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Colchester United will take on current holders Luton Town and Peterborough United in the EFL Trophy group stages. The U's have been placed in Group D of the competition, against two League One sides.
What's at stake?
The EFL Trophy group stage will commence from early September, with the top two teams from each group progressing to the knockout stages.
Who are the opponents?
Luton Town and Peterborough United will provide tough opposition for Colchester United, with the U's looking to make a strong impression in the competition.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 12th in England League Two, 66 pts, 18W-12D-16L from 46 games |
| Last result | Cheltenham 1-4 Colchester (2026-05-02) |
What comes next?
The draw for the under-21 opponents will take place live on Sky Sports News, from 2.30pm, with former Colchester defender Luke Chambers joining former Bolton Wanderers and West Ham United midfielder Kevin Nolan to pick out the balls. And with consideration given to ensure travel time is minimised and recovery time is maximised for players, the U's will be looking to make the most of their EFL Trophy campaign. So the stage is set for an exciting competition, with Colchester United looking to build on their recent form and make a strong impression in the EFL Trophy.
