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Sutton Utd vs Colchester

VBS Community Stadium, Sutton, Surrey24 February 2024 at 15:00
Referee: B. Speedie

Match Events

Sutton Utd
Colchester
Kick Off
7′
C. McGeehan

assist: J. Akinde

C. Lakin
18′
Craig Eastmond32′
36′Jayden Richardson
Half Time
64′
J. AkindeT. Hopper
64′
J. RichardsonM. Egbo
C. ClayS. Duke-McKenna
69′
J. ColeyO. Sanderson
69′
75′Arthur Read
83′
J. FevrierM. Jay
Ben Goodliffe88′
90+6′Ellis Iandolo
90+4′
C. McGeehanJ. Mingi
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal4
8Shots off Goal4
16Total Shots11
4Blocked Shots3
15Shots insidebox7
1Shots outsidebox4
15Fouls12
5Corner Kicks5
4Offsides8
43%Ball Possession57%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
241Total passes332
120Passes accurate216
50%Passes %65%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sutton Utd is —, compared to 7.14 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. Sutton Utd's highest-rated starter is —, while Colchester's best-rated player is A. Read (7.21).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Sutton Utd have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Colchester's starters account for 8 goals and 5 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

Sutton Utd deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Colchester's 4-man backline averaging 7.08. 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

Sutton Utd field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Colchester's 5 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

Sutton Utd start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 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 Sutton Utd 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

Sutton Utd's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 18 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 Sutton Utd's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Colchester average 27.0 (youngest: A. Read (26), oldest: E. Iandolo (28)). 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

Sutton Utd's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 33 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.

Sutton Utd4-1-4-14-1-4-1Colchester
GKDEFMIDFWD
25Arnold23Jackson22Kizzi5Goodlif.42Hart16Clay7Coley15Eastmond31Lakin3Adom-Ma.9Smith1Goodman26Richard.22Harbott.5Hall3Iandolo16Read10Chilvers27Smith13McGeehan42Fevrier24Akinde

Substitutes

Coach: J. Goodliffe

Substitutes

Coach: D. Cowley

Sutton UtdPosition StrengthColchester
Avg Rating
7.14
Defender (4 v 4)7.08
0G 0A1G 2A
Midfielder (5 v 5)7.21
0G 0A7G 3A
Sutton Utd4-1-4-1
25GoalkeeperS. Arnold
23DefenderR. Jackson
22DefenderJ. Kizzi
5DefenderB. Goodliffe
42DefenderS. Hart
16MidfielderC. Clay
7MidfielderJ. Coley
15MidfielderC. Eastmond
31MidfielderC. Lakin
3MidfielderN. Adom-Malaki
9ForwardH. Smith
Colchester4-1-4-1
1GoalkeeperO. Goodman
26DefenderJ. Richardson
22DefenderR. Harbottle
5DefenderC. Hall
3DefenderE. Iandolo7.11G2A
16MidfielderA. Read7.27G3A
10MidfielderN. Chilvers
27MidfielderA. Smith
13MidfielderC. McGeehan
42MidfielderJ. Fevrier
24ForwardJ. Akinde

Match Summary

Sutton Utd and Colchester drew 1:1. The match was played in League Two 2023. Goals were scored by C. McGeehan 7′, C. Lakin 18′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Sutton Utd had 43% possession while Colchester held 57%. Sutton Utd had 16 shots (4 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for Colchester. Sutton Utd made 2 substitutions, Colchester made 4.

Rivalry since 2021

Sutton Utd vs Colchester Head to Head Results

6 stretnutí
Sutton Utd
4
wins
Drawn
1
Colchester
1
wins
Total goals
20 · 3.3/match
Both scored
5/6 · 83%
Over 2.5
4/6 · 67%

Recent Form

Sutton Utd

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Colchester

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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.

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: Sutton Utd

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