This England League 1 match pits Barnsley against Lincoln City, with a match time of Monday, December 29th, 2025, at 19:45 UTC. Analyzing recent form, injury data, and the provided odds allows for an informed prediction. Barnsley's recent form shows a mixed bag. Their last five matches reveal two wins and three losses, conceding goals in most games. Their home form displays a 3-2 win against Leyton Orient but a 3-0 loss to Exeter City, indicating some inconsistency. Key injury data reveals at least one player injured, which may impact their team composition and performance. Lincoln City's form appears slightly more stable, with two wins and two losses in their last five matches. They also show a win against Cardiff City, and a close 2-2 draw with Blackpool demonstrating an ability to compete. It's important to note Lincoln City also defeated Barnsley 3-1 in a recent match. No injury data is available for Lincoln City. The match odds favor a Lincoln City win, with odds of 2.55 compared to Barnsley's 2.70. The Asian Handicap is set at 0, and the over/under is 2.5 goals. Based on the analysis of recent form and the odds provided, the prediction leans towards Lincoln City winning the match, with over 2.5 goals scored. Considering the recent head-to-head result where Lincoln City defeated Barnsley, and the current odds which favour Lincoln City, the prediction aligns with a Lincoln City win. The over/under prediction of over 2.5 goals is based on both teams’ recent goal-scoring records and defensive vulnerabilities. Overall, the available data suggests Lincoln City is positioned to secure a victory in this match.