Lincoln City Achieves Historic Promotion to Championship After 65 Years

For the first time in 65 years, Lincoln City has secured a spot in the Championship, marking a remarkable ascent for the team, which was in non-League just nine years ago. Following a thrilling 2-1 victory at Reading, with Jack Moylan scoring the winning goal in stoppage time, the Imps have cemented their return to the second tier. Under the leadership of Michael Skubala, Lincoln City remains unbeaten in 24 matches and sits 12 points above second-placed Cardiff. The team's stoppage-time win at Reading signifies their 27th victory in League One this term, a feat only surpassed in the 1975/76 and 1951/52 EFL campaigns. Lincoln City's journey to the Championship began with their promotion to League Two in 2017, followed by their promotion to League One in 2019. Now, they are set to compete in the Championship for the first time since 1961, making them the first team in the EFL to earn promotion this season. The Imps made a strong start, with Ryan One scoring in the fifth minute, but Reading equalized in the second minute of stoppage time through a Lewis Wing free-kick. However, Moylan's winner four minutes later secured the historic promotion for Lincoln City. With 2,884 fans cheering them on, the team's well-drilled defense held strong against Reading's relentless attacks. Lincoln City's manager, Michael Skubala, expressed his pride and stated that the team's goal now is to win the title, acknowledging the challenges ahead but expressing confidence in his team's abilities.