Colchester United vs Southampton Preview & Prediction | 2026-27 EFL Carabao Cup | First Round
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Colchester United of League Two welcome a Southampton side dogged in controversy following ‘Spygate.’
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Colchester United vs Southampton prediction
Southampton’s season ended acrimoniously as they were thrown out of the playoffs over ‘Spygate’. Head coach Tonda Eckert is awaiting the outcome of an FA charge against him but for now remains in charge of the Saints. They boast a squad far stronger than that of Colchester, however we don’t know if the Spygate fall out has had an effect on them across the summer.
What is certain will be the hostile reception awaiting these Southampton players and a fired-up Colchester should take the game to them here as they look to pull off an upset. With a hot crowd expected, Colchester will make life difficult for their opponents and backing both teams to score warrants serious consideration.
Colchester United vs Southampton tip: Both teams to score
