Lincoln City FC basked in the glory of their Sky Bet League One title win after a thrilling 2-0 victory against Doncaster, a momentous occasion celebrated by around 3,000 travelling fans. Head coach Michael Skubala praised the achievement as a significant milestone for his 'Imps family', highlighting the team's remarkable performance throughout the season.
The victory marked an incredible 27th game unbeaten for the Imps, with Ben House scoring both goals that secured the championship. Skubala expressed his pride, stating, "The goal was to get promoted, but the way we've done it has definitely gone above and beyond everyone's expectations... and made some dreams come true." He noted the team's relentless spirit, describing them as a 'machine' that keeps moving forward.
The celebrations are set to continue with a home party planned for Saturday against Wycombe, where fans are expected to join in the festivities. Skubala emphasized the importance of community and connection among staff and players, saying, "It's definitely a family feel and it's important we started that in the summer with all the staff connected. Everyone has worked so hard."
In the match at Eco-Power Stadium, the Imps faced challenges, including a missed penalty from Rob Street, but they dominated the game overall. Skubala reflected on the performance, stating, "It's hard to come away and dominate, but we totally dominated them. Second half we were just unbelievable and we could have scored more goals."
The first goal came just before halftime when a miscue by Doncaster's Matty Pearson allowed Jack Moylan to assist House, who scored with a powerful low shot. The second goal followed in the 72nd minute, with House heading in a flicked-on cross from Tom Hamer, sealing the victory and the title.
As the Imps celebrate their success, the excitement is palpable in Lincoln, with fans eagerly discussing their team's impressive season and looking forward to what lies ahead. It's a time of pride and joy for the community, united in their support for the Imps as they revel in their well-deserved championship triumph.