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Grimsby vs Colchester

Blundell Park, Grimsby26 September 2017 at 19:45
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Match Events

Grimsby
Colchester
Kick Off
5′
K. Reid
J. Hooper

assist: N. Clarke

7′
23′Brandon Comley
Half Time
59′
K. Reid

assist: B. Hanlan

J. HooperJ. Matt
64′
71′
B. HanlanS. Szmodics
71′
K. ReidC. James
M. WoolfordD. Jaiyesimi
72′
S. VernonS. Jones
78′
78′
S. SzmodicsS. Murray
84′Kane Vincent-Young
S. Jones

Penalty

89′
James Berrett90′
90′Doug Loft
90′Mikael Mandron
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal3
5Shots off Goal4
13Total Shots10
2Blocked Shots3
8Shots insidebox3
5Shots outsidebox7
17Fouls10
8Corner Kicks3
2Offsides1
47%Ball Possession53%
1Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves4
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Grimsby is —, 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. Grimsby's highest-rated starter is —, while Colchester's best-rated player is K. Vincent-Young (6.70).

Defensive Solidity

Grimsby deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Colchester's 4-man backline averaging 6.70. 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

Grimsby field 5 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

Grimsby 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 —% for Grimsby 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

Grimsby's starters have collected 0 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 Grimsby's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), 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

Grimsby's starters average 0 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.

Grimsby4-4-24-3-3Colchester
GKDEFMIDFWD
1McKeown6Collins3Dixon5Clarke19Summerf.25Woolford2Davies7Berrett27Dembele21Vernon9Hooper1Walker2Jackson26Inniss6Kent22Vincent.17Reid8Loft7Wright14Comley19Mandron21Hanlan

Substitutes

Coach: R. Slade

Substitutes

Coach: J. McGreal

GrimsbyPosition StrengthColchester
Avg Rating
6.70
Defender (3 v 4)6.70
0G 0A0G 0A
Grimsby4-4-2
1GoalkeeperJ. McKeown
6DefenderD. Collins
3DefenderP. Dixon
5DefenderN. Clarke
19MidfielderL. Summerfield
25MidfielderM. Woolford
2MidfielderB. Davies
7MidfielderJ. Berrett
27MidfielderS. Dembele
21ForwardS. Vernon
9ForwardJ. Hooper
Colchester4-3-3
1GoalkeeperS. Walker
2DefenderR. Jackson
26DefenderR. Inniss
6DefenderF. Kent
22DefenderK. Vincent-Young6.7
17MidfielderK. Reid
8MidfielderD. Loft
7MidfielderDrey Wright
14MidfielderB. Comley
19ForwardM. Mandron
21ForwardB. Hanlan

Match Summary

Grimsby and Colchester drew 2:2. The match was played in League Two 2017. Goals were scored by K. Reid 5′, J. Hooper 7′, K. Reid 59′, S. Jones 89′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Grimsby had 47% possession while Colchester held 53%. Grimsby had 13 shots (6 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for Colchester. Grimsby made 3 substitutions, Colchester made 3.

Rivalry since 2016

Grimsby vs Colchester Head to Head Results

17 stretnutí
Grimsby
6
wins
Drawn
3
Colchester
8
wins
Total goals
39 · 2.3/match
Both scored
8/17 · 47%
Over 2.5
7/17 · 41%

Recent Form

Grimsby

DWWWLW

Colchester

WLLWWW

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

Colchester dominates

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

Grimsby3wins
1draws10 meetings
Colchester6wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2

Average goals per game

40%

Games with 3+ goals

40%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (40%) — the odds may underestimate Colchester.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.7%

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 40.6%Draw 28.9%Away 34.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.443.302.80
Max2.503.583.00
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 market40.0%27.3%32.7%
Public market39.7%27.8%32.5%

Grimsby vs Colchester — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Grimsby (41%)

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.

GrimsbyHalf-time:11Colchester
13Shots10
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
27/01/26Colchester0–1Grimsby2.15/3.20/3.30
11/10/25Grimsby1–2Colchester1.75/3.72/4.26
28/03/25Colchester1–2Grimsby2.06/3.13/3.87
23/11/24Grimsby0–1Colchester2.40/3.37/2.88
16/04/24Colchester2–0Grimsby2.20/3.35/3.33
24/10/23Grimsby2–3Colchester2.11/3.60/3.34
11/02/23Grimsby0–1Colchester2.06/3.39/3.70
17/09/22Colchester0–1Grimsby3.03/3.30/2.38
13/03/21Grimsby0–0Colchester2.58/3.13/2.84
05/12/20Colchester2–1Grimsby2.02/3.57/3.57

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: Grimsby

W 223D 181L 277
Over 2.548
Goals scored792

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