Lincoln City vs Burton Albion: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 January

Betiball's prediction for Lincoln City vs Burton Albion on 22 January 2026 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Lincoln City vs Burton Albion preview before placing your bet.

Lincoln City vs Burton Albion: Starting Lineups Time : 22/01/2026 16:00

Lincoln City
2 - 1
Finished
Burton Albion
90' event Tendayi Darikwa
89' event Alfie Lloyd
85' event Tom Hamer
84' event Alfie Lloyd / Robert Street
78' event Ryley Towler / Reeco Hackett-Fairchild
78' event Dom Jefferies / Jack Moylan
55' event Jack Moylan
35' event Jack Moylan
event 88' Tomas Kalinauskas / Toby Sibbick
event 80' Fabio Tavares / Kain Adom
event 70' Sebastian Revan / Julian Larsson
event 37' Jake Beesley
90' event Tendayi Darikwa
event 88' Tomas Kalinauskas / Toby Sibbick
89' event Alfie Lloyd
event 80' Fabio Tavares / Kain Adom
85' event Tom Hamer
event 70' Sebastian Revan / Julian Larsson
84' event Alfie Lloyd / Robert Street
event 37' Jake Beesley
78' event Ryley Towler / Reeco Hackett-Fairchild
78' event Dom Jefferies / Jack Moylan
55' event Jack Moylan
35' event Jack Moylan
Lincoln City Lincoln City
Substitutions
#6 Ryley Towler
#19 Alfie Lloyd
#16 Dom Jefferies
#4 Lewis Montsma
#12 Erik Ring
#13 Zach Jeacock
#37 Gbolahan Okewoye
Lincoln City Lincoln City Burton Albion Burton Albion
10Shots8
4Shots on Goal2
18Fouls9
2Corner Kick5
9Free kick18
1Offside0
3Yellow card0
40Aerial38
1Save2
8Successful Tackles10
10Interceptions9
18Long pass13
1Assist1
3Successful center7
5Shots off goal3
20Head Success19
1Blocked3
8Tackle10
4Dribbles6
31Throw-in23
327Passes379
93Attacks87
31Dangerous attacks65
1Corner Kicks(HT)3
3BigChances1
2BigChancesMissed0
5ShotsInsideBox6
5ShotsOutsideBox2
47DuelsWon57
1.18ExpectedGoals0.94
1.18xGNonPenalty0.94
20Touches In Opposition Box15
10AccurateCrosses36
26GroundDuelsWon39
21AerialDuelsWon18
37Clearances32
Burton Albion Burton Albion
Substitutions
#37 Tomas Kalinauskas
#23 Sebastian Revan
#11 Fabio Tavares
#14 Nick Akoto
#27 Kamil Dudek
#41 Sulyman Krubally
#56 Zac Scutt
Commentary
90' Tendayi Darikwa - Lincoln City receive a yellow card
89' Alfie Lloyd - Lincoln City receive a yellow card
88' Burton Albion — substitution: Tomas Kalinauskas / Toby Sibbick
85' Tom Hamer - Lincoln City receive a yellow card
84' Lincoln City — substitution: Alfie Lloyd / Robert Street
80' Burton Albion — substitution: Fabio Tavares / Kain Adom
78' Lincoln City — substitution: Ryley Towler / Reeco Hackett-Fairchild
78' Lincoln City — substitution: Dom Jefferies / Jack Moylan
70' Burton Albion — substitution: Sebastian Revan / Julian Larsson
55' Goal! Jack Moylan - Lincoln City
37' Goal! Jake Beesley - Burton Albion
35' Goal! Jack Moylan - Lincoln City

How We Build the Lincoln City vs Burton Albion Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Lincoln City vs Burton Albion on 22 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Lincoln City vs Burton Albion Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Lincoln City's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Burton Albion's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Lincoln City and Burton Albion sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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