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League Two | Sat 10 Oct, 15:00

Newport County v Colchester Stats

Data last updated: Sat 10 Oct 2026, 15:56 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Newport County hosts Colchester in a League Two clash where both teams sit mid-table with 10 points each, but Newport holds a slight edge in recent form and defensive solidity. Newport has managed to keep their goals conceded low, averaging just 0.6 per game, while Colchester has struggled defensively, conceding 1.8 on average. The match shapes up as a tactical battle with Newport likely to leverage their home advantage and more balanced defensive record to press for a win. Colchester's higher goal concession rate and inconsistent form suggest Newport can capitalize on defensive lapses to secure victory.

BT4Y best bet

Newport County to Win

  • Newport County has a of 58.6% to win, offering strong value at 2.62 .
  • Colchester concedes 1.8 goals per game compared to Newport's 0.6, highlighting defensive vulnerability.
  • Newport averages 11.8 shots per game with 3.6 on target, indicating decent attacking threat.
  • Colchester's BTTS rate is 80%, but Newport's defensive discipline suggests a lower-scoring game favoring a home win.
  • Head-to-head average goals stand at 2.2, supporting a competitive but controlled match environment.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model favors Newport County to win due to their superior defensive record and slightly better recent form compared to Colchester. Newport's ability to limit goals against to 0.6 per game contrasts with Colchester's 1.8, indicating a defensive edge. The home side's attacking metrics, including nearly 12 shots per game and a solid shots-on-target rate, complement this advantage. The of 2.62 imply a 38.2% chance, which is significantly lower than the model's 58.6% probability, presenting a clear value opportunity without major price warnings.

Defensive StrengthNewport concedes 0.6 goals per game vs Colchester's 1.8
Strong positive
Recent FormNewport earned 6 points recently vs Colchester's 3
Positive
Attacking ThreatNewport averages 11.8 shots and 3.6 shots on target per game
Positive
Market ValueOdds imply 38.2% chance vs model 58.6% chance
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Newport County's disciplined defense and home advantage give them a tactical edge over Colchester, whose defensive frailties have been exposed recently. The data supports Newport's likelihood to secure a win, making them the favored side in this closely matched League Two fixture.

Main risk

Rotation, motivation and a slow tempo are the main cautions before treating the result price as settled.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Match outcome

“Newport County's defensive resilience combined with their home form creates a strong foundation for victory against a Colchester side that struggles to contain attacks consistently.”

Key Data Signals

Newport County to Win evidence

Newport County has a of 58.6% to win, offering strong value at 2.62 .

Colchester concedes 1.8 goals per game compared to Newport's 0.6, highlighting defensive vulnerability.

Newport averages 11.8 shots per game with 3.6 on target, indicating decent attacking threat.

Colchester's BTTS rate is 80%, but Newport's defensive discipline suggests a lower-scoring game favoring a home win.

What To Watch In The Data

Newport County to Win notes

  • Over the last ten head-to-head matches, the average goals scored is 2.2, indicating a moderately scoring fixture.
  • Newport's lower over 2.5 goals rate (20%) compared to Colchester's (40%) suggests a tendency towards tighter games, with tempo and defensive control likely to limit goal volume in this encounter.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Newport County0.6
Avg goals scored
Colchester1
Newport County0.6
Avg goals conceded
Colchester1.8
Newport County40%
BTTS rate
Colchester80%
Newport County20%
Over 2.5 goals
Colchester40%
Best odds for this sectionUnder 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 60% vs implied 50% · edge +10.4 pts
2
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 67%
1.67
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 62%
1.25
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 44%
1.8
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BTTS NoBetUK guide price · model 37%
2.1
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 26%
3
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Both teams to score appears unlikely given Newport's strong defensive record, conceding only 0.6 goals per game, and Colchester's defensive struggles may be mitigated by Newport's control. The low BTTS rate for Newport (40%) versus Colchester's high rate (80%) suggests a controlled scoring environment favoring a low-scoring match.

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Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Newport County

DWDDL
Last 51W 3D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 4D 3L
03 Oct 2026A Gillingham0-0
26 Sep 2026H Grimsby2-1
19 Sep 2026A Accrington ST0-0
12 Sep 2026H Fleetwood Town1-1
05 Sep 2026A Northampton0-1

Colchester

DDDLL
Last 50W 3D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 4D 2L
26 Sep 2026A Shrewsbury2-2
19 Sep 2026H Cheltenham1-1
12 Sep 2026H Crewe1-1
05 Sep 2026A Swindon Town1-3
01 Sep 2026A Bristol Rovers0-2
Market aligned with main pickNewport County to WinBetfred guide price · Model 54% vs implied 39% · edge +15 pts
2.6
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Home / DrawBetMGM guide price · model 82%
1.5
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Newport County Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 67%
1.9
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Newport County has collected 6 points recently, showing better momentum than Colchester's 3 points. Their improved defensive solidity and ability to create chances underpin this form, suggesting Newport is more likely to capitalize on opportunities and maintain control throughout the match.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickNewport County to WinBetfred guide price · Model 54% vs implied 39% · edge +15 pts
2.6
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Newport County Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 67%
1.9
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 67%
1.67
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 58%
1.57
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 44%
1.8
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The 53.5% for Newport County to Win sits against roughly 38.5% implied by the current price (+15 pts). Newport County have the stronger recent points return, taking 6 points from the sample compared with 3 for Colchester.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

20%Newport County Over 2.5
40%Colchester Over 2.5
2.2H2H avg goals
Over the last ten head-to-head matches, the average goals scored is 2.2, indicating a moderately scoring fixture. Newport's lower over 2.5 goals rate (20%) compared to Colchester's (40%) suggests a tendency towards tighter games, with tempo and defensive control likely to limit goal volume in this encounter.

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