Opening the Season at the JobServe Community Stadium
Colchester United will take on Oldham Athletic in their first home league match of the season on Saturday, with Danny Cowley urging the Latics’ supporters to come out in force. The U’s are looking to secure their first League Two win after a tough start to the campaign.
Injury Concerns
Cowley admitted that the U’s have suffered a double injury blow this week. Midfielder Teddy Bishop will be sidelined for the foreseeable future with a hamstring injury, while defender Jake Leake is out with a shoulder injury. The coach stressed that the team will still fight for everything despite these setbacks.
Praise for Oldham’s Recent Form
The Colchester manager praised Oldham’s recent 2-0 victory over Port Vale and highlighted the club’s strong recruitment. He noted the signings of Ollie Norburn, Gus Scott-Morriss and young Keenan Appiah-Forson from Southend, and complimented manager Micky Mellon for keeping a cohesive group together.
A Call for Support
"Since the moment we came here, the feeling and the connection in this stadium has always been good," Cowley said. "I’ve always felt like it’s never 11v11, because of the support of the crowd. We’re going to need them more than ever - that is just the truth."
Determined Performance Ahead of the Match
Cowley promised a "really determined, really resilient performance" from his side, adding that the U’s are ready to face adversity head-on. He added that the team is aware of the challenge and is committed to giving their best to honour the club and its supporters.
Looking Ahead
Colchester United will be hoping to turn their injury woes into a catalyst for a strong showing against a well-assembled Oldham side. The match will take place at the JobServe Community Stadium on Saturday, with both teams eager to set a positive tone for the rest of the season.
