A place in the third round of the EFL Cup is at stake as Colchester United and Brentford square off against each other on Wednesday 28 August. View our free Colchester vs Brentford predictions below.
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Colchester vs Brentford predictions: Goals at both ends
Key stats
- Both teams were on the scoresheet in six of the last eight encounters between these teams.
- Eight of Brentford's last nine matches featured goals at both ends.
- Brentford have lost just twice in their last 11 clashes with Colchester United (W6, D3).
- Over three goals were scored on average in Colchester's last five matches, and Brentford's last nine games.
Correct score prediction: Colchester 1-3 Brentford
Brentford won three of the last four skirmishes between these teams, and two of those victories were by a 3-1 scoreline.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Brentford are overwhelming favourites
- HOME:8/1 (9.00) – 11.1%
- DRAW:9/2 (5.5) – 18.2%
- AWAY:3/10 (1.30) – 76.9%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
To be fair, Colchester United have put up some solid results in recent weeks, with four wins in their last six matches. However, compared to the teams they faced in that six-game stretch, Brentford will be a bigger fish to fry.
Considering the difference in quality between these squads, it is no surprise that Brentford are the expected winners at 3/10 (1.30). Teams with these odds usually have a 76.9% probability of winning.
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It is also worth mentioning that Colchester United opened the scoring in nine of their last 10 games across all competitions. On that note, Colchester to score first has an appealing look at 14/5 (3.80). That one has a 26.3% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Business as usual for Brentford?
Brentford knocked Colchester United out of this tournament at this same stage two years ago. They have three wins in the last four meetings between these sides. Although these teams have squared off against each other on many occasions, they have met just once in the last decade.
England EFL Cup 23/08/22
Colchester
Brentford
Colchester preview: Eyeing their biggest win in five years
The last time Colchester held their own against a Premier League side was in September 2019, when they defeated Tottenham on penalties. There are no major injury concerns for the hosts.
Predicted lineup: Macey (GK), Hunt, Flanagan, Iandolo, Woodyard, Egbo, Bishop, Payne, Gordon, Hopper & Tovide.
England League 2 03/05/25
D
Barrow
0
Colchester
0
England League 2 26/04/25
L
Salford City
4
Colchester
1
England League 2 21/04/25
L
Doncaster
3
Colchester
0
England League 2 18/04/25
D
Crewe
0
Colchester
0
England League 2 12/04/25
W
Newport County
0
Colchester
2
Brentford preview: Hoping to get back to winning ways
On the other hand, Rico Henry (knee), Joshua Da Silva (knee), and Aaron Hickey (hamstring) are all ruled out of this game due to injuries.
Predicted lineup: Flekken (GK), Ajer, Pinnock, Collins, Roerslev, Lewis-Potter, Janelt, Norgaard, Jensen, Mbeumo & Wissa.
England Premier League 10/05/25
W
Ipswich
0
Brentford
1
England Premier League 04/05/25
W
Man Utd
3
Brentford
4
England Premier League 01/05/25
W
Nottm Forest
0
Brentford
2
England Premier League 19/04/25
W
Brighton
2
Brentford
4
England Premier League 12/04/25
D
Arsenal
1
Brentford
1
Player to watch: Jack Payne
Jack Payne joined Colchester United on a free transfer from Charlton Athletic this summer, and he has been the team's best player without a doubt. The 29-year-old has six direct goal involvements (3 goals, 3 assists) in five appearances for Colchester United this season. It will be interesting to see how he performs against a Premier League side.