Lincoln secured a 2-2 draw against Millwall on Sunday, following a challenging week that included a heavy defeat to West Ham. Despite surrendering a two-goal lead during the match, the Imps’ head coach, Chris Cohen, expressed satisfaction with his team’s overall performance and resilience.

Coming into the game, Lincoln faced the task of responding to a demoralizing 4-0 loss against West Ham in midweek. Cohen praised his players for their strong start and for effectively executing the game plan, especially in the early stages. “Loads of positives,” he said regarding the team’s display in London, emphasizing the emotional toll from the previous fixtures and the heavy defeat to Sheffield United the week prior.

Lincoln established a two-goal advantage during the first half and continued to create significant chances after the break. Cohen noted his belief that the team deserved their lead given their control of the match up to that point. He pointed out particularly promising opportunities early in the second half that, had they resulted in goals, might have secured the win.

However, the match took a turn late on when Lincoln were reduced to ten men after a red card was awarded to defender Deji Elerewe. Cohen stated that the team disagreed with the decision and acknowledged that playing with a man down complicated the effort to maintain their advantage. Despite these challenges, Lincoln managed to hold on for a draw, a result Cohen found acceptable under the circumstances.

The match was played at Millwall’s home ground, adding to the difficulty, with Cohen remarking on the tough environment and the challenge young West Ham players often face under similar conditions. Ultimately, Lincoln’s response to recent setbacks demonstrated encouraging aspects, even as the team fell short of turning their lead into a full three points.