Lincoln lineup vs Birmingham

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Lincoln's expected lineup vs Birmingham, Sat 31 Oct, based on the XI they have started most this season (starts from 15 matches): Wickens (13); Elerewe (13), Reach (12), Towler (9), Bradley (8); McGrandles (12), House (11), Jefferies (10), Varfolomeev (8), Hackett (8); Draper (11). No fan has predicted this match yet. Last updated after the Burnley match on 24 Oct.

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Lincoln predicted lineup vs Birmingham

MOST USED XI

Lincoln's expected lineup at home to Birmingham in the CHA is built from the XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 15 official matches: Wickens in goal, a back four of Elerewe, Reach, Towler and Bradley, and Draper leading the line. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now, and this XI updates as they land.

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  • Most-used shape: 4-2-3-1 in 20 of the last 30 matches.
  • Based on starts across 15 official matches this season.

Expected XI derived from official lineups we hold for Lincoln, not from a team sheet. Official lineups are released 20 to 60 minutes before kick-off.

Lincoln are 15th in the CHA on 15 points from 12 games. They have W1 D1 L3 in their last five.

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4-2-3-1most-used · 20 of last 30
4-2-3-1
67%
3-4-2-1
20%
4-4-2
7%
5-3-2
3%

Most Common Lincoln Starting XI

Based on 15 official matches this season

The 11 players with the most starts across all official lineups this season.

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What is Lincoln's expected lineup?
Lincoln's expected lineup at home to Birmingham in the CHA is built from the XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 15 official matches: Wickens in goal, a back four of Elerewe, Reach, Towler and Bradley, and Draper leading the line. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now, and this XI updates as they land. Full XI (4-2-3-1): Wickens, Elerewe, Reach, Towler, Bradley, McGrandles, House, Jefferies, Varfolomeev, Hackett, Draper.
Who started Lincoln's last match?
Lincoln's starting XI on 24 Oct 2026 in the Championship (4-2-3-1): G. Wickens, A. Coubiș, S. Bradley, D. Elerewe, A. Reach, C. McGrandles, Y. Konak, R. Hackett, B. House, D. Jefferies, M. Ladefoged.
What was Lincoln's last result?
Lincoln beat Burnley 4–1 on 24 Oct 2026.
When did Lincoln last win?
Lincoln last won on 24 Oct 2026, beating Burnley 4–1.
Who takes penalties for Lincoln?
R. Hackett has taken the most penalties for Lincoln this season, scoring 2 of 2.
Who has made the most starts for Lincoln this season?
G. Wickens leads with 13 starts for Lincoln across all competitions this season.
What formation does Lincoln use most often?
Lincoln have used a 4-2-3-1 in 6 of their 14 matches this season.
Which Lincoln goalkeeper has started the most this season?
George Wickens has made the most starts as goalkeeper for Lincoln this season, starting 13 matches.
Which Lincoln defender has started the most this season?
Deji Elerewe has made the most starts as defender for Lincoln this season, starting 13 matches.
Which Lincoln midfielder has started the most this season?
Conor McGrandles has made the most starts as midfielder for Lincoln this season, starting 12 matches.
Which Lincoln forward has started the most this season?
Freddie Draper has made the most starts as forward for Lincoln this season, starting 11 matches.
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2024-25League One11th61
2023-24League One7th74
2022-23League One11th62
2021-22League One17th52
2020-21League One5th77
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