Match Discussion: Game 41 - The U's (A) Live

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Game 41 - The U's (A)

Team: Colchester United

Date: 05/04/2025

Where: Colchester Community Stadium

What line-up should Stuart Maynard opt for? What will be the key areas for the Magpies to get a victory? What do you think the final score will be?

Have your say below, join in with the Pride of Nottingham match discussion.

[Robbie 𝕏 @Robbie_NCFC]

So we are now down to the last six games of the regular league season. Notts have managed to get themselves back into the promotion mix with a couple of wins on the bounce.

The first of those six games is as tough as they come in this league. Colchester lie in 9th place just three points off a playoff place. They have everything to play for, so they will be a very tough nut to crack.

Colchester have a similar home record to Notts this season. They have lost five matches just like Notts & have a similar defensive record at home, conceding only 15 goals.

Colchester are similar to Notts in their footballing style. They like to control the game by possession based football.

This may help Notts as Colchester will want to be on the front foot & this may create space for the Notts players when attacking.

It Notts can remain tight at the back & exploit the space left by Colchester, it could help to facilitate a positive result for Notts.

I wonder if Stuart will keep the same side that started against the Dons. Notts did very well when using the high press on Wednesday. I wouldn't be surprised if Jatta was on the bench early doors for Notts in a tactical move from Maynard.

[CliftonMagpie]

I know Colchester's ground is in the middle of nowhere, but it's quite a nice stadium for a modern one. It's easy to reach, leaving is hassle-free, and the match atmosphere isn't too bad. I wish I could be attending, but I'll have to wait for next season now. Notts should be able to maintain their current form. I think a lot depends on keeping David McGoldrick available and ensuring the players defend like they can while minimising mistakes.

[Robbie 𝕏 @Robbie_NCFC]

Just some useful stats to bear in mind before the match.

Only Colchester & AFC Wimbledon have kept more clean sheets than Notts County this term, & that rear guard effort has been crucial to Notts's impressive form on the road.

Notts County's previous victory away at Newport County last Saturday was their ninth of the campaign away from Meadow Lane, & they have now taken 33 points from their 20 away games, a total which is the highest of anyone in League Two & accounts for over 50% of their current points total.

Source Google.

It is noteworthy that Colchester are one of two teams that have more clean sheets this term than Notts, however they have lost five matches at home, the same as Notts, so it will be fascinating to see who wins this battle. I do hope it is Notts because that would be so massive.

[Robbie 𝕏 @Robbie_NCFC]

Stuart's team to face Colchester.

Another injury Abbott out injured.

Jatta back in the starting eleven.

Jones on the bench.

Hinchy replaces Abbott. 

[Robbie 𝕏 @Robbie_NCFC]

Kick off.

CMON U PIES!!!

Update 

Goal to Colchester 

Half Time 

Back underway 

Update.

 

[Fan of Big Tone 𝕏 @mainstandpie]

A scrappy second half and Notts are losing 1-0 only injury time left.

Six minutes to equalise. COME ON!

[Fan of Big Tone 𝕏 @mainstandpie]

 

[Morten Johansen]

How we missed Abbott today on this rough and difficult pitch.

Disappointing result.

[Robbie 𝕏 @Robbie_NCFC]

It's a dissapointing result today but Notts  are still in the mix & a couple of wins should see Notts win a playoff place, then anything can happen.

Abbott was a big loss for us today. The injuries have been a big factor this season. We've had our best player out for most of the season, & our best central midfielder before he got injured.

Stuart Maynard has worked miracles with the players that he's had available to stay in contention & no matter what happens , the team have improved from last season.

The continued criticism of Maynard when Notts have a loss is totally unfair in my opinion. Notts are at home to Salford next Friday & Notts at their best should get three points from it.

Up to date table.  Notts in sixth place, six points ahead of Colchester who are in eighth place with 5 games left 

 

[gtownjohnno]

Seems like the Referee didn't do us any favours today....allegedly hes reffed in the Prem and Championship already this season.......wasn't Jarvis fouled in the build up to their goal?????