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Lincoln City welcome Burnley to the LNER Stadium on Saturday, 24 October 2026, for their Championship Gameweek 12 meeting, kicking off at 3pm BST. UK supporters can follow live commentary through Imps+ or Clarets+, while eligible overseas viewers can watch the match online.
How to Watch Lincoln City vs Burnley Live Stream in the UK
Imps+ and Clarets+ are the confirmed live-audio options for UK supporters. The Championship fixture is not scheduled for UK television because its 3pm kick-off falls within Saturday’s domestic broadcasting blackout.
Burnley fans can listen to Phil Bird’s commentary on Clarets+ from 2.45pm BST, giving them 15 minutes of coverage before kick-off. Lincoln’s Imps+ service also carries match commentary, including for supporters in Britain.
Some online bookmakers may add live streaming for eligible active customers closer to kick-off, so check your provider before the match begins. This option is strictly 18+. Geo-location restrictions and live-streaming terms apply.
Lincoln have separately confirmed an Imps+ live video stream for eligible overseas viewers, with country restrictions applying. Supporters abroad should check the individual match pass rather than assuming their normal UK audio account includes video.
TV Info: What Channel Is Lincoln City vs Burnley On?
No UK television channel is carrying Saturday’s 3pm fixture. The EFL’s Sky Sports selections for 24 October include Portsmouth against Millwall, Charlton against Norwich and Sheffield United against Derby, all at 12.30pm.
Lincoln against Burnley remains in the afternoon blackout window, which runs from 2.45pm until 5.15pm. The usual Sky Sports+ and NOW Championship packages therefore do not provide a scheduled television showing of this game.
For British supporters unable to attend Sincil Bank, the two club commentary services offer the clearest confirmed way to follow events as they happen.
Lincoln City vs Burnley Streaming Apps and Device Guide
Open Imps+ through Lincoln City’s website or club app, sign in and select the Burnley fixture from the match centre. Choose the Listen Live option if you’re using a UK audio pass.
Clarets+ customers can sign in through Burnley’s website or club app and select the live audio programme. Commentary from Phil Bird begins at 2.45pm, so there’s no need to leave it until the opening whistle.
Imps+ supports live audio and eligible international video through its website and mobile apps. The club advises supporters using its player to check their package and location before the match.
Can You Cast Lincoln City vs Burnley to a TV?
Imps+ does not permit casting its streams to a television. Lincoln’s viewing guidance also says smart-TV browsers are unsupported, so eligible overseas viewers should use a supported phone, tablet or computer instead.
If a separate broadcaster’s app supports AirPlay or Chromecast, use its own casting control with both devices connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Do not assume that feature is available through the clubs’ players.
Watching Lincoln City vs Burnley While Travelling
If you’re abroad, check which broadcaster carries the Championship where you are. Lincoln have confirmed Imps+ video for this fixture in eligible countries, excluding the UK, Ireland, Guernsey, Jersey, the Isle of Man, Russia, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Iceland.
Viaplay carries the match in several Nordic countries. Travelling fans should check their location before purchasing an Imps+ or Clarets+ video pass.
Live Audio, Highlights and Match Replay
Live audio: Clarets+ carries Phil Bird’s commentary from 2.45pm. Imps+ offers Lincoln commentary through its match centre, with audio supported worldwide.
Highlights: The clubs publish match footage and reaction through their video channels after full-time. Championship highlights are also carried by Sky Sports.
Full-match replay: Imps+ includes match replays among its video features, while Clarets+ carries selected replays. Check their libraries after Saturday’s game for the complete recording rather than relying on highlights alone.
Manager Head-to-Head Stats
Nicky Hayen has managed 305 career matches, winning 137 and drawing 59. Lincoln coach Chris Cohen prefers a 3-4-2-1 formation, while Hayen’s usual system is 4-2-3-1.
Hayen took charge at Burnley in July 2026 and has recorded two wins, five draws and six defeats across his first 13 matches. His earlier managerial career included spells with Club Brugge and Genk.
Key Player Stats
Burnley’s Zeki Amdouni leads the two squads’ Championship scoring figures with three goals. Lincoln’s Reeco Hackett-Fairchild and Freddie Draper have scored twice each.
Lincoln forward Robert Street has also scored once this season, while Burnley midfielder Reo Hatate has one Championship goal.
Team Key Stats
Burnley have scored 16 Championship goals to Lincoln’s nine, although the Clarets have conceded twice more. Lincoln average 34.4% possession, compared with Burnley’s 49%.
Lincoln’s last league outing finished 2-2 at Millwall, following defeats to West Ham and Sheffield United. Burnley lost 2-1 at home to Wolves after drawing with Charlton and beating Watford 4-0.
Quick Facts
Burnley manager Nicky Hayen, speaking ahead of Saturday’s trip to Lincoln after the defeat to Wolves, challenged his players to communicate more forcefully and take greater responsibility, describing the squad as “too soft and too nice to each other” on the pitch.
Lincoln City vs Burnley Kick-Off and TV Details
| Fixture | Lincoln City vs Burnley |
|---|---|
| Competition | Championship, Gameweek 12 |
| Date | Saturday, 24 October 2026 |
| UK kick-off | 3pm BST |
| Venue | LNER Stadium, Lincoln |
| UK TV channel | No scheduled UK television coverage |
| UK live audio | Imps+ and Clarets+ |
| Clarets+ commentary starts | 2.45pm BST, Phil Bird |
| Overseas live video | Imps+ in eligible countries |
| Nordic streaming | Viaplay in selected countries |
| Highlights | Club channels and Sky Sports |
Streaming Troubleshooting
If Imps+ or Clarets+ starts buffering, refresh the player, restart the app and check your connection. Sign in before kick-off so a forgotten password doesn’t interrupt the commentary.
For overseas video passes, check that Lincoln against Burnley is covered in your country. Imps+ does not support casting, and its smart-TV browser experience is unsupported. Online streams and commentary can run slightly behind events at the ground.
Lincoln City vs Burnley Live Stream FAQ
What channel is Lincoln City vs Burnley on in the UK?
No UK television channel is scheduled to show the match because it kicks off during Saturday’s 3pm blackout.
Can I listen to Lincoln City vs Burnley live?
Imps+ and Clarets+ carry live audio. Phil Bird’s Burnley commentary starts at 2.45pm BST, 15 minutes before kick-off.
What time does Lincoln City vs Burnley kick off?
The Championship match starts at 3pm BST on Saturday, 24 October 2026, at the LNER Stadium.
Can I watch Lincoln City vs Burnley online abroad?
Imps+ shows the match to eligible overseas viewers, with several countries excluded. Check the club’s match-pass options for your location before purchasing.
Can I cast the Lincoln City vs Burnley live stream to my TV?
Imps+ does not permit casting, and smart-TV browsers are unsupported. Use a supported phone, tablet or computer for eligible overseas viewing.
