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Accrington St vs Colchester

The Crown Ground, Accrington5 August 2017 at 15:00
Referee: Ross Joyce

Match Events

Accrington ST
Colchester
Kick Off
K. Jackson

assist: L. Nolan

9′
B. Kee
32′
38′
T. EastmanC. Kpekawa
Jordan Clark42′
45′Tom Lapslie
Half Time
46′
C. SlaterL. Kinsella
46′
D. JohnstoneS. Szmodics
O. Beckles

assist: L. Nolan

64′
67′Ryan Jackson
J. DonacienT. Hornby-Forbes
74′
K. JacksonJ. Edwards
81′
81′
S. Szmodics
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal2
3Shots off Goal4
12Total Shots12
4Blocked Shots6
8Shots insidebox7
4Shots outsidebox5
12Fouls14
6Corner Kicks6
3Offsides3
57%Ball Possession43%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves2
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Accrington ST is 6.82, compared to — 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 —.

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.

Defensive Solidity

Accrington ST deploy 6 defenders rated 6.82 on average, against Colchester'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

Accrington ST field 2 midfielders averaging —, versus Colchester'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

Accrington ST start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Colchester 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 72% for Accrington ST and —% 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 0 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 — (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

Accrington ST's starters average 35 league appearances each, versus 0 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 ST4-4-24-4-2Colchester
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Chapman3Hughes28Conneely12Beckles5Richard.4Donacien6Nolan11McConvi.29Kee7Clark10Jackson1Walker2Jackson18Eastman6Kent35James24Slater16Murray7Wright4Lapslie9Johnsto.19Mandron

Substitutes

Coach: J. Coleman

Substitutes

Coach: J. McGreal

Accrington STPosition StrengthColchester
6.82
Avg Rating
6.82Defender (6 v 4)
1G 0A0G 0A
Accrington ST4-4-2
1GoalkeeperA. Chapman
3DefenderM. Hughes
28DefenderS. Conneely6.81G
12DefenderO. Beckles
5DefenderB. Richards-Everton
4DefenderJ. Donacien
6DefenderL. Nolan
11MidfielderS. McConville
10MidfielderK. Jackson
29ForwardB. Kee
7ForwardJ. Clark
Colchester4-4-2
1GoalkeeperS. Walker
2DefenderR. Jackson
18DefenderT. Eastman
6DefenderF. Kent
35DefenderC. James
24MidfielderC. Slater
16MidfielderS. Murray
7MidfielderDrey Wright
4MidfielderT. Lapslie
9ForwardD. Johnstone
19ForwardM. Mandron

Match Summary

Accrington ST defeated Colchester 3:1. The match was played in League Two 2017. Goals were scored by K. Jackson 9′, B. Kee 32′, O. Beckles 64′, S. Szmodics 81′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Accrington ST had 57% possession while Colchester held 43%. Accrington ST had 12 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (2 on target) for Colchester. Accrington ST made 2 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
19 · 1.9/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 (45%) — the odds may underestimate Accrington ST.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.8%

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 46.5%Draw 29.2%Away 28.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.103.253.25
Max2.203.523.62
Market favourite:Accrington ST · Slight favourite

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 market45.4%27.7%26.9%
Public market44.3%27.8%27.8%
Δ1.1%0.1%0.9%

Accrington ST vs Colchester — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Accrington ST
Result vs. Market: Accrington ST (47%)

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
12Shots12
5Shots on target2

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