Lincoln City pulled off a notable away victory, defeating Barnsley 2-0 in the English Football League Trophy on November 12, 2025. The Imps produced a disciplined and effective performance to overcome their League One hosts at Oakwell. Lincoln soaked up early pressure and struck decisively on the counter-attack, taking a lead into halftime. They doubled their advantage in the second half to put the result beyond doubt, with Barnsley struggling to break down a resolute Lincoln defense. This clean-sheet win is a significant result for Lincoln City in this season's EFL Trophy, showcasing their ability to compete against and beat teams from a higher division.