Oldham’s Position

Oldham Athletic sit fourth in the League Two table with three points from their opening match. They secured a 2-0 win over Port Vale, the only victory in their early campaign. The club is now in the promotion play-off zone, with the next three positions also offering a chance to move up.

Colchester’s Struggles

Colchester United occupy the 11th spot, holding just one point after a 2-0 loss to Accrington Stanley. Their season has begun poorly, and the club has lost its opening home league match in only two of the last nineteen Football League campaigns.

Head-to-Head History

The two sides have met eight times at Colchester’s home ground, with Colchester failing to win any of those fixtures. Oldham’s last encounter ended 3-1 in their favour last season, and the club is now looking for successive Football League victories over Colchester for the first time since March 2003.

Recent Form

Oldham’s last match was a 2-0 victory over Port Vale, while Colchester’s most recent outing ended 2-0 at Accrington Stanley. In cup competitions, Oldham lost 2-0 to Stoke City in the League Cup, and Colchester lost 1-0 to Stevenage in the same competition.

Historical Scores

The most recent League Two meeting on 3 April 2026 ended 3-1 in favour of Oldham. Earlier in the season, the teams drew 1-1 on 9 August 2025, and they had a 1-1 draw on 26 February 2022.

Opening Away Record

Oldham have not won any of their last nine opening away games in a campaign (four draws and five losses) since a 4-3 success over Stevenage in 2013. This record adds pressure to the upcoming fixture.

Tactical Considerations

Oldham’s recent 2-0 win over Port Vale showcased a compact defensive structure and quick counter-attacks. Colchester’s loss to Accrington Stanley highlighted defensive frailties that could be exploited.

The Stakes

A victory would keep Oldham’s promotion push alive and could be a turning point in their season. For Colchester, a win would lift them out of the bottom half and provide a morale boost.

Match Details

Date: Saturday 22 August 2026 Venue: Oldham Athletic’s home ground Time: 15:00 GMT

The match promises to be a key test for both clubs as they look to establish momentum early in the season.