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Colchester vs Wycombe

Colchester Community Stadium, Colchester23 September 2017 at 15:00
12
Referee: Brett Huxtable

Match Events

Colchester
Wycombe
Kick Off
32′
N. Tyson
B. Hanlan

assist: Drey Wright

43′
Half Time
61′Marcus Bean
Tom Lapslie64′
67′
C. Mackail-Smith
Sammie Szmodics71′
74′
E. EzeS. Saunders
77′Luke O'Nien
T. EastmanK. Reid
78′
D. LoftN. Kabamba
80′
T. LapslieS. Murray
83′
83′
C. Mackail-SmithN. Freeman
Full Time

Match Statistics

9Shots on Goal3
3Shots off Goal7
16Total Shots12
4Blocked Shots2
9Shots insidebox7
7Shots outsidebox5
10Fouls14
5Corner Kicks4
2Offsides1
57%Ball Possession43%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves8
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Colchester is 6.70, compared to — for Wycombe. 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 Wycombe's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Colchester deploy 4 defenders rated 6.70 on average, against Wycombe'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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Wycombe's 3 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 —, compared to 3 for Wycombe 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 Wycombe. 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 Wycombe. 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 Wycombe 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 Wycombe. 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.

Colchester3-4-1-24-3-3Wycombe
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Walker2Jackson18Eastman26Inniss6Kent22Vincent.8Loft7Wright4Lapslie10Szmodics21Hanlan1Brown3Jacobson16Harriman5Stewart28Scarr8Bean17O'Nien27Eze23Tyson20Akinfen.25Mackail.

Substitutes

Coach: J. McGreal

Substitutes

Coach: G. Ainsworth

ColchesterPosition StrengthWycombe
6.70
Avg Rating
6.70Defender (4 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
Colchester3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperS. Walker
18DefenderT. Eastman
26DefenderR. Inniss
6DefenderF. Kent
22DefenderK. Vincent-Young6.7
2MidfielderR. Jackson
8MidfielderD. Loft
4MidfielderT. Lapslie
7ForwardDrey Wright
10ForwardS. Szmodics
21ForwardB. Hanlan
Wycombe4-3-3
1GoalkeeperS. Brown
3DefenderJ. Jacobson
16DefenderM. Harriman
5DefenderA. Stewart
28DefenderD. Scarr
8MidfielderM. Bean
17MidfielderL. O'Nien
27MidfielderE. Eze
23ForwardN. Tyson
20ForwardA. Akinfenwa
25ForwardC. Mackail-Smith

Match Summary

Wycombe defeated Colchester 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2017. Goals were scored by N. Tyson 32′, B. Hanlan 43′, C. Mackail-Smith 67′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Colchester had 57% possession while Wycombe held 43%. Colchester had 16 shots (9 on target) compared to 12 (3 on target) for Wycombe. Colchester made 3 substitutions, Wycombe made 2.

Rivalry since 2011

Colchester vs Wycombe Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Colchester
3
wins
Drawn
3
Wycombe
1
wins
Total goals
16 · 2.3/match
Both scored
4/7 · 57%
Over 2.5
3/7 · 43%

Recent Form

Colchester

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Wycombe

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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

Even record

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

Colchester2wins
0draws4 meetings
Wycombe2wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.5

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (50%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (32%) — the odds may underestimate Colchester.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.5%

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 32.8%Draw 29.2%Away 41.4%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.903.202.35
Max3.203.572.50
Market favourite:Wycombe · 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 market31.9%27.3%40.8%
Public market30.5%27.9%41.6%
Δ1.3%0.6%0.8%

Colchester vs Wycombe — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Wycombe
Result vs. Market: Wycombe (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.

ColchesterHalf-time:11Wycombe
16Shots12
9Shots 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
13/01/18Wycombe3–1Colchester1.87/3.64/4.36
23/09/17Colchester1–2Wycombe3.05/3.42/2.41
27/08/16Wycombe0–2Colchester2.35/3.36/3.08
21/02/17Colchester1–0Wycombe2.60/3.26/2.83

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: Wycombe

W 227D 164L 161
Over 2.542
Goals scored706

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026