Newport County vs Colchester United predictions, Mar 07, 2026

Mar 01, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

English League Two, on Saturday,

Newport County

Colchester

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As Newport County prepares to host Colchester United on March 7, 2026, the match promises to be a pivotal encounter in English League Two. Recent form indicates a challenging period for Newport, who have managed just one victory in their last five outings. This slump has raised concerns over their attacking efficiency and defensive solidity, critical factors as they seek to reclaim their home advantage.

In contrast, Colchester United enters the match with a slightly stronger form, having secured two wins from their last five games. Their recent performances suggest a tactical adaptability that could exploit Newport’s vulnerabilities, especially if they can capitalize on set pieces and counter-attacks. With a significantly lower bookmaker’s odds of 1.79 for an away win compared to Newport’s 4.36, the market reflects a belief in Colchester’s superior momentum.

Statistically, our model forecasts a 20.9% chance of a Newport victory, a 26.3% likelihood of a draw, and a 52.8% probability of Colchester taking all three points. Ultimately, while Colchester appears favored based on recent form and tactical prowess, matches like these often yield unpredictable results, making it essential to consider both teams’ capacity for surprises.

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Newport
20.7%		 Draw
26.8%		 Colchester
52.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 0:1

Outrights of English League Two Colchester: 0.81%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
MarathonBet 4.48 3.52 1.77 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 4.4 3.3 1.75
Pinnacle 4.36 3.47 1.79

Latest Results

28.02.26 Fleetwood Town – Newport County – 0:0
21.02.26 Newport County – Cambridge United – 0:2
17.02.26 Salford City – Newport County – 1:3
14.02.26 Milton Keynes Dons – Newport County – 1:0
11.02.26 Swindon Town – Newport County – 2:0		 28.02.26 Colchester United – Salford City – 0:1
21.02.26 Colchester United – Barnet – 4:1
17.02.26 Cambridge United – Colchester United – 1:1
14.02.26 Barrow – Colchester United – 1:0
07.02.26 Colchester United – Shrewsbury Town – 2:0

Facts

  • The game between a mid-table team and the outsider (ranked 24 in the zone Relegation ~ National League and 12).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Newport won 1.
  • Newport is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • In recent matches, Colchester has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Recently, Newport has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, Colchester is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 19 head-to-head matches, Newport won 6 matches, drew 5 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 18:24. (average 0.9:1.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Newport won 5 matches, drew 1 match, lost 3 matches, and goals 12:9. (average 1.3:1).

    Latest Head To Head

    20.12.25 Colchester United – Newport County – 4:1
    12.04.25 Newport County – Colchester United – 0:2
    14.12.24 Colchester United – Newport County – 0:0
    29.03.24 Colchester United – Newport County – 2:1
    03.10.23 Newport County – Colchester United – 2:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Bromley 34 19 11 4 58:35 23 68
    2 Cambridge Utd 34 18 10 6 49:27 22 64
    3 MK Dons 34 17 11 6 63:34 29 62
    4 Swindon 35 19 5 11 57:41 16 62
    5 Notts Co 34 18 7 9 52:33 19 61
    6 Crewe 35 16 8 11 52:41 11 56
    7 Salford 33 17 4 12 46:43 3 55
    8 Chesterfield 34 13 14 7 52:44 8 53
    9 Barnet 35 14 11 10 44:37 7 53
    10 Walsall 33 15 8 10 42:36 6 53
    11 Grimsby 33 14 10 9 46:37 9 52
    12 Colchester 33 13 10 10 48:35 13 49
    13 Accrington 34 13 7 14 37:36 1 46
    14 Oldham 32 11 12 9 36:30 6 45
    15 Fleetwood 33 12 9 12 43:42 1 45
    16 Gillingham 33 11 11 11 41:41 0 44
    17 Shrewsbury 35 10 8 17 34:54 -20 38
    18 Cheltenham 33 10 6 17 34:55 -21 36
    19 Tranmere 34 9 8 17 46:59 -13 35
    20 Bristol Rovers 34 9 4 21 33:57 -24 31
    21 Crawley 35 6 10 19 33:56 -23 28
    22 Barrow 33 7 6 20 33:51 -18 27
    23 Harrogate 35 6 9 20 25:52 -27 27
    24 Newport 34 6 7 21 32:60 -28 25

    English League Two Outrights

    1. Bromley: 2.13 (40.14%)

    2. Cambridge Utd: 4.83 (17.72%)

    3. Milton Keynes Dons: 4.83 (17.72%)

    4. Notts County: 9.66 (8.86%)

    5. Swindon: 15 (5.7%)

    6. Salford: 23 (3.72%)

    7. Chesterfield: 100.2 (0.85%)

    8. Crewe: 100.2 (0.85%)

    9. Colchester: 105.2 (0.81%)

    10. Walsall: 110.2 (0.78%)

    11. Grimsby: 130.2 (0.66%)

    12. Barnet: 150.2 (0.57%)

    13. Fleetwood Town: 280.2 (0.31%)

    14. Oldham: 280.2 (0.31%)

    15. Accrington: 380.2 (0.23%)

    16. Gillingham: 480.2 (0.18%)

    17. Tranmere: 480.2 (0.18%)

    18. Cheltenham: 680.2 (0.13%)

    19. Shrewsbury: 680.2 (0.13%)

    20. Barrow: 980.2 (0.09%)

    21. Bristol Rovers: 980.2 (0.09%)

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