- Full Time
- L. Temple (OG)90 + 4'
- 90 + 2'
- 88'
- K. Connolly on for K. Vincent-Young82'
- J. Payne Penalty saved75'
- 75'
- 72'N. Chilvers on for K. Drummond
- L. Chiwome on for B. Ihionvien68'
- 63'
- 62'
- J. Williams on for P. Digby61'
- 52'T. Pett on for F. Fawunmi
- 51'
- 46'
- 46'L. Temple on for C. Kavanagh
- Half Time
- 45 + 2'
- 36'
- 30'
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- 20'
- Kick Off
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1 Keenan Appiah-Forson 1
- 2 Harry Anderson 1
- 1 Harry Anderson 4
- 2 Jack Payne 3
- 3 Moses Sesay 2
- 1 Moses Sesay 3
- 2 Jamie Robson 3
- 3 Oscar Thorn 3
- 1 Jamie Robson 1
- 2 Oscar Thorn 1
- 1 Oscar Thorn 4
- 2 Ellis Iandolo 2
- 3 Keenan Appiah-Forson 2
- 1 Jack Tucker 69
- 2 Kane Vincent-Young 52
- 3 Jack Payne 50
- 1 Moses Sesay 2
- 2 Oscar Thorn 2
- 3 Keenan Appiah-Forson 2
- 1 Jack Tucker 3
- 2 Tom Pett 3
- 3 Oliver Norburn 2
Colchester United vs Oldham Athletic is a League Two clash at the JobServe Community Stadium on Saturday at 3pm, with little to separate two sides after differing opening days.
Colchester drew their opener while Oldham won, in a contest the bookmakers rate as close. Andy Francis has the best bets, a score prediction and the head-to-head record below.
Premium Tips
Andy expects a competitive game and is erring on the side of caution without much to pick from between these two sides.
| Premium Tip | Odds | Why we’re backing it |
|---|---|---|
| Colchester Double Chance and Jack Payne to score anytime | 10/3 | Colchester showed plenty going forward in a 2-2 draw at Accrington but also looked open at the back, so the double chance offers cover against a repeat defensive lapse while still following the U’s home form. Jack Payne is the man to focus that goal threat on — he was Colchester’s Player of the Year in 2024-25 and stepped up again last season with two separate hat-tricks and a League Two Player of the Month award in February. With the JobServe crowd behind him and a winnable game on paper, expecting Payne to add to that scoring run while Colchester avoid defeat looks the sensible combination here. |
| Both teams to score and Mike Fondop Talom over 0.5 shots on target | 23/20 | Both sides looked open in the final third on the opening weekend – Colchester were involved in a 2-2 thriller at Accrington while Oldham were ruthless in a 2-0 win over Port Vale – so goals at both ends look plausible again at the JobServe. Mike Fondop-Talom remains Oldham’s focal point up front; the 32-year-old was voted both the Supporters’ and Players’ Player of the Year in 2024-25 and has built his career on being a physical, persistent presence who consistently gets efforts away regardless of the scoreline. Backing his volume of shots rather than needing a goal from him looks the value angle in this market. |
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How Colchester United go into the game
Colchester opened with a spirited 2-2 draw at Accrington, showing plenty of attacking intent. The JobServe should be a lively venue for the first home game of the season.
The U’s will see this as a winnable game and will look to make home advantage count. Tightening up defensively after conceding twice last week would help their cause.
How Oldham Athletic go into the game
Oldham marked their return to the EFL with a 2-0 home win over Port Vale, an impressive statement against a fancied side. Confidence will be high after such a strong opening.
Backing that up on the road is the next test. Oldham will travel with belief but a trip to a motivated Colchester side is a tricky assignment.
Colchester United vs Oldham Athletic head-to-head
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/26 | Colchester | 1-3 | Oldham |
| 09/08/25 | Oldham | 1-1 | Colchester |
| 26/02/22 | Colchester | 1-1 | Oldham |
| 21/08/21 | Oldham | 1-2 | Colchester |
| 09/04/21 | Oldham | 5-2 | Colchester |
Oldham have won two of the last five, with Colchester winning one and two drawn.
Colchester United vs Oldham Athletic predictions & betting tips
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colchester United to win | 13/10 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Marginal home favourites. |
| Both teams to score | 4/6 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Goals in both sides’ openers. |
| Colchester or draw (Double Chance) | 4/7 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Cover on the hosts. |
| Over 2.5 goals | 10/11 | ⭐⭐ | An open game is expected. |
| Colchester United to win 2-1 | 8/1 | ⭐⭐ | Headline scoreline. |
Colchester United vs Oldham Athletic score prediction
Oldham impressed on the opening day but Colchester have home advantage in a game the odds rate as tight. Expect an open, competitive contest that the hosts just edge. Score prediction: Colchester United 2-1 Oldham Athletic.
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