Jack Moylan scored the only goal just after the midway point of the first half to keep Lincoln City on track for League One automatic promotion with a 1-0 victory at struggling Wigan Athletic.
Both sides created chances across the contest, but Moylan's moment of individual quality proved the difference at a ground where Wigan continue to struggle.
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Rob Street almost gave the Imps the lead inside two minutes, only to stab the ball wide of the far post.