Colchester United FC and Rochdale AFC are set to meet at JobServe Community Stadium on Saturday 29th August, with both clubs looking to build momentum after recent matches. The fee for the 2026/27 Macron Home Kit is available in the Club Shop, and First Time U’s certificates are offered for first-time attendees, with Eddie the Eagle associated with the club.
Where he fits in the current squad
Ian Henderson, who made 129 appearances for Colchester United FC in the early 2010s and scored 26 goals with nine assists, is expected to play a key role in the matchday squad. His experience adds depth as Colchester United FC aims to maintain their position in the top five of League Two, currently standing 5th with 4 points from 2 games, a recent form of WD.
How the fixture fits into the season
Colchester United FC had a midweek away fixture against Bristol Rovers on Tuesday 1st September, with tickets available until Sunday, and an away fixture against Swindon Town on Saturday 5th September, with tickets available until Thursday. The Club Shop and Fanzone were open from around midday on matchday, offering traditional matchday food including pies, burgers, and hotdogs, with Molson-Coors and Carling as the Official Pouring Rights Partner.
Key players to watch
Harry Anderson scored a second-half equaliser against Oldham Athletic in their previous match, while Lewis Temple scored an own goal in stoppage time. Kien Connolly made his senior debut against Oldham Athletic and is expected to retain his place in the matchday squad. Rochdale AFC, managed by Ian Watson, who previously managed South Shields in the National League North, lost 3-0 away to Newport County in their opening League Two fixture and 1-2 at home to Crawley Town in their second fixture.
What this means next
Colchester United FC and Rochdale AFC last met in September 2022 at JobServe Community Stadium, with Devante Rodney scoring a first-half penalty for Rochdale AFC in a 1-0 win. The Club Shop and Fanzone were open from around midday on matchday, with the Fanzone including seating inside and outside Hotshots Café and the Legends Bar, and Sky Sports shown throughout. Traditional matchday food including pies, burgers, and hotdogs was available, and Molson-Coors and Carling became the Official Pouring Rights Partner for Colchester United FC.
The context
Colchester United FC and Rochdale AFC are both in League Two, with Colchester United FC currently 5th in League Two, 4 pts, 1W-1D-0L from 2 games, recent form WD, 4 scored, 3 conceded (+1 goal difference), 2 points behind leaders Barnet. The match is a key fixture for both teams as they aim to build momentum in the early stages of the season.
