Colchester vs Cambridge Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 19 Aug 2025

League Two Betting Preview: Colchester vs Cambridge

Colchester host Cambridge in this League Two match at JobServe Community Stadium, with kick-off set for 02:45 on Wednesday 20 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and confirmed lineups.

The Teams Might Struggle to Score Big

There’s a case for betting Under 2.5 on the Total Goals market. The numbers suggest that Colchester and Cambridge might struggle to exceed this total and the odds of 1.65 look more than fair.

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Teams Drew 1-1 in Previous H2H Clash

Colchester United won their last game 2-0. This was an away victory at The Croud Meadow against Shrewsbury Town.

Cambridge United drew 1-1 in their previous game. This was at home against Harrogate Town at Abbey Stadium.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Cambridge have not lost any of the past four matches against Colchester, with the last encounter seeing a 1-1 draw played out at JobServe Community Stadium. The previous 5 H2H meetings have involved three Cambridge wins, a single draw and one Colchester victory.

League Two		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
13	Cambridge	8	3	2	3	9	8	1	9:8	11
19	Colchester	8	1	4	3	7	9	-2	7:9	7

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Confirmed Lineups

Colchester confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Matt Macey (GK), Kane Vincent-Young, Jack Tucker, Tom Flanagan, Rob Hunt, Teddy Bishop, Arthur Read, Oscar Thorn, Jack Payne, Adrian Akande, Samson Tovide.

Cambridge confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Jake Eastwood (GK), Liam Bennett, Mamadou Jobe, Kelland Watts, Ben Purrington, Pelly-Ruddock Mpanzu, Dominic Ball, Elias Kachunga, Sullay Kaikai, James Brophy, Louis Appere.

Colchester vs Cambridge Prediction & Betting Tips

We cover the key Colchester vs Cambridge betting angles, showcasing our expert match prediction, correct score selection and a bet builder tailored for the best value.

Match Prediction

We anticipate a low goal count when it comes to this League Two encounter. The betting sites provide the opportunity to wager on Under 2.5 and the price of 1.65 looks really attractive.

Our job is to consult the latest League Two team news in order to produce the best football predictions. Then we crack on with the job of analysing the stats that are going to be the most effective.

Key Colchester vs Cambridge league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 4 Colchester games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Colchester games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 14 of the last 20 Colchester games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 2 of the last 3 Cambridge games.

Under 2.5 Probability

If you go by the best football betting sites, our pick has a 60.6% chance of delivering a return. However, our experts have this number between 65-70% based on their in-depth research. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Colchester 1 - 1 Cambridge

There’s plenty of juice to be found by backing the two teams to draw 1-1. We can’t pass up the odds of 5.75 when it comes to correct score betting and it’s a fun wager.

Colchester vs Cambridge Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Betting Sites Predicting a Tight Affair

The draw is available at 3.15 if you believe that this League Two clash will finish level, with Colchester United at 2.48 and Cambridge United chalked up at 2.88 with the bookmakers to secure a win of their own.

If you fancy Colchester to win, then the 2.05 for them on the Asian Handicap -0.25 is a potential wager. You get a full payout if they beat Cambridge and half your stake back if it ends in a draw.

If you’re anticipating that two goals or less will be netted throughout the contest, then Under 2.5 Goals is a definite runner. If you think at least one side will keep a clean sheet, then Both Teams to Score No is 1.75.

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Yet Another Home Draw for Colchester?

Colchester haven’t tasted defeat in four consecutive matches at JobServe Community Stadium. The Essex club have five victories, four draws and one defeat in the last 10 home matches, netting an average of 1.20 goals per game and conceding 0.60.

Cambridge have recorded five defeats, three victories and two draws in the previous 10 away matches, netting an average of 1.10 goals per game and conceding 1.50.

When the sides last met at JobServe Community Stadium, Colchester drew 1-1 with Cambridge.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Colchester Home Stats		5-4-1	1.80	1.20	0.60	4	6	5	5
Cambridge Away Stats		3-2-5	2.60	1.10	1.50	5	5	6	4

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

Colchester vs Cambridge Lineups & Team News

Avoid surprises — review the Colchester vs Cambridge team news before you bet. We’ll bring you the expected and confirmed lineups for League Two along with up-to-date injury news.

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