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Colchester vs Northampton

JobServe Community Stadium, Colchester, Essex14 August 2021 at 15:00
Referee: T. Kettle

Match Events

Colchester
Northampton
Kick Off
22′
J. Guthrie
31′Mitchell Pinnock
Half Time
56′
K. EteteD. Rose
C. CoxeL. Hannant
58′
B. Sarpong-WireduF. Sears
58′
75′Sam Hoskins
76′
M. PinnockA. Koiki
S. JasperN. Chilvers
80′
84′Fraser Horsfall
86′
J. MillsS. Nelson
90+3′Shaun McWilliams
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal2
1Shots off Goal5
11Total Shots8
5Blocked Shots1
9Shots insidebox5
2Shots outsidebox3
10Fouls15
8Corner Kicks3
0Offsides1
64%Ball Possession36%
0Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards1
1Goalkeeper Saves5
464Total passes264
317Passes accurate138
68%Passes %52%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Colchester is —, compared to 6.76 for Northampton. 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 —, while Northampton's best-rated player is J. Guthrie (6.90).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Colchester have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Northampton's starters account for 7 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by S. Hoskins (6G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Colchester deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Northampton's 4-man backline averaging 6.90. 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 Northampton's 4 rated 6.61. 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 Northampton 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 Colchester and 69% for Northampton. 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 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Northampton. 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 — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Northampton average 32.5 (youngest: S. Hoskins (32), oldest: J. Guthrie (33)). 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 0 league appearances each, versus 30 for Northampton. 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.

Colchester3-4-1-24-4-2Northampton
GKDEFMIDFWD
29George4Chambers5Smith18Eastman27Coxe3Clampin8Skuse10Judge6Sarpong.9Nouble17Jasper1Roberts23Mills5Guthrie3McGowan6Horsfall11Pinnock8Lewis17McWilli.7Hoskins9Kabamba19Etete

Substitutes

Coach: H. Mullins

Substitutes

Coach: J. Brady

ColchesterPosition StrengthNorthampton
Avg Rating
6.76
Defender (3 v 4)6.90
0G 0A1G 1A
Midfielder (4 v 4)6.61
0G 0A6G 0A
Colchester3-4-1-2
29GoalkeeperS. George
4DefenderL. Chambers
5DefenderT. Smith
18DefenderT. Eastman
27MidfielderC. Coxe
3MidfielderR. Clampin
8MidfielderC. Skuse
6MidfielderB. Sarpong-Wiredu
10ForwardA. Judge
9ForwardF. Nouble
17ForwardS. Jasper
Northampton4-4-2
1GoalkeeperL. Roberts
23DefenderJ. Mills
5DefenderJ. Guthrie6.91G1A
3DefenderA. McGowan
6DefenderF. Horsfall
11MidfielderM. Pinnock
8MidfielderP. Lewis
17MidfielderS. McWilliams
7MidfielderS. Hoskins6.66G
9ForwardN. Kabamba
19ForwardK. Etete

Match Summary

Northampton defeated Colchester 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by J. Guthrie 22′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Colchester had 64% possession while Northampton held 36%. Colchester had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (2 on target) for Northampton. Colchester made 3 substitutions, Northampton made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Colchester vs Northampton Head to Head Results

8 stretnutí
Colchester
2
wins
Drawn
0
Northampton
6
wins
Total goals
25 · 3.1/match
Both scored
4/8 · 50%
Over 2.5
6/8 · 75%

Recent Form

Colchester

WLLWWW

Northampton

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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

Northampton dominates

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

Colchester2wins
0draws7 meetings
Northampton5wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.6

Average goals per game

57%

Games with 3+ goals

29%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (25%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (36%) — the odds may underestimate Northampton.

Market Summary

Margin: 6.1%

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 38.7%Draw 31.1%Away 36.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.503.102.70
Max2.643.342.80
Over 2.5: 46.5%Under 2.5: 60.2%
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 market36.5%28.8%34.7%
Public market36.3%29.7%34.0%

Colchester vs Northampton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Northampton
Result vs. Market: Colchester (39%)

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:01Northampton
12Shots8
5Shots 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
25/02/23Colchester0–1Northampton3.15/3.10/2.45
30/07/22Northampton3–2Colchester1.68/3.72/5.29
19/02/22Northampton3–0Colchester1.73/3.51/5.12
14/08/21Colchester0–1Northampton2.59/3.21/2.76
24/08/19Colchester1–0Northampton2.21/3.44/3.23
02/02/19Northampton0–4Colchester2.48/3.43/2.87
25/08/18Colchester1–2Northampton2.03/3.58/3.72

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: Northampton

W 241D 167L 181
Over 2.546
Goals scored801

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026