Colchester United

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Colchester United FC is a professional football club that competes in the English Football League Two. Managed by Hayden Mullins, the team has a dedicated fan base and a rich football history.

Our Colchester United FC guide covers everything from the team roster and upcoming fixtures to the club’s heritage and achievements. Whether you are a die-hard fan or a casual supporter, you will find our guide to be an indispensable resource for all things related to Colchester United FC.

Colchester United Registered Squad

Here is a list of the registered squad for Colchester United 2023:

Goal Keepers

GoalkeeperPldGYCRC
Ted Collins----
Dean Gerken----
Owen Goodman11 (0)010
Tom Smith1 (0)000
Sam Hornby----
Bailey Vose----

Defender

DefenderPldGYCRC
William Greenidge4 (3)010
Luke Chambers----
Fiacre Kelleher1 (1)100
Zach Mitchell4 (1)000
Mandela Egbo7 (1)050
Charlie Daniels----
Ronny Nelson1 (0)000
Connor Hall11 (0)010
Al-Amin Kazeem4 (4)000
Billy Cracknell----
Harvey Sayer----
Frankie Terry----
Gene Kennedy----

Midfielder

MidfielderPldGYCRC
Cole Skuse----
Mauro Bandeira5 (4)000
Alan Judge----
Cameron McGeehan4 (0)111
Miquel Scarlett----
Jamal Campbell-Ryce----
Nico Lawrence5 (1)000
Matthew Longstaff----
Noah Chilvers11 (0)120
Donnell Thomas1 (1)000
Sammie McLeaod----
Marley Marshall----
Samson Tovide7 (1)221
Andrer Hasanally----
Chay Cooper0 (1)000
Sam Cornish----
Jayden Fevrier9 (1)120
Harry Beadle1 (0)000
Bradley Ihionvien2 (7)240
Kaan Bennet----
Trialist 2----
Thomas Dallison-Lisbon5 (0)010
Emyr Huws----

Strikers

StrikerPldGYCRC
Ellis Iandolo2 (1)000
Paris Cowan-Hall----
Freddie Sears----
Arthur Read11 (0)210
Matt Jay1 (3)000
John Akinde2 (3)100
Tom Hopper3 (3)010
Joseph Taylor10 (0)640
Joshua Bohui----
Ryan Lowe----
Michael Folivi----
Thomas Stagg----
Oscar Thorn0 (1)000
Jade Jay Mingi1 (4)000

Colchester United Upcoming Fixtures

Upcoming GameCompetionOpponentVenue
Tue 03 19:45League TwoNewport CountyAway
Sat 07 15:00League TwoMorecambeHome
Sat 14 15:00League TwoForest GreenAway
Tue 17 19:00Cambridge UtdAway
Sat 21 15:00League TwoHarrogate TownHome
Tue 24 19:45League TwoGrimsbyAway
Sat 28 15:00League TwoAccrington StanleyAway
November
Sat 11 15:00League TwoSutton UtdHome
Sat 18 15:00League TwoStockportAway
Tue 21 19:30PeterboroughHome
Sat 25 15:00League TwoBarrowHome
Tue 28 19:45League TwoDoncasterAway
December
Sat 09 15:00League TwoCrawley TownHome
Sat 16 15:00League TwoWrexhamAway
Fri 22 19:45League TwoSalfordHome
Tue 26 15:00League TwoMK DonsAway
Fri 29 19:45League TwoAFC WimbledonAway
January
Mon 01 15:00League TwoGillinghamHome
Sat 06 15:00League TwoSwindonAway
Sat 13 15:00League TwoBradfordHome
Fri 19 19:45League TwoSalfordAway
Sat 27 15:00League TwoMorecambeAway
February
Sat 03 15:00League TwoForest GreenHome
Sat 10 15:00League TwoHarrogate TownAway
Tue 13 19:45League TwoGrimsbyHome
Sat 17 15:00League TwoAccrington StanleyHome
Sat 24 15:00League TwoSutton UtdAway
March
Sat 02 15:00League TwoStockportHome
Sat 09 15:00League TwoBarrowAway
Tue 12 19:45League TwoDoncasterHome
Sat 16 15:00League TwoWalsallHome
Sat 23 15:00League TwoMansfieldAway
Fri 29 14:00League TwoNewport CountyHome
April
Mon 01 15:00League TwoTranmereAway
Sat 06 15:00League TwoWrexhamHome
Sat 13 15:00League TwoCrawley TownAway
Sat 20 15:00League TwoNotts CountyAway
Sat 27 15:00League TwoCreweHome

Colchester United Previous Results

DateMatchResultScoreCompetition
09 Aug 2023Cardiff City v Colchester UnitedL2-2 (3-0)League Cup
12 Aug 2023Bradford City v Colchester UnitedL2-1League Two
15 Aug 2023Colchester United v AFC WimbledonL0-2League Two
19 Aug 2023Colchester United v Milton Keynes DonsL2-3League Two
26 Aug 2023Gillingham v Colchester UnitedW0-3League Two
02 Sep 2023Walsall v Colchester UnitedL1-0League Two
09 Sep 2023Colchester United v Tranmere RoversW2-0League Two
16 Sep 2023Colchester United v Mansfield TownD1-1League Two
19 Sep 2023Colchester United v Tottenham Hotspur AcademyL0-5Football League Trophy
23 Sep 2023Crewe Alexandra v Colchester UnitedL2-1League Two
30 Sep 2023Colchester United v Notts CountyW5-4League Two

Popular Questions

When was Colchester United FC founded?

Colchester United Football Club was founded in 1937, as a successor to the amateur Colchester Town club.

What is Colchester United FC's home ground?

Colchester United Football Club plays its home matches at the JobServe Community Stadium, which has a capacity of around 10,000 spectators.

Has Colchester United FC ever played in the Premier League?

No, Colchester United Football Club has never played in the Premier League, which is the top tier of English football. The club has spent most of its history in the lower leagues, with occasional stints in the second tier (Championship) and third tier (League One).

Manager History

PeriodManagerCountryborn
06/03/2023 - 30/06/2024Ben GarnerEngland19/05/1980
23/02/2023 - 05/03/2023Ross EmbletonEngland09/11/1981
30/09/2022 - 21/02/2023Matt BloomfieldEngland08/02/1984
20/09/2022 - 25/09/2022Steve BallEngland02/09/1969
20/01/2022 - 18/09/2022Wayne BrownEngland20/08/1977
31/03/2021 - 19/01/2022Hayden MullinsEngland27/03/1979
24/02/2021 - 30/03/2021Wayne BrownEngland20/08/1977
28/07/2020 - 23/02/2021Steve BallEngland02/09/1969
01/07/2016 - 30/06/2020John McGrealEngland02/06/1972
27/04/2016 - 04/05/2016David WrightEngland01/05/1980
21/12/2015 - 26/04/2016Kevin KeenEngland25/02/1967
27/11/2015 - 20/12/2015Richard HallEngland14/03/1972
01/09/2014 - 26/11/2015Tony HumesEngland19/03/1966
25/09/2012 - 31/08/2014Joe DunneIreland25/05/1973
31/05/2010 - 24/09/2012John WardEngland07/04/1951
01/09/2009 - 30/06/2010Aidy BoothroydEngland08/02/1971
19/08/2009 - 31/08/2009Joe DunneIreland25/05/1973
10/10/2008 - 18/08/2009Paul LambertScotland07/08/1969
23/09/2008 - 09/10/2008Kit SymonsWales08/03/1971
28/07/2006 - 22/09/2008Geraint WilliamsWales05/01/1962
25/02/2003 - 14/06/2006Phil ParkinsonEngland01/12/1967
29/01/2003 - 25/02/2003Geraint WilliamsWales05/01/1962
28/01/1999 - 25/08/1999Mick WadsworthEngland03/11/1950
12/01/1995 - 21/01/1999Steve WignallEngland17/09/1954
27/12/1994 - 11/01/1995Dale RobertsEngland08/10/1956
01/07/1994 - 26/12/1994George BurleyScotland03/06/1956
01/07/1991 - 30/06/1994Roy McDonoughEngland16/10/1958
01/07/1990 - 30/06/1991Ian AtkinsEngland16/01/1957
03/01/1990 - 09/05/1990Mick MillsEngland04/01/1949
10/04/1986 - 31/10/1987Mike WalkerWales28/11/1945
01/07/1975 - 30/06/1982Bobby RobertsScotland02/09/1940
01/07/1972 - 19/06/1975Jim SmithEngland17/10/1940
01/06/1968 - 30/09/1972Dick GrahamEngland06/05/1922
01/07/1964 - 30/06/1968Neil FranklinEngland24/01/1922
01/07/1948 - 02/05/1953Jimmy AllenEngland16/10/1909
01/07/1946 - 30/06/1948Ted FentonEngland07/11/1914
01/07/1937 - 30/06/1939Ted DavisEngland00/00/1892

Colchester United Trophies

HonourPositionYear
League Division FourRunner-up1961-62
ConferenceWinner1991-92
FA TrophyWinner1992
Football League TrophyRunner-up1996-97
League OneRunner-up2005-06

Summary

Colchester United Football Club was founded in 1937 and has a long history in English football, starting in the lower leagues and eventually making their way to the second tier, the Championship. The club has had periods of success, including winning the Football League Trophy in 1996 and reaching the fifth round of the FA Cup in 1971.

In terms of their style of play, Colchester United has traditionally been known for their direct and physical approach, relying on a strong defensive foundation and quick counter-attacks. However, in recent years, the club has been shifting towards a more possession-based style of play, with an emphasis on playing out from the back and building attacks patiently.

Overall, Colchester United’s style of play has evolved over time, but they have always prided themselves on their hard work and determination on the pitch.

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