Bournemouth vs Lincoln — Tips & Analysis

Lincoln +1.75: Lincoln are travelling well and they meet a home side that will not be at full strength. Bournemouth play Real Sociedad in Europe on 17 September, so big changes are expected for this cup tie. Bournemouth are also still looking for a first win of the season under Marco Rose. They have tied 6 of their 7 home games, which says they are hard to beat but short of a knockout punch. Lincoln came up as League One champions and have not lost in four. On the road they have won 6 of 8 games, scoring 2 goals a game and letting in under a goal. That is a well drilled team who keep their shape and take their chances. A much changed Bournemouth side should see plenty of the ball. Breaking down an organised Lincoln back line is a different job. This has the feel of a level tie that goes to penalties, with 1-1 the most likely score after 90 minutes. Lincoln can stay with the home side for the full game. The honest worry is the standard of the teams Lincoln have been beating. Their strong record includes League One games from last season against sides like Port Vale and Wycombe. Neither line-up is known yet either, and Bournemouth could still name enough quality to pull clear. We are happy to be with Lincoln.