22 April 2023 at 14:00
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Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Colchester
Away Record: Sutton Utd
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Colchester defeated Sutton Utd 4:1. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by D. Ajiboye 11′, L. Chambers 19′, J. Akinde 26′, J. Tchamadeu 41′, N. Chilvers 63′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Colchester had 42% possession while Sutton Utd held 58%. Colchester had 11 shots (7 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for Sutton Utd. Colchester made 5 substitutions, Sutton Utd made 2.
Match Events
Key match events between Colchester and Sutton Utd — 5 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
assist: S. Tovide
Match Statistics
Colchester had 42% possession against Sutton Utd's 58%. Colchester registered 11 shots (7 on target) while Sutton Utd managed 10 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 5–6. Fouls committed: 13–10.
Lineups
Colchester lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under B. Garner, while Sutton Utd deployed a 4-4-2 under M. Gray.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Colchester is 6.78, compared to — for Sutton Utd. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Colchester's highest-rated starter is A. Read (7.21), while Sutton Utd's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Colchester have contributed 9 goals and 8 assists this season, led by A. Read (6G). Sutton Utd's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Colchester deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Sutton Utd's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Colchester field 4 midfielders averaging 7.21, versus Sutton Utd's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Colchester start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.53, compared to 2 for Sutton Utd averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 68% for Colchester and —% for Sutton Utd. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Colchester's starters have collected 17 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Sutton Utd. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Colchester's starting XI is 23.3 (youngest: S. Tovide (21), oldest: A. Read (26)), while Sutton Utd average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Colchester's starters average 29 league appearances each, versus 0 for Sutton Utd. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: B. Garner
Substitutes
Coach: M. Gray
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Colchester have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Sutton Utd show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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