Shrewsbury vs Colchester Predictions

Shrewsbury vs Colchester is scheduled for kick off on 16 August, at 14:00. The game is set to take place at The Croud Meadow, with Michael Barlow officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Shrewsbury currently holding the 19th position in the table 17 points behind Colchester. Shrewsbury have lost 2 English Football League - League Two matches to Colchester out of the last 2 they have played. After their recent loss to Gillingham, Shrewsbury is determined to redeem themselves. Shrewsbury have won 9 of their last 23 English Football League - League Two matches at The Croud Meadow. Colchester's away record stands at 8 victories from 23 games. Following their 4-1 triumph over Cheltenham, Colchester have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Shrewsbury on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Shrewsbury have scored over 1.5 goals in 63% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 72% of games. Their total stands at 42 goals and 144 shots on target this English Football League - League Two season. Meanwhile, Colchester have scored 62 goals with 195 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 67% of matches but conceded in 76% of games.

In their last 2 head-to-head clashes, Shrewsbury scored 0 goals while Colchester scored 4 goals. Their last match on 07 February 2026 ended in 2-0 to Colchester.