Shoot-out loss puts holders on brink

By John Lyons

HOLDERS Lincoln City are on the brink of being knocked out after going down on penalties to Wolves U21s. The Imps really needed a victory to boost their chances of reaching the last 32 and Matt Green twice gave them the lead, netting in the 23rd and 42nd minutes. However, the Wolves youngsters replied through Benny Ashley-Seal on 39 minutes and Ryan Giles four minutes into first half stoppage time. With neither side able to find a winner in the 90 minutes, the match was decided on penalties, the visitors picking up ...