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Colchester vs Crewe

Colchester Community Stadium, Colchester21 August 2018 at 19:45
60
Away

Crewe

Match Events

Colchester
Crewe
Kick Off
F. Kent
4′
B. Dickenson
8′
B. Dickenson

assist: R. Jackson

26′
Half Time
46′
G. RayM. Raynes
46′
N. HuntJ. Bowery
58′
H. PickeringB. Walker
R. Jackson
59′
F. NoubleL. Norris
66′
S. SzmodicsA. Collins
72′
L. Norris

assist: K. Vincent-Young

74′
T. Lapslie

assist: B. Dickenson

77′
L. ProsserT. Eastman
78′
86′Perry Ng
Brennan Dickenson87′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Defensive Solidity

Colchester deploy 3 defenders rated 6.70 on average, against Crewe's 5-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 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Crewe'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 2 for Crewe 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 Crewe. 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 Crewe. 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 Crewe 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 Crewe. 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.

ColchesterPosition StrengthCrewe
6.70
Avg Rating
6.70Defender (3 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
Colchester
1GoalkeeperD. Barnes
5DefenderL. Prosser
6DefenderF. Kent
22DefenderK. Vincent-Young6.7
2MidfielderR. Jackson
8MidfielderH. Pell
4MidfielderT. Lapslie
7MidfielderC. Senior
10ForwardS. Szmodics
45ForwardF. Nouble
11ForwardB. Dickenson
Crewe
13GoalkeeperD. Richards
29DefenderN. Hunt
12DefenderE. Nolan
2DefenderP. Ng
3DefenderH. Pickering
5DefenderG. Ray
17MidfielderP. Green
8MidfielderJ. Jones
15MidfielderR. Wintle
7ForwardC. Porter
14ForwardA. Nicholls

Match Summary

Colchester defeated Crewe 6:0. The match was played in League Two 2018. Goals were scored by F. Kent 4′, B. Dickenson 8′, B. Dickenson 26′, R. Jackson 59′, L. Norris 74′, T. Lapslie 77′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Colchester made 3 substitutions, Crewe made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Colchester vs Crewe Head to Head Results

23 stretnutí
Colchester
5
wins
Drawn
7
Crewe
11
wins
Total goals
58 · 2.5/match
Both scored
12/23 · 52%
Over 2.5
12/23 · 52%

Recent Form

Colchester

WLLWWW

Crewe

DLLLWL

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
5draws10 meetings
Crewe3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

1.9

Average goals per game

30%

Games with 3+ goals

30%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 3.8%

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 50.4%Draw 29.3%Away 24.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.953.304.10
Max2.003.504.20
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%28.3%23.3%
Public market48.6%27.7%23.7%

Colchester vs Crewe — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Colchester
Result vs. Market: Colchester (50%)

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:30Crewe
17Shots7
7Shots 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
31/01/26Crewe1–0Colchester2.55/3.40/2.55
06/09/25Colchester1–1Crewe2.60/3.28/2.59
18/04/25Colchester0–0Crewe2.00/3.32/3.71
20/12/24Crewe0–0Colchester2.07/3.26/3.70
27/04/24Colchester1–1Crewe2.66/2.54/3.43
23/09/23Crewe2–1Colchester2.41/3.45/2.75
10/04/23Colchester4–0Crewe1.96/3.33/4.16
12/11/22Crewe1–0Colchester2.25/3.31/3.28
22/10/19Crewe0–0Colchester1.93/3.72/3.94
21/08/18Colchester6–0Crewe1.98/3.41/4.15

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: Crewe

W 190D 125L 182
Over 2.551
Goals scored699

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026