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Northampton meet Colchester on 24 October 2026 · 12:30 at Sixfields Stadium (Northampton), refereed by S. Jackson. Northampton (46%) are the favourites here. Our tip, result probabilities, missing players and analysis follow.
Northampton vs Colchester: the odds compared
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best available odds | 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% |
Odds collected from several bookmakers and updated 24/10/26, 10:04. They are only a guide and a single operator may offer different prices. Average margin is 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?
We base this estimate on several bookmakers' odds with the margin taken out. It is no guarantee of the outcome.
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Fair odds = 1 / probability. If the top available odds are bigger than the fair odds, there is value in the price. Likely ≥ 60%, possible 50–60%, outsider less than 50%.
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Northampton vs Colchester: who is missing
Northampton
- No reported absences
Colchester
- No reported absences
This list may be updated before kick-off.
Northampton vs Colchester: table positions and form
| # | 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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How we arrived at this tip
- Table. In the table, Northampton are 20th with 14 points after 12 matches (3W 5D 4L), whereas Colchester are 23rd with 12 points (2W 6D 5L).
- Head to head. In their 10 meetings so far, Northampton have 8 wins, Colchester have 2 wins and 0 draws have been recorded; the goals stand at 17–11.
What to expect
We think the teams are evenly matched. Our projected score is 1–1, about 2 goals combined, and 1–1 (12.7%) is the single most probable outcome. We think the teams are evenly matched.
Our tip for goals is Under 2.5 goals (odds 1.70), and our probability for it is 56%. We estimate both teams scoring at 49% and over 2.5 goals at 44%.
Prediction: key points
- Meetings: 10; Northampton 8 wins, 0 draws, Colchester 2 wins.
- Meetings between these sides have averaged 2.8 goals.
- We are expecting about 2 goals, and we give over 2.5 goals 44%.
- Absent: Northampton 0, Colchester 0.
Alternative tip: Both sides to score: no
Alternative pick: Both sides to score: no (probability 51%, best available odds 1.90). Our projection of about 2 goals is in line with it.
Absences
Northampton are missing: no absences. Colchester are without: no absences. Team news may still change, so check again before kick-off.
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What is the best tip for Northampton vs Colchester?
Our result tip is Northampton to win (odds 2.10), and our goals tip is Under 2.5 goals (odds 1.70). The safer pick is Northampton or draw (1X).
Who will win Northampton vs Colchester?
Our probabilities: Northampton to win 46%, a draw 29%, Colchester to win 25%.
What time and where is kick-off?
24 October 2026, kick-off at 12:30, at Sixfields Stadium, Northampton. Referee: S. Jackson.
Who will be missing?
Northampton: no absences. Colchester: no absences. This list may be updated before kick-off.
Will there be three or more goals?
Our probability for over 2.5 goals is 44% (odds 2.17); under 2.5 goals is at 56% (odds 1.70).
Will both teams score?
We think both teams will score with a 49% probability (odds 1.91).
What is the likeliest correct score?
Our likeliest score is 1–1 (12.7%); after that come 1–0 (12.7%) and 0–1 (9.1%).
How do you work out your predictions?
Our method begins with odds from several bookmakers: we take away the bookmaker margin and average what remains to get probabilities. A Poisson distribution then turns those into expected goals and the most probable scorelines. For context, the page also shows team form, the head to head and missing players. Treat our predictions as information, not a promise of a win.
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