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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming League Cup clash between Chelsea and Lincoln City is set for 23.09.2025 at 18:45. Here you’ll find everything about confirmed lineups, tactical approaches, and recent performances leading into one of the most anticipated fixtures in England.
Pre-Match Overview
Both clubs come into this League Cup encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Chelsea, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Lincoln City, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the League Cup table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 23.09.2025
- Kickoff: 18:45
- Favorite: -
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 23.09.2025, finishing Lincoln City 1-2 Chelsea.
Chelsea Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Chelsea squad has been dominant at home throughout the League Cup 2025 campaign.
Fans searching for the Chelsea lineup today or Chelsea starting XI can find it on this page.
The manager’s choices this week will likely focus on:
- Maintaining defensive stability after recent fixtures
- Enhancing midfield control and quick transitions
- Maximizing forward efficiency in the final third
Recent Chelsea home performances:
Date Event Score 16.12.2025 Cardiff City vs Chelsea 1 - 3 13.12.2025 Chelsea vs Everton 2 - 0 09.12.2025 Atalanta vs Chelsea 2 - 1
Lincoln City Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Lincoln City have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s League Cup game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Lincoln City 1-2 Chelsea
- Wins this season over Chelsea: 0
Recent away match stats for Lincoln City:
Date Event Score 13.12.2025 Blackpool vs Lincoln City 2 - 2 09.12.2025 Lincoln City vs Barnsley 3 - 1 02.12.2025 Lincoln City vs Huddersfield Town 0 - 2
Prediction and Final Word
As of 19.12.2025, odds point to - as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Chelsea and Lincoln City lineups for the League Cup 2025 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
