Huddersfield Town fought back from two goals down to claim a point from a thrilling 2-2 draw at home to Lincoln City, extending their unbeaten League One run to 10 games.
The Imps, who are now without a league win in seven games, took the lead after just 15 minutes when Ben House got free in the box to head home Tendayi Darikwa's cross. This early setback left Huddersfield rattled, and it was no surprise when the visitors doubled their lead just 10 minutes later. Lincoln executed a well-orchestrated one-touch passing move around the box before Bailey Cadamarteri's shot was deflected off Town defender Nigel Lonwijk, finding the back of the net.
After the disheartening first half, Huddersfield made strategic changes at the break. Josh Koroma was redeployed from centre-forward to wing-back, and it paid off handsomely when he quickly set up Brodie Spencer, who scored his first-ever senior goal with a well-placed header.
While Huddersfield began to dominate the second half, the home side felt hard done by when they were not awarded what looked like a clear penalty after Sean Roughan shoved Ben Wiles to the ground. Despite this frustration, Huddersfield pressed on and eventually found their equalizer with just two minutes remaining. West Ham loanee Callum Marshall showcased good composure as he finished off Spencer's low cross, sealing the draw for the Terriers.
This dramatic comeback not only salvaged a point for Huddersfield but also highlighted their resilience and character this season. "The hosts were aggrieved not to be awarded what looked like a clear penalty after Sean Roughan shoved Ben Wiles to the floor," reported Yorkshire Live.
Throughout the encounter, it was evident how badly both teams needed the points for their respective campaigns. Huddersfield, after this match, remains fourth, with aspirations to climb higher as they keep their eye on playoff positions. A victory could have significantly changed the fortunes for Lincoln City, who continue to struggle, sitting ninth without having won away from home since September.
The two sides will face each other again on Boxing Day, with Huddersfield eager to turn their draw against Lincoln City back to winning ways. Meanwhile, Lincoln will be hoping to gather momentum to challenge for the playoff spots as they prepare to host Reading next.
Fans of both clubs are likely to recall the action from this match, with Huddersfield showing the 'spirit of 2004' on this occasion, pulling together to show they are contenders willing to battle back from adversity.
