
Get the Bolton vs Lincoln City confirmed lineups, starting XI team news, match prediction, bet builder tips, and latest odds ahead of the Championship clash.
Bolton vs Lincoln City Confirmed Lineups
Competition | Championship |
|---|---|
Match Date | Saturday 29 August 2026 |
Kick-off Time | 15:00 UK time |
Venue | Toughsheet Community Stadium |
The starting lineups for the Championship fixture between Bolton and Lincoln City have been confirmed.
Bolton Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI: Jack Bonham, Lewis Brunt, Akin Famewo, Chris Forino, Max Conway, Josh Sheehan, Ethan Erhahon, Samuel Iling-Junior, John McAtee, Thierry Gale, Sam Dalby
Substitutes: Tobias Ritchie, Kyliane Dong, David Watson, Gavin Bazunu, Jayden Nelson, Eoin Toal, Gaizka Larrazabal, Ryan Hardie, Ben Davies
Lincoln City Starting XI
Formation: 3-4-3
Starting XI: George Wickens, Deji Elerewe, Callum Elder, Ryley Towler, Conor McGrandles, Ivan Varfolomeev, Dom Jefferies, Adam Reach, Ben House, Freddie Draper, Reeco Hackett
Substitutes: Isaac Olaofe, Rob Street, Joe Gauci, Tom Bayliss, Joshua Honohan, Andrei Coubis, Ethan Wheatley, Mason Melia, Yunus Konak
Bolton vs Lincoln City Immediate Reaction
Bolton
Bolton line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation with Jack Bonham starting in goal behind a defensive line of Lewis Brunt, Akin Famewo, Chris Forino, and Max Conway. Josh Sheehan and Ethan Erhahon anchor the midfield, supporting an attacking trio of Samuel Iling-Junior, John McAtee, and Thierry Gale behind central forward Sam Dalby.
Lincoln City
Lincoln City deploy a 3-4-3 formation featuring George Wickens in goal behind a back three of Deji Elerewe, Callum Elder, and Ryley Towler. Conor McGrandles, Ivan Varfolomeev, Dom Jefferies, and Adam Reach form the midfield setup, while Ben House, Freddie Draper, and Reeco Hackett start in attack.
Bolton vs Lincoln City Reactive Bet Builder
For this match, our featured bet builder includes Bolton to win, Ryan Hardie to score anytime, both teams to score, and Ivan Varfolomeev to receive a card.
Bolton vs Lincoln City Prediction After Confirmed Lineups
With the confirmed lineups set, both teams bring structured shapes into this contest. Bolton's balanced 4-2-3-1 setup offers width and attacking options, while Lincoln City's 3-4-3 shape provides solid defensive coverage and counter-attacking threat. A competitive encounter is expected between the sides.
Score Prediction: 1-1
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