Lincoln clinched the Sky Bet League One championship after a decisive 2-0 triumph over Doncaster at the Eco-Power Stadium. The Imps, under the guidance of Michael Skubala, had already secured promotion to the Championship on 6 April with a 2-1 win against Reading. Following that, they collected four points from the next two fixtures, meaning that a single point against Doncaster would have been enough to guarantee the title.
Instead, they delivered a clean sheet victory on Tuesday night, sealing the league crown. The upcoming 2026/27 season will see Lincoln competing in the second tier of English football for the first time in 65 years, marking a historic milestone for the club. The campaign has been nothing short of spectacular for the third‑division champions.
A prolific strike partnership featuring Ben House, who scored both before and after the interval, helped the team achieve an astonishing run of 27 unbeaten games. The match itself began with promise for both sides. Early on, Harry Clifton fouled Jack Moylan inside the box after just 20 minutes, presenting a penalty opportunity for Doncaster.
Rob Street stepped up, but his spot‑kick was expertly saved by Lincoln’s goalkeeper Thimothee Lo‑Tutala. The Rovers keeper then denied a header from Sonny Bradley with a one‑handed save, keeping the scores level.
Lincoln broke the deadlock in the 43rd minute. A mis‑controlled clearance by Doncaster’s Matty Pearson fell to Moylan, who quickly found Ben House.
House unleashed a low, driven shot that slipped past Lo‑Tutala, giving the Imps the lead for the 29th consecutive match. The goal was a testament to the team’s relentless attacking rhythm and highlighted House’s finishing prowess. The second half belonged to Doncaster, who pressed forward in search of an equaliser. Street’s effort was blocked by Lo‑Tutala, while Ivan Varfolomeev’s powerful free‑kick was cleared off the line by Owen Bailey.
Moylan, after a brilliant run, struck a shot that narrowly missed the target, underscoring the narrow margins of the contest. Lincoln restored their advantage in the 72nd minute.
A cross from Hamer found Street, who flicked the ball on to House. The striker rose powerfully and headed the ball into the net, doubling the Imps’ lead. The crowd erupted as the Imps celebrated what would become a historic moment for the club. Later, Street saw a chance hit the post, adding to the drama.
The Imps’ supporters continued to cheer, aware that the title was now firmly in their grasp. After the final whistle, Skubala praised his side’s achievements. He said, "The goal was to get promoted, but the way we've done it has definitely gone above and beyond everyone's expectations… and made some dreams come true.
Once you get the steamroller moving, these boys are just a machine, they just keep going and going." He added that a celebration was planned for the next home game against Wycombe, noting, "There's going to be a party on Saturday as all the fans will love that, so we're going to just enjoy it. We've achieved the big two targets and winning the title was excellent. The lads have absolutely stormed it." Skubala highlighted the club’s family atmosphere, stating, "It's definitely a family feel and it's important we started that in the summer with all the staff connected.
Everyone has worked so hard. The players give everything and we are relentless and resilient. The work ethic in the team is amazing." Reflecting on the performance, he remarked, "It's hard to come away and dominate, but we totally dominated them.
Second half we were just unbelievable and we could have scored more goals. It's not just we've done it, it's how we've done it.
What a performance in winning the title, in just being us. I thought the performance epitomised our season. From start to finish, we were excellent, we have been all season." Beyond the on‑field success, the club also promoted its community engagement.
A £250,000 prize pool was advertised for the Super 6 competition, free to enter until 3 pm on Saturday, encouraging fans to stay involved with the club’s broader activities. Overall, Lincoln’s 2025‑26 League One campaign will be remembered as a masterclass in consistency, ambition, and collective spirit.
The Imps not only secured promotion but also captured the league crown in a manner that will be celebrated by supporters for generations. As they prepare for the challenges of the Championship, the foundations laid this season—strong leadership, a united squad, and a fervent fan base—provide a solid platform for future success.