Lincoln City vs Chelsea Preview, Prediction, Head-to-head, Team News, Possible Line-ups, and Betting Tips

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3 Minutes Read
September 15, 2025

Sincil Bank hosts a classic David vs Goliath FA Cup tie as League One Lincoln City welcome Premier League giants Chelsea.

The Imps will be hoping to create a historic cup upset in front of their passionate home support, while Chelsea will be expected to demonstrate their top-flight quality.

This home vs away match preview examines whether Lincoln can produce a miracle or if Chelsea’s star-studded squad will prove too strong for their lower-league opponents.

Team Recent Form

Lincoln City: WDWLL

Chelsea: WWLWW

Key Stats

Chelsea have scored 3+ goals in 4 of their last 5 matches across all competitions.
Lincoln City have kept only 2 clean sheets in their last 10 home matches.
This is the first competitive meeting between these two clubs since the 1980s.

I predict the correct score will be Lincoln City 0 – 4 Chelsea. Despite the potential for a cup upset, Chelsea’s overwhelming quality and recent scoring form should prove too much for their League One opponents. Even with significant rotations, Chelsea’s squad depth features international-quality players who should comfortably handle the challenge. Expect Chelsea to control possession and create numerous scoring opportunities against their lower-league opposition.

Lincoln City vs Chelsea H2H

The last competitive meeting was in the 1981/82 season, a 2-0 victory for Chelsea.
Chelsea are unbeaten in their last 4 matches against Lincoln (3W, 1D).
Lincoln’s last victory against Chelsea was a 2-1 win in the 1950s.
There have been over 2.5 goals in 3 of the last 5 historical meetings between these sides.

Pre Game Odds

Lincoln City Win: 16/1
Draw: 7/1
Chelsea Win: 1/8

(Odds are indicative and subject to change)

Team News Home

Lincoln City manager Michael Skubala will be without key midfielder due to suspension, while defender is a doubt with a minor injury. The Imps are expected to field their strongest available lineup, with striker leading the line in hopes of capitalizing on any rare opportunities.

Team News Away

Chelsea manager is expected to make numerous changes, resting key players like and . Opportunities await squad players such as , , and young striker . Long-term absentees and remain unavailable for selection.