Colchester United winger Oscar Thorn has been selected for the Sky Bet League Two Team of the Week. The 22-year-old loanee from Lincoln City was picked by WhoScored for his performance in the U's 2-1 victory over Oldham Athletic last Saturday. The Gazette-News reported the news this week.
Danny Cowley's side currently sit 5th in the League Two table with four points from their opening two matches. Their form reads WD, having scored four goals and conceded three for a plus-one goal difference. They are just two points behind early leaders Barnet.
How did Oscar Thorn perform against Oldham?
Oscar Thorn was the standout player for Colchester United in their home win at the JobServe Community Stadium. His most important contribution was providing the assist for Harry Anderson's headed equaliser. That goal helped turn the game around for the U's, who went on to secure a 2-1 victory. Thorn's overall display caught the eye of the statistical analysts at WhoScored, who included him in their best XI for matchday two.
This recognition comes as Thorn looks to impress for Danny Cowley's side during his loan spell. He rejoined the club earlier this summer after a previous successful loan period. In his first stint with Colchester, the former Norwich City youngster made 35 appearances across league and cup competitions. His form then earned him a permanent move to Championship side Lincoln City in the summer of 2025.
What is Colchester United's current attacking form?
The team's early-season attacking output has been solid. They have netted four times in two games, with J. Payne leading the club's scoring charts this season with 13 goals in 39 total appearances. The win over the Latics demonstrated their ability to fight back and secure results. You can track the team's progress and upcoming matches on our fixtures page and view the full squad details.
What does this mean for Thorn's loan spell?
Being named in the Team of the Week is a strong start for Oscar Thorn as he aims to cement a place in Cowley's plans. His immediate task is to maintain this level of performance to help Colchester United stay in the early promotion conversation. The team's position, just two points off the top, shows they are already in a competitive spot. Consistent contributions from players like Thorn will be important to close that gap.
The focus now shifts to building on this positive start. Colchester will want to use the momentum from the Oldham win to climb the standings. For Thorn, the challenge is to turn a single excellent performance into a consistent run of form that justifies his return to the club and aids their league ambitions.
