Lincoln City secured promotion to the Sky Bet Championship for the first time in 65 years with a dramatic 2-1 victory at Reading, extending their unbeaten run to 24 matches. Ryan One gave the visitors an early lead, finishing well to put Lincoln in control during the opening stages. Within moments of the restart, Jack Moylan struck to restore the visitors' lead, sealing a crucial win to confirm their promotion and maintain their remarkable unbeaten sequence. Lincoln, who last played in the second tier in 1961, required only a point to secure their return. 'It is stuff you dream of as kid and getting promoted with your best mates is the best way.

Source: Daily Mail April 06, 2026 16:33 UTC