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Accrington St vs Colchester

Wham Stadium (Accrington, Lancashire)18 February 2017 at 15:00

Match Events

Accrington ST
Colchester
Kick Off
B. Kee

assist: S. McConville

18′
26′
D. JohnstoneC. Porter
M. Pearson

assist: S. McConville

32′
Half Time
46′
R. BrindleyM. Briggs
46′
T. LapslieD. Wright
S. McCartanR. Boco
70′
76′
C. Porter

Penalty

Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Accrington ST is 6.82, compared to 6.70 for Colchester. 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. Accrington ST's highest-rated starter is S. Conneely (6.82), while Colchester's best-rated player is K. Vincent-Young (6.70).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Accrington ST have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by S. Conneely (1G). Colchester'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.

Midfield Control

Accrington ST field 11 midfielders averaging 6.82, versus Colchester's 11 rated 6.70. 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.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 72% for Accrington ST and 80% for Colchester. 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

Accrington ST's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Colchester. 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 Accrington ST's starting XI is 37.0 (youngest: S. Conneely (37), oldest: S. Conneely (37)), while Colchester average 29.0 (youngest: K. Vincent-Young (29), oldest: K. Vincent-Young (29)). 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

Accrington ST's starters average 35 league appearances each, versus 38 for Colchester. 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.

Accrington STPosition StrengthColchester
6.82
Avg Rating
6.70
6.82Midfielder (11 v 11)6.70
1G 0A0G 0A
Accrington ST
12MidfielderM. Rodak
3MidfielderM. Hughes
28MidfielderS. Conneely6.81G
5MidfielderO. Beckles
2MidfielderM. Pearson
32MidfielderH. Rodgers
8MidfielderS. Brown
11MidfielderS. McConville
29MidfielderB. Kee
7MidfielderJ. Clark
10MidfielderS. McCartan
Colchester
1MidfielderS. Walker
15MidfielderG. Elokobi
14MidfielderA. Wynter
2MidfielderR. Brindley
12MidfielderK. Vincent-Young6.7
22MidfielderO. Garvan
24MidfielderC. Slater
4MidfielderT. Lapslie
28MidfielderK. Guthrie
11MidfielderB. Dickenson
17MidfielderD. Johnstone

Match Summary

Accrington ST defeated Colchester 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2016. Goals were scored by B. Kee 18′, M. Pearson 32′, C. Porter 76′ (pen.). Accrington ST made 1 substitutions, Colchester made 3.

Rivalry since 2016

Accrington ST vs Colchester Head to Head Results

10 stretnutí
Accrington ST
6
wins
Drawn
2
Colchester
2
wins
Total goals
20 · 2.0/match
Both scored
5/10 · 50%
Over 2.5
3/10 · 30%

Recent Form

Accrington ST

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Colchester

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Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Accrington ST dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Accrington ST6wins
2draws10 meetings
Colchester2wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.2

Average goals per game

40%

Games with 3+ goals

60%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (40%) — the odds may underestimate Accrington ST.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.2%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 41.0%Draw 30.0%Away 34.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.403.252.80
Max2.503.443.11
Market favourite: · Even contest

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market40.3%28.3%31.4%
Public market39.0%28.8%32.3%
Δ1.3%0.4%0.9%

Accrington ST vs Colchester — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Accrington ST
Result vs. Market: Accrington ST (41%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

Accrington STHalf-time:20Colchester
14Shots9
6Shots on target3

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
14/04/26Colchester2–1Accrington ST1.61/3.70/5.00
13/09/25Accrington ST1–0Colchester2.78/3.23/2.52
04/01/25Colchester0–2Accrington ST1.86/3.49/4.10
31/08/24Accrington ST1–1Colchester2.64/3.29/2.69
17/02/24Colchester1–1Accrington ST2.35/3.56/2.86
28/10/23Accrington ST0–1Colchester2.04/3.71/3.42
07/04/18Colchester0–1Accrington ST2.89/3.18/2.63
05/08/17Accrington ST3–1Colchester2.15/3.42/3.46
24/09/16Colchester1–2Accrington ST2.29/3.61/3.12
18/02/17Accrington ST2–1Colchester2.44/3.33/2.94

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: Accrington ST

W 247D 171L 272
Over 2.550
Goals scored885

Away Record: Colchester

W 152D 136L 163
Over 2.544
Goals scored546

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026