10:00
08/08/2026 10:00
02/05/2026 10:00
25/04/2026 10:00
Lincoln City: how they are travelling
Lincoln City come in 1 matches into their League Cup.
Here is what The Imps have produced:
In this competition
1 won, 0 drawn, 0 lost
3 points per game
2 scored, at 2 a game
1 conceded, at 1 a game
The Imps, season-wide
1 won, 0 drawn, 2 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Ben House, 1 goals
Most assists: Freddie Draper, 1 assists
Recent results — The Imps
22/08/2026 07:30
15/08/2026 10:00
08/08/2026 10:00
02/05/2026 10:00
25/04/2026 10:00
The head-to-head
Over 11 recent meetings between Blackpool and Lincoln City:
Blackpool: 4 win(s)
Lincoln City: 4 win(s)
Drawn: 3
An even record like this keeps the Blackpool vs Lincoln City prediction genuinely open.
Form comparison Blackpool vs Lincoln City
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Blackpool
England - League Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
|
3 |
| Home |
|
0 |
| Away |
W
|
3 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 100% | 0% | 100% |
| Goals | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Scored | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Conceded | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 0% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0.24 | 0 | 1.24 |
|
xGA
|
0.86 | 0 | 1.86 |
Away Team
Lincoln City
England - League Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
|
3 |
| Home |
|
0 |
| Away |
W
|
3 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 100% | 0% | 100% |
| Goals | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scored | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Conceded | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 0% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0.43 | 0 | 1.43 |
|
xGA
|
0.14 | 0 | 1.14 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Blackpool to Win
It’s hard to see any outcome other than a Blackpool victory, making this our best betting tip.
They have been impressive throughout the season. Expect Blackpool to live up to expectations in this matchup.
👉 Prediction: Lincoln City win or Draw
We have strong confidence in Lincoln City’s ability to leave Bloomfield Road with at least a point, making them a smart pick on the Double Chance market.
Lincoln City has consistently put in solid away performances, while Blackpool’s form has been far from convincing. An outright win might be a big ask, but the added security in case of a draw makes this bet interesting.
Fixture information - Blackpool vs Lincoln City
Match: Blackpool vs Lincoln City
Competition: League Cup
Date: Tuesday, 25/08/2026
Kick-off: 19:45 (UK time)
Venue: Bloomfield Road
More League Cup predictions
Explore the rest of our League Cup predictions and keep up with the analysis round by round.
Stats
The statistics for The Tangerines vs Lincoln City that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
3.5
League: 2.46
Both Teams to Score
100%
League: 54%
Over 1.5+
100%
League: 78%
Over 2.5+
100%
League: 41%
Cards
3
League: 3.32
Corners
10
League: 10.35
Home Team
Blackpool
England - League Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
|
3 |
| Home |
|
0 |
| Away |
W
|
3 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 100% | 0% | 100% |
| Goals | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Scored | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Conceded | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 0% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0.24 | 0 | 1.24 |
|
xGA
|
0.86 | 0 | 1.86 |
Away Team
Lincoln City
England - League Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
|
3 |
| Home |
|
0 |
| Away |
W
|
3 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 100% | 0% | 100% |
| Goals | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scored | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Conceded | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 0% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0.43 | 0 | 1.43 |
|
xGA
|
0.14 | 0 | 1.14 |
Corners
17 / Match
+89% Corners / Match
Blackpool received +89% more corners than Lincoln City in the League Cup
9 / Match
Grimsby Town
(4)(6)
Derby County
Cards
1 / Match
+100% Cards / Match
Lincoln City received +100% more cards than Blackpool in the League Cup
2 / Match
Grimsby Town
(1)(2)
Derby County
Goals Scored
3 / Match
+50%
Blackpool is +50% better in terms of goals scored
2 / Match
Grimsby Town
(3)(2)
Derby County
Goals Conceded
1 / Match
+0%
Both Teams are equal in terms of goals conceded
1 / Match
Grimsby Town
(1)(1)
Derby County
League Cup Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Luton Town
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 2 |
Sheffield United
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 3 |
Wolverhampton
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 4 |
Norwich City
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 5 |
West Bromwich Albion
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 6 |
Bradford City
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| 7 |
Leyton Orient
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| 8 |
Southampton
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| 9 |
Stoke City
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| 10 |
Blackpool
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| 11 |
Charlton Athletic
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| 12 |
West Ham
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| 13 |
Birmingham City
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 14 |
Fleetwood Town
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 15 |
Leicester
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 16 |
Middlesbrough
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 17 |
Peterborough United
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 18 |
Sheffield Wednesday
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 19 |
Walsall
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 20 |
Watford
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 21 |
Blackburn Rovers
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 22 |
Cambridge United
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 23 |
Crawley Town
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 24 |
Crewe Alexandra
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 25 |
Lincoln City
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 26 |
Stevenage
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 27 |
Cardiff City
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 28 |
AFC Wimbledon
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 29 |
Barnsley
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 30 |
Bromley
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 31 |
Burnley
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 32 |
Doncaster Rovers
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 33 |
Huddersfield Town
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 34 |
Millwall
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 35 |
Newport County
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 36 |
Notts County
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 37 |
Preston North End
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 38 |
Queens Park Rangers
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 39 |
Reading
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 40 |
Salford City
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 41 |
Shrewsbury Town
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 42 |
Stockport County
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 43 |
Wigan Athletic
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 44 |
Tranmere Rovers
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 45 |
Rochdale
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -2 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 46 |
Exeter City
|
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 47 |
Plymouth Argyle
|
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 48 |
Bolton Wanderers
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 49 |
Bristol City
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 50 |
Bristol Rovers
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 51 |
Chesterfield
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 52 |
Northampton Town
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 53 |
Swansea City
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 54 |
Wrexham
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 55 |
Accrington Stanley
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 56 |
Barnet
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 57 |
Burton Albion
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 58 |
Derby County
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 59 |
Wycombe Wanderers
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 60 |
Swindon Town
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 0 | 0 |
| 61 |
Colchester United
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 | 0 |
| 62 |
Oldham Athletic
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 | 0 |
| 63 |
Oxford United
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 | 0 |
| 64 |
York City
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 | 0 |
| 65 |
Cheltenham Town
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -2 | 0 | 0 |
| 66 |
Grimsby Town
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -2 | 0 | 0 |
| 67 |
Portsmouth
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -2 | 0 | 0 |
| 68 |
Gillingham
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -3 | 0 | 0 |
| 69 |
Mansfield Town
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -3 | 0 | 0 |
| 70 |
Port Vale
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -3 | 0 | 0 |
| 71 |
Milton Keynes Dons
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 0 | 0 |
| 72 |
Rotherham United
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 0 | 0 |
Odds
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