Sheffield United vs Lincoln City: match statistics
Sheffield United vs Lincoln City: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Sheffield United played against Lincoln City in Championship (England). The game was played on October 10, 2026. Venue: Bramall Lane. Final score: 3:0.
Recent form
Sheffield United has 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.20 points per game. Lincoln City has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, with 1.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Sheffield United scores 1.13 goals per game and allows 1.38. Lincoln City scores 0.88 and allows 1.00. Games in this league average 2.88 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 63% of Sheffield United's games and 50% of Lincoln City's. The Over 2.5 rates are 63% and 38%, compared with league averages of 69% for BTTS and 63% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Lincoln City has the higher season xG average, 1.31 to 1.02 per game. Sheffield United takes 8.3 shots per game, while Lincoln City takes 12.6.
First-half and second-half trends
Sheffield United leads at halftime in 13% of its games and scores 0.38 goals per game after halftime. Lincoln City leads at halftime in 25% and scores 0.50 after halftime.
When the teams score
Sheffield United's most productive scoring window is minutes 0-15 (3 goals). For Lincoln City, it is minutes 31-45+ (2 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Championship games average 2.88 goals. Both teams score in 69% of games, and 63% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
There is not enough head-to-head history for a meaningful comparison.
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 have won 3 of their 4 away matches, while Sheffield United have managed just one victory in 4 home games. The visitors have kept a clean sheet in 75% of their away fixtures and concede an average of 0.5 goals, while the hosts score an average of 1 goal at home and have failed to score in half of those matches. Recent form also favors Lincoln: they have taken 7 points from their last five games, compared with Sheffield's 3, and have conceded 8 goals. However, the visitors' advantage is not decisive: Lincoln's away xG is 1.02, compared with Sheffield's 1.03 at home, while the visitors' xG conceded of 1.99 suggests their defensive efficiency so far may be difficult to sustain. Nevertheless, Lincoln's away record and the hosts' goalscoring problems tip the balance slightly in the visitors' favor.
View the statistical overviewBTTS - will both teams score?
BTTS - No has a slight edge, as Lincoln City have kept a clean sheet in 75% of their matches, while Sheffield United score just 0.75 goals on average. Both teams scored in 25% of Lincoln’s matches, although the figure is 75% for Sheffield, so the data do not point to a clear outcome. The case for the hosts scoring is supported by an average xG of 1.60 and the fact that Lincoln allow opponents chances worth 1.99 xG per match. Meanwhile, the visitors score an average of 1.0 goals against a side that concede 1.5, so the most likely route to BTTS - No is Sheffield failing to score, rather than a goalless draw. This edge remains moderate, as both teams have averaged 0.8 goals per match over their last five games.
View BTTS statisticsOver/Under - goals analysis
The strongest pick is Under 3.5 goals: this line was not exceeded in any of the Lincoln City matches included in the analysis or in 75% of Sheffield United’s matches. Both teams have been modest scorers this season, averaging 0.75 goals for the home side and 1.00 for the visitors; over their last five matches, each has scored 0.8 goals per game. The xG data calls for some caution: Sheffield United average 1.60 xG, while Lincoln City allow opponents 1.99 xG, suggesting the hosts could be more clinical. Even so, 75% of Lincoln City’s matches finished Under 2.5 goals, and the projected total is 2.30 goals, giving Under 3.5 a clearer edge than the lower lines.
View Over/Under statisticsHT/FT - half-time and full-time scenario
The most likely outcome appears to be a draw at half-time followed by a Lincoln City win: the visitors were level at the break in 3 of the 4 matches covered and also won the second half in 3 of 4. Sheffield United were level at half-time in 3 of their last 5 matches, but lost the second half 4 times over that period and averaged just 0.2 goals after the break. Lincoln are also favoured by a 75% win rate compared with Sheffield’s lack of wins in the season data, and by an average of 2.25 points per match versus 0.5. However, the pick is not clear-cut, as the hosts average 1.60 xG compared with the visitors’ 1.02, while Lincoln concede an average of 1.99 xG per match. With these caveats, Lincoln’s stronger second-half results lend greater support to the X/2 scenario than to the visitors taking a lead at the break.
View first-half and second-half statisticsStats by half
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
| Sheffield United | Lincoln City | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 38% | 24% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.10 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.36 | 0.29 |
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 33% better for: last-5 form.
1.2 pts / game - Sheffield United · 1.6 pts / game - Lincoln City
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.
Sheffield United is 28% better for: goals scored per game.
1.13 goals / game - Sheffield United · 0.88 goals / game - Lincoln City
Lincoln City is 38% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.38 goals / game - Sheffield United · 1 goals / game - Lincoln City
Sheffield United scores in 63% of games (5 of 8 games), while Lincoln City keeps a clean sheet in 50% (4 of 8 games).
Lincoln City scores in 88% of games (7 of 8 games), while Sheffield United keeps a clean sheet in 25% (2 of 8 games).
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 - Sheffield United
Over / Under - Lincoln City
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 11% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.13 pts / game - Sheffield United · 1.25 pts / game - Lincoln City
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Sheffield United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 13% of games and wins 25%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Lincoln City - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 25% of games and wins 38%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 20% |
| No goal | 40% | 60% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 80% |
| No goal | 80% | 40% |
| Goal difference | 0 | +1 |
* 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 0-15 (3 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (3). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (2 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - 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
Sheffield United
Lincoln City
* 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 (Championship).
Teams vs league
| Sheffield United | Liga | Lincoln City | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.50 | 2.88 | ▼ 1.88 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 63% | 69% | ▼ 50% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 63% | 63% | ▼ 38% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 25% | 19% | ▲ 50% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 50% | 80% | ▼ 50% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 50% | 77% | ▲ 88% |
^ 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.
FAQ
What was the result of Sheffield United vs Lincoln City?
The Championship match finished Sheffield United 3:0 Lincoln City. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Sheffield United vs Lincoln City?
Sheffield United score 1.13 goals per game on average and Lincoln City 0.88. The Championship average is 2.88 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 63% of games. Both teams score in 63% of Sheffield United's matches and 50% of Lincoln City's.
What form are Sheffield United and Lincoln City in?
Over the last 5 games Sheffield United have a 2-0-3 record (1.20 points per game) and Lincoln City 2-2-1 (1.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Sheffield United vs Lincoln City?
The statistical background for Sheffield United vs Lincoln City — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.