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Northampton and Colchester meet on 24 October 2026 · 12:30 at Sixfields Stadium (Northampton), under referee S. Jackson. Northampton (46%) are favourites in our book. Scroll on for our tip, the chance of each result, team news and our analysis.
Northampton vs Colchester: odds from several bookmakers
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top odds available | 2.10 | 3.30 | 3.84 |
| Market average | 2.03 | 3.25 | 3.70 |
| Lowest odds | 1.99 | 3.20 | 3.50 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.39 | 1.36 | 68.3% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 2.17 | 2.14 | 43.8% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 1.70 | 1.67 | 56.2% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 4.10 | 3.84 | 24.2% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.91 | 1.89 | 49.2% |
| BTTS – no | 1.90 | 1.83 | 50.8% |
Our odds combine the prices of several bookmakers and were refreshed 24/10/26, 10:04. Use them for guidance only, since one operator may quote differently. The margin averages 7.1%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Northampton 1–1 Colchester, roughly 2 goals in total.
- Table: Northampton 20th (14 points), Colchester 23rd (12 points).
- H2H: 10 matches: Northampton 8W 0D 2L, goals 17–11.
- Absences: Northampton 0, Colchester 0.
Who will win Northampton vs Colchester?
To reach this estimate we remove the margin from several bookmakers' odds. Nothing about the outcome is guaranteed.
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Fair odds = 1 / probability. Whenever the best odds on offer top the fair odds, that price is value. Likely: ≥ 60%; possible: 50–60%; outsider: anything under 50%.
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Northampton vs Colchester: injuries, suspensions, absences
Northampton
- No reported absences
Colchester
- No reported absences
Absences can still change up to kick-off.
Northampton vs Colchester: form and table
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Salford City | 14 | 10-1-3 | 25:15 | 31 |
| 2 |  Barnet | 13 | 7-5-1 | 28:18 | 26 |
| 3 |  Walsall | 13 | 5-7-1 | 21:12 | 22 |
| 4 |  Crewe | 14 | 5-7-2 | 17:17 | 22 |
| 5 |  Cheltenham | 14 | 6-3-5 | 23:25 | 21 |
| 6 |  Grimsby | 14 | 5-5-4 | 24:18 | 20 |
| 7 |  York | 14 | 5-5-4 | 24:21 | 20 |
| 8 |  Gillingham | 14 | 5-5-4 | 20:19 | 20 |
| 9 |  Accrington ST | 14 | 4-7-3 | 23:17 | 19 |
| 10 |  Chesterfield | 14 | 5-4-5 | 24:21 | 19 |
| 11 |  Tranmere | 14 | 4-7-3 | 19:17 | 19 |
| 12 |  Exeter City | 14 | 5-4-5 | 11:9 | 19 |
| 13 |  Swindon Town | 14 | 5-4-5 | 15:17 | 19 |
| 14 |  Newport County | 14 | 4-6-4 | 20:17 | 18 |
| 15 |  Shrewsbury | 14 | 5-3-6 | 17:22 | 18 |
| 16 |  Fleetwood Town | 14 | 4-5-5 | 18:18 | 17 |
| 17 |  Bristol Rovers | 14 | 5-1-8 | 17:23 | 16 |
| 18 |  Port Vale | 12 | 4-3-5 | 10:14 | 15 |
| 19 |  Rochdale | 14 | 4-3-7 | 17:26 | 15 |
| 20 | Northampton | 12 | 3-5-4 | 9:9 | 14 |
| 21 |  Oldham | 13 | 3-3-7 | 14:19 | 12 |
| 22 |  Rotherham | 14 | 2-6-6 | 18:25 | 12 |
| 23 | Colchester | 13 | 2-6-5 | 12:19 | 12 |
| 24 |  Crawley Town | 12 | 2-3-7 | 13:21 | 9 |
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Northampton vs Colchester: our match analysis
Why this is our tip
- Table. Northampton: 20th, 14 points from 12 matches (3W 5D 4L). Colchester: 23rd, 12 points (2W 6D 5L).
- Head to head. Head to head over 10 meetings: Northampton 8 wins, Colchester 2 wins, plus 0 draws; goals 17–11.
What to expect
We see a fairly level contest. The projected scoreline is 1–1, close to 2 goals in the game, and the outcome we rate highest is 1–1 (12.7%). We see a fairly level contest.
On goals we like Under 2.5 goals (odds 1.70), with a probability of 56% by our reckoning. By our numbers, both teams scoring is 49% and over 2.5 goals is 44%.
Main points of the prediction
- Meetings: 10; Northampton 8 wins, 0 draws, Colchester 2 wins.
- Average goals in their meetings: 2.8 per match.
- Projected: close to 2 goals; probability of over 2.5 goals 44%.
- Not available: Northampton 0, Colchester 0.
Alternative tip: Both teams score: no
Other option: Both teams score: no (probability 51%, odds up to 1.90). We project close to 2 goals, which points the same way.
Absences
Not available for Northampton: no absences. Not available for Colchester: no absences. Line-ups can still change, so look at the team news again before kick-off.
Northampton vs Colchester: head to head
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Northampton vs Colchester: common questions
Which bet do we recommend for Northampton vs Colchester?
On the result, our pick is Northampton to win (2.10); on goals, Under 2.5 goals (1.70). Prefer less risk? Go for Northampton or draw (1X).
Who will win Northampton vs Colchester?
As we see it: Northampton to win 46%, the draw 29%, Colchester to win 25%.
What is the kick-off time and venue?
24 October 2026, 12:30, at Sixfields Stadium, Northampton. Referee: S. Jackson.
Who will be missing?
Northampton: no absences. Colchester: no absences. Absences can still change up to kick-off.
Will the game go over 2.5 goals?
We give over 2.5 goals a 44% chance (odds 2.17), against 56% for under 2.5 (odds 1.70).
Will both teams score?
By our numbers, both sides scoring is 49% (odds 1.91).
What correct score is most probable?
In order: 1–1 (12.7%), 1–0 (12.7%), 0–1 (9.1%).
Where do your predictions come from?
It all starts with bookmaker odds: we take prices from several firms, remove the margin, average them and convert the result into probabilities. A Poisson model then supplies the expected goals and the most probable scorelines. Form, previous meetings and absences are shown alongside as background. We share our predictions to inform you, and they cannot promise that a bet will win.
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