Get the Lincoln City vs Southampton confirmed lineups, starting XI news, betting odds, and key match prediction details ahead of this Championship clash.
Lincoln City vs Southampton Confirmed Lineups
Competition | Championship |
|---|---|
Match Date | Saturday 5 September 2026 |
Kick-off Time | 12:30 UK time |
Venue | ProAmpac Stadium |
The starting lineups for the Championship fixture between Lincoln City and Southampton have been confirmed.
Lincoln City Starting XI
Formation: 3-4-3
Starting XI: George Wickens, Deji Elerewe, Ryley Towler, Sonny Bradley, Adam Reach, Conor McGrandles, Andrei Coubis, Ivan Varfolomeev, Rob Street, Freddie Draper, Ben House
Substitutes: Isaac Olaofe, Joe Gauci, Dom Jefferies, Tom Bayliss, Reeco Hackett, Chiedozie Ogbene, Callum Elder, Mikkel Ladefoged, Yunus Konak
Southampton Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI: Daniel Peretz, Jack Stephens, Welington, James Bree, Keven Schlotterbeck, Léo Scienza, Kuryu Matsuki, Finn Azaz, Flynn Downes, James Ward-Prowse, Cyle Larin
Substitutes: Nathan Wood, Ryan Manning, Lewis Dobbin, Tom Fellows, Divin Mubama, Samuel Edozie, Cameron Bragg, Zach Abbott, George Long
Lincoln City vs Southampton Immediate Reaction
Lincoln City
Lincoln City line up in a 3-4-3 formation, with Sonny Bradley anchoring the back three alongside Deji Elerewe and Ryley Towler. Conor McGrandles and Ivan Varfolomeev start in central midfield, while Freddie Draper leads the attack flanked by Rob Street and Ben House.
Southampton
Southampton set up in a 4-2-3-1 system, with James Bree and Keven Schlotterbeck forming the central defensive pairing ahead of goalkeeper Daniel Peretz. James Ward-Prowse and Flynn Downes operate on the flanks alongside Finn Azaz in midfield, playing in support of lone striker Cyle Larin.
Lincoln City vs Southampton Reactive Bet Builder
Ahead of kick-off, the featured bet builder focuses on Southampton forward Cyle Larin to score anytime and register over 2.5 shots. In the disciplinary markets, Conor McGrandles and Ryan Manning are both backed to be shown a card during the match.
Lincoln City vs Southampton Prediction After Confirmed Lineups
Southampton enter the contest as favourites, fielding a balanced lineup with Cyle Larin supported by creative talents including James Ward-Prowse and Finn Azaz. Lincoln City will aim to make life difficult with their three-man backline, but the visitors possess the quality across the pitch to find a way through.
Score Prediction: 1-2
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