Lincoln City continued their push for the playoffs with a 1-0 away victory over Exeter City at St James Park in League One on March 11, 2026. The Imps produced a professional performance to secure a narrow but deserved win on their travels. The only goal of the game came in the second half, with Lincoln taking their chance clinically before shutting down the game with a disciplined defensive display. Exeter City pressed for an equalizer but found Lincoln's back line in formidable form, resulting in a frustrating home defeat. This result strengthened Lincoln's position in the top six, highlighting their credentials as serious promotion contenders.