Lincoln City vs Stockport County: match statistics
Lincoln City appears as the decisive favorite for this matchup, holding the top spot in the table and being in excellent form with five consecutive victories. The hosts are incredibly effective at their own stadium, winning 72% of their home matches with an average of 2.22 goals per game and an impressive goal difference of +25. Stockport County is experiencing a form crisis, losing three of their last five fixtures and picking up just 1.2 points per game during this period. The visitors struggle with away efficiency (29% of away matches without a goal, averaging only 1.24 goals), which puts them in a tough spot against Lincoln's solid defense (averaging 0.83 goals conceded at home). Taking all stats into consideration, Lincoln City's advantage is clear, although Stockport's experience and their 41% away win rate mean an upset cannot be completely ruled out.
Lincoln City vs Stockport County: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Lincoln City played against Stockport County in EFL League One (England). The game was played on March 14, 2026. Final score: 3:1.
Recent form
Lincoln City has 5 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses over its last five games, averaging 3.00 points per game. Stockport County has 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses, with 0.80 points per game.
Scoring records
Lincoln City scores 1.83 goals per game and allows 0.86. Stockport County scores 1.38 and allows 1.26. Games in this league average 2.61 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 47% of Lincoln City's games and 59% of Stockport County's. The Over 2.5 rates are 50% and 56%, compared with league averages of 52% for BTTS and 50% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Stockport County has the higher season xG average, 1.44 to 1.41 per game. Lincoln City takes 12.2 shots per game, while Stockport County takes 12.3.
First-half and second-half trends
Lincoln City leads at halftime in 67% of its games and scores 0.92 goals per game after halftime. Stockport County leads at halftime in 32% and scores 0.71 after halftime.
When the teams score
Lincoln City's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (15 goals). For Stockport County, it is minutes 76-90+ (12 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
League One games average 2.61 goals. Both teams score in 52% of games, and 50% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Lincoln City appears as the decisive favorite for this matchup, holding the top spot in the table and being in excellent form with five consecutive victories. The hosts are incredibly effective at their own stadium, winning 72% of their home matches with an average of 2.22 goals per game and an impressive goal difference of +25. Stockport County is experiencing a form crisis, losing three of their last five fixtures and picking up just 1.2 points per game during this period. The visitors struggle with away efficiency (29% of away matches without a goal, averaging only 1.24 goals), which puts them in a tough spot against Lincoln's solid defense (averaging 0.83 goals conceded at home). Taking all stats into consideration, Lincoln City's advantage is clear, although Stockport's experience and their 41% away win rate mean an upset cannot be completely ruled out.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Lincoln City | Stockport County | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 37% | 35% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.40 | 0.32 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Lincoln City is 275% better for: last-5 form.
3 pts / game - Lincoln City · 0.8 pts / game - Stockport County
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Lincoln City is 33% better for: goals scored per game.
1.83 goals / game - Lincoln City · 1.38 goals / game - Stockport County
Lincoln City is 47% better for: goals allowed per game.
0.86 goals / game - Lincoln City · 1.26 goals / game - Stockport County
Lincoln City scores in 86% of games (31 of 36 meczów), while Stockport County keeps a clean sheet in 26% (9 of 34 meczów).
Stockport County scores in 79% of games (27 of 34 meczów), while Lincoln City keeps a clean sheet in 42% (15 of 36 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Lincoln City
Over / Under - Stockport County
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Lincoln City is 60% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
2.25 pts / game - Lincoln City · 1.41 pts / game - Stockport County
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Lincoln City - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 67% of games and wins 64%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Stockport County - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 32% of games and wins 47%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.60 | 2.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 1.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 100% |
| No goal | 20% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +4 | +9 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 80% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -3 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (15 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (12 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): +4 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Lincoln City
Stockport County
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (League One).
Teams vs league
| Lincoln City | Liga | Stockport County | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 2.69 | 2.61 | • 2.65 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 47% | 52% | ▲ 59% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 50% | 50% | ▲ 56% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 42% | 27% | • 26% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 83% | 70% | ▲ 74% |
| Goal after half-time | • 81% | 80% | ▲ 85% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Lincoln City's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Stockport County. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Lincoln City vs Stockport County?
The EFL League One match finished Lincoln City 3:1 Stockport County. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Lincoln City vs Stockport County?
Lincoln City score 1.83 goals per game on average and Stockport County 1.38. The EFL League One average is 2.61 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 50% of games. Both teams score in 47% of Lincoln City's matches and 59% of Stockport County's.
What form are Lincoln City and Stockport County in?
Over the last 5 games Lincoln City have a 5-0-0 record (3.00 points per game) and Stockport County 1-1-3 (0.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Lincoln City vs Stockport County?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.