Oldham vs Colchester Predictions

• Six of Colchester’s last eight League Two matches have gone under 2.5 goals
• Eight of Oldham’s final 11 games in the National League regular season went under 2.5 goals
• Five of the last nine meetings have ended in draws

Defences to dominate at Boundary Park

Oldham and Colchester both started the new League Two campaign with a draw and this could be another cagey contest at Boundary Park, where the Latics lost only three of their final 11 games in the National League last term.

Oldham forced their way through the National League playoffs, having finished fifth in the regular-season standings, and they have added plenty of quality to an experienced squad.

However, the goalless draw at MK Dons last weekend was a match of very few chances – there was just one shot on target in the whole game – and they have since been beaten 3-1 at Accrington in an EFL Cup preliminary match.

A superb strike from Kyreece Lisbie rescued Colchester a late point in a 1-1 draw at home to Tranmere in their opening game and big things are expected from Danny Cowley’s side following some strong investment.

Last season goals were the issue for Colchester, who netted only 52 times in 46 games, and six of their last eight fourth-tier matches have gone under 2.5.

Oldham saw two or fewer goals in eight of their final 11 regular-season matches in the National League and the desperation for both to get off the mark could contribute to a nervy affair.

That would enhance the chances of a draw and five of the last nine meetings between this pair have ended all-square. Correct-score punters should side with a 1-1 draw as Colu have drawn three of their last five league matches.