Our prediction for this League 2 match:
Grimsby
Match Time & Date:
23/11/2024
13:30
Prediction: 2-1
Colchester
Grimsby will be aiming to retain their spot in top seven when they take on Colchester United on Matchday 17. The Mariners are eager to stay in the playoffs berth and they are seen as slim favourites to win Saturday’s clash. Even though there are no fresh injury worries in the home team, Jayden Luker could sneak into the starting XI.
The U’s, on the other hand, continue with their old habit of struggling on the travels. As Colchester have yet to record a win on the road this term, we are tempted to place our bets on the promotion-chasing hosts. As Robert Hunt has yet to overcome his injury, Mandela Egbo should keep his place in Colchester’s starting XI. In their last meeting in the League Two Colchester defeated Grimsby 2-0, meaning that the hosts are eager to get their revenge on the visitors.
Highlighted Team (Grimsby):
Founded back in 1878 as Grimsby Pelham, Grimsby Town are a professional football club that compete in League Two, the English fourth tier. Grimsby Town welcome their opponents at Blundell Park, the stadium which has the capacity of 9,027 people (all seated).
The Pilgrims are well known for their black jerseys with white stripes, whilst blue is the dominant colour of their away kit. Grimsby Town made it to the FA Trophy final on two occasions (2012/13, 2015/16), but they have yet to win the title in the competition. The likes of Hull City and Scunthorpe United are regarded as the club’s main rivals.
The Pilgrims registered their biggest win on September 4, 1925, as they crushed Tranmere Rovers 8-0. Speaking of their heaviest loss, Grimsby Town were beaten by Arsenal 9-1 on January 28, 1931. Pat Glover is sitting in top position in the club’s all-time goal-scoring chart with 180 league goals on his account.
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