LINCOLN, England (Jan. 22, 2026) (Interstat) — Lincoln City opened its League One campaign with a 2-1 victory over Burton Albion at LNER Stadium on Thursday, overcoming an early deficit.

Burton Albion struck first in the 35th minute through Jack Moylan. Lincoln’s response was immediate, with substitute Jake Beesley leveling the score just two minutes later. Moylan secured a brace for the home side with the decisive goal in the 55th minute.

The match concluded with three late yellow cards. The result defied a Interstat game simulator projection of a 1-1 draw. Lincoln City begins the season with a win, while Burton Albion starts with a loss.