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Colchester vs Chesterfield

Colchester Community Stadium, Colchester12 September 2017 at 19:45

Match Events

Colchester
Chesterfield
Kick Off
43′
L. Reed

assist: K. Dennis

Half Time
55′Bradley Barry
66′
D. De GirolamoC. O'Grady
C. JamesDrey Wright
67′
M. MandronB. Hanlan
71′
73′
L. ReedJ. McCourt
B. Hanlan

assist: Drey Wright

82′
84′
K. DennisG. Ugwu
S. SzmodicsS. Odelusi
89′
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal4
8Shots off Goal3
17Total Shots8
3Blocked Shots1
9Shots insidebox4
8Shots outsidebox4
9Fouls12
2Corner Kicks6
1Offsides1
59%Ball Possession41%
0Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves5
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Colchester is 6.70, compared to — for Chesterfield. 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 K. Vincent-Young (6.70), while Chesterfield's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Colchester deploy 5 defenders rated 6.70 on average, against Chesterfield's 3-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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Chesterfield's 5 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 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Chesterfield 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 80% for Colchester and —% for Chesterfield. 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 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Chesterfield. 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 29.0 (youngest: K. Vincent-Young (29), oldest: K. Vincent-Young (29)), while Chesterfield 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 38 league appearances each, versus 0 for Chesterfield. 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.

Colchester3-4-1-23-5-2Chesterfield
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Walker2Jackson18Eastman26Inniss22Vincent.35James4Lapslie10Szmodics14Comley19Mandron15Kabamba1Lee32Briggs4Hird5Wiseman33Jules28Weir25Reed23Flores27Barry9Dennis19Girolamo

Substitutes

Coach: J. McGreal

Substitutes

Coach: G. Caldwell

ColchesterPosition StrengthChesterfield
6.70
Avg Rating
6.70Defender (5 v 3)
0G 0A0G 0A
Colchester3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperS. Walker
2DefenderR. Jackson
18DefenderT. Eastman
26DefenderR. Inniss
22DefenderK. Vincent-Young6.7
35DefenderC. James
4MidfielderT. Lapslie
10MidfielderS. Szmodics
14MidfielderB. Comley
19ForwardM. Mandron
15ForwardN. Kabamba
Chesterfield3-5-2
1GoalkeeperT. Lee
4DefenderS. Hird
5DefenderS. Wiseman
33DefenderZ. Jules
32MidfielderM. Briggs
28MidfielderR. Weir
25MidfielderL. Reed
23MidfielderJ. Flores
19MidfielderD. De Girolamo
9ForwardK. Dennis

Match Summary

Colchester and Chesterfield drew 1:1. The match was played in League Two 2017. Goals were scored by L. Reed 43′, B. Hanlan 82′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Colchester had 59% possession while Chesterfield held 41%. Colchester had 17 shots (6 on target) compared to 8 (4 on target) for Chesterfield. Colchester made 3 substitutions, Chesterfield made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Colchester vs Chesterfield Head to Head Results

12 stretnutí
Colchester
4
wins
Drawn
4
Chesterfield
4
wins
Total goals
38 · 3.2/match
Both scored
7/12 · 58%
Over 2.5
7/12 · 58%

Recent Form

Colchester

WLLWWW

Chesterfield

WWDWDW

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

Even record

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

Colchester2wins
3draws6 meetings
Chesterfield1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.7

Average goals per game

33%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (67%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (49%) — the odds may underestimate Colchester.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.9%

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 50.3%Draw 27.1%Away 26.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.953.603.50
Max2.013.754.00
Market favourite:Colchester · 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 market48.5%26.1%25.4%
Public market49.8%25.9%24.3%
Δ1.3%0.2%1.1%

Colchester vs Chesterfield — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Colchester (50%)

Result differed from 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.

ColchesterHalf-time:01Chesterfield
17Shots8
6Shots on target4

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
03/03/26Chesterfield3–0Colchester2.10/3.40/3.20
04/10/25Colchester6–2Chesterfield3.04/3.34/2.25
04/03/25Colchester1–0Chesterfield2.01/3.33/3.79
22/10/24Chesterfield1–1Colchester1.85/3.59/4.28
30/12/17Chesterfield0–0Colchester3.06/3.48/2.32
12/09/17Colchester1–1Chesterfield1.99/3.70/3.78

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

W 152D 136L 163
Over 2.544
Goals scored546

Away Record: Chesterfield

W 171D 113L 130
Over 2.549
Goals scored606

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026