A stoppage‑time strike from Jack Moylan secured Lincoln City a 2‑1 victory at Reading, confirming promotion to the Championship with five games remaining. The win ends a 65‑year absence from the second tier, capping an ascent that began in non‑League football just nine seasons ago.

Under manager Michael Skubala, the Imps have gone unbeaten in 24 matches, sitting 12 points clear of Cardiff and becoming the first EFL side to lock in promotion this campaign. Their 27 league wins this term rank just behind historic tallies from 1975/76 and 1951/52.

Ryan One opened the scoring after five minutes, while Reading equalised late via a Lewis Wing free‑kick. Moylan’s late finish restored the lead, leaving Reading’s play‑off hopes in tatters. Lincoln’s disciplined defence held firm, and the result cements their place in the Championship for the first time since 1961.