Southampton advance in EFL Cup with win over Colchester
Southampton secured their place in the second round of the EFL Cup with a 2-0 victory over Colchester United. Cyle Larin scored on his return from World Cup duty, while Romeo Akachukwu added a late second.
How did Southampton overcome Colchester?
The Saints faced early pressure from Colchester, who forced goalkeeper Daniel Peretz into several saves. However, Southampton improved after the break, with Larin heading in Ryan Manning’s cross in the 70th minute. Akachukwu sealed the win with a composed finish in stoppage time.
Key moments in the match
Colchester had the better chances in the first half, with Jack Tucker’s header cleared off the line. Southampton grew into the game, with Flynn Downes striking the woodwork before Larin’s breakthrough. The U’s threatened late, but Anderson’s header went wide.
What’s next for Colchester?
Colchester will now turn their attention to their League Two campaign, with their next fixture against Gillingham away on 2027-02-27. They currently sit 6th in the table.
