Bradford City Secures First League Win Over Lincoln City Since 2011

The football rivalry between Lincoln City (the Imps) and Bradford City (the Bantams) is steeped in history, with their first meeting dating back to the 1903–04 season. Bradford holds a slight edge overall in Football League meetings, winning 30 of 74 matches compared to Lincoln's 26, with many encounters being closely contested, especially in recent years. Notably, Lincoln claimed emphatic victories in cup competitions in the early 2020s and secured a memorable away win at Valley Parade 45 years ago under challenging weather conditions. Bradford City has shown strong home form recently, accumulating more home points than any other team in the top four English football tiers since last season. Meanwhile, Lincoln City has been on a positive run in midweek league fixtures after a series of losses earlier. Their meetings often feature tight games decided by moments of quality, contributing to an enduring and emotional rivalry.