Colchester United fan Si Collinson gives his views on the U's season opener against Southampton. The game was a difficult one for the U's, as they faced a Championship side in their first competitive match of the season. Despite the tough opponent, the U's played well and held their own for 70 minutes, frustrating the travelling fanbase. However, a mix-up in the 18-yard box led to a goal for Southampton, and the U's were unable to recover.
What happened?
The U's faced a difficult home tie against Southampton in their season opener. The game was a challenging one for the U's, as they faced a Championship side in their first competitive match of the season.
Why it matters for Colchester
The U's performance in this game is a good indicator of how they will do in the season. They showed that they can hold their own against a tough opponent, but they also showed that they need to work on their defensive skills.
What comes next?
The U's next fixture is against Gillingham on February 27, 2027. They will be looking to build on their performance in this game and get a win on the road.
Colchester United goalkeeper Thimothee Lo-Tutala made a strong impression in his first game for the U's. He looked assured and commanded his box well, and was vocal to the defensive line. Bradley Ihionvien also showed improvement, with some good link-up play and holding the ball up well.
However, the U's may be short in January, as Oscar Thorn's loan from Lincoln City may be cut short. Thorn has been linked with a move to a League One side, and the U's may not be able to keep him on loan for the full season.
What's next for Colchester?
The U's will be looking to build on their performance in this game and get a win on the road. They have a tough fixture against Gillingham on February 27, 2027, but they will be confident after their strong showing in this game.
