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Hartlepool vs Colchester

The Suit Direct Stadium, Hartlepool, County Durham28 January 2023 at 15:00
Referee: S. Mather

Match Events

Hartlepool
Colchester
Kick Off
5′
F. Kelleher

assist: S. Tovide

Edon Pruti13′
J. HamiltonM. Ndjoli
23′
P. HartleyM. Sylla
36′
Half Time
54′
S. TovideM. Jay
65′
N. ChilversJ. Akinde
M. DolanW. McDonald
75′
T. TrustyJ. Hastie
76′
Nicky Featherstone79′
J. Sterry
82′
83′
T. HopperO. Ashley
84′
A. ReadA. Newby
87′
J. Sterry

Own Goal

90+1′Junior Tchamadeu
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal8
5Shots off Goal1
16Total Shots10
6Blocked Shots1
8Shots insidebox9
8Shots outsidebox1
12Fouls6
7Corner Kicks1
2Offsides2
64%Ball Possession36%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
7Goalkeeper Saves4
499Total passes293
372Passes accurate167
75%Passes %57%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Hartlepool is —, compared to 6.88 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. Hartlepool's highest-rated starter is —, while Colchester's best-rated player is A. Read (7.21).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Hartlepool have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Colchester's starters account for 11 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by A. Read (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Hartlepool deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Colchester'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

Hartlepool field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Colchester's 4 rated 7.21. 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

Hartlepool start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Colchester averaging 6.54. 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 Hartlepool and 73% 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

Hartlepool's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 17 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 Hartlepool's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Colchester average 23.5 (youngest: S. Tovide (21), oldest: A. Read (26)). 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

Hartlepool's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 44 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.

Hartlepool3-4-1-23-4-1-2Colchester
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Killip37Dodds39Hartley15Pruti2Sterry8Feather.16Dolan3Ferguson42Trusty9Umerah19Hamilton13O'Hara4Chambers15Kelleher29Hall22Tchamad.8Skuse16Read23Wood14Chilvers25Hopper34Tovide

Substitutes

Coach: K. Curle

Substitutes

Coach: M. Bloomfield

HartlepoolPosition StrengthColchester
Avg Rating
6.88
Midfielder (4 v 4)7.21
0G 0A7G 3A
Forward (3 v 3)6.54
0G 0A4G 5A
Hartlepool3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperB. Killip
37DefenderD. Dodds
39DefenderP. Hartley
15DefenderE. Pruti
2MidfielderJ. Sterry
8MidfielderN. Featherstone
16MidfielderM. Dolan
3MidfielderD. Ferguson
42ForwardT. Trusty
9ForwardJ. Umerah
19ForwardJ. Hamilton
Colchester3-4-1-2
13GoalkeeperK. O'Hara
4DefenderL. Chambers
15DefenderF. Kelleher
29DefenderC. Hall
22MidfielderJ. Tchamadeu
8MidfielderC. Skuse
16MidfielderA. Read7.27G3A
23MidfielderC. Wood
14ForwardN. Chilvers
25ForwardT. Hopper
34ForwardS. Tovide6.54G5A

Match Summary

Colchester defeated Hartlepool 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by F. Kelleher 5′, J. Sterry 82′, J. Sterry 87′ (o.g.). 3 yellow cards were shown. Hartlepool had 64% possession while Colchester held 36%. Hartlepool had 16 shots (5 on target) compared to 10 (8 on target) for Colchester. Hartlepool made 4 substitutions, Colchester made 4.

Rivalry since 2011

Hartlepool vs Colchester Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
Hartlepool
1
wins
Drawn
4
Colchester
4
wins
Total goals
19 · 2.1/match
Both scored
6/9 · 67%
Over 2.5
3/9 · 33%

Recent Form

Hartlepool

LWWLDD

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

Even record

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

Hartlepool1wins
2draws6 meetings
Colchester3wins

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

83%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (35%) — the odds may underestimate Colchester.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.5%

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 37.8%Draw 31.2%Away 36.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.553.102.70
Max2.773.282.80
Over 2.5: 46.5%Under 2.5: 59.9%
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 market35.0%29.5%35.5%
Public market37.1%29.1%33.8%
Δ2.1%0.4%1.7%

Hartlepool vs Colchester — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Colchester
Result vs. Market: Hartlepool (38%)

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.

HartlepoolHalf-time:01Colchester
16Shots10
5Shots on target8

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
28/01/23Hartlepool1–2Colchester2.65/3.21/2.74
03/09/22Colchester1–1Hartlepool2.11/3.35/3.59
07/05/22Hartlepool0–2Colchester2.20/3.48/3.18
22/02/22Colchester1–2Hartlepool2.46/3.18/3.04
06/08/16Hartlepool1–1Colchester2.55/3.35/2.90
25/02/17Colchester2–1Hartlepool1.73/3.90/4.98

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: Hartlepool

W 101D 77L 144
Over 2.546
Goals scored353

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