Colchester vs Crewe Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 Apr 2025

We Think Under 2.5 Goals is the Value Bet

The best strategy could be to back Under 2.5 on the Total Goals market at a price of -154. This looks like a standout wager, with Colchester and Crewe set to contest a low-scoring contest.

Goalless Draw in Most Recent H2H

Colchester United triumphed in their last game which was away from home. Newport County were beaten 2-0 at Rodney Parade.

Crewe Alexandra lost their previous game, being beaten at home to Cheltenham Town by a 3-2 scoreline at Mornflake Stadium.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Crewe are unbeaten in the past three games against Colchester, with the last clash ending in a 0-0 draw at Mornflake Stadium. The past 7 H2H matches have included three Crewe victories, three draws and one Colchester win.

League Two		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
8	Crewe	12	6	1	5	16	13	3	16:13	19
16	Colchester	12	3	5	4	18	17	1	18:17	14

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Confirmed Lineups

Colchester confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Matt Macey (GK), Mandela Egbo, Fiacre Kelleher, Tom Flanagan, Ellis Iandolo, Jamie McDonnell, Arthur Read, Oscar Thorn, Anthony Scully, Owura Edwards, Samson Tovide.

Crewe confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Filip Marschall (GK), Lewis Billington, Connor O'Riordan, Mickey Demetriou, Zac Williams, Owen Lunt, Tom Lowery, Conor Thomas, Joel Tabiner, Kane Hemmings, Max Conway.

Colchester vs Crewe Prediction & Betting Tips

We could be set for a low-scoring League Two encounter. We will therefore bet on Under 2.5 which can be backed at an eye-catching price of -154, with defences set to be on top for the most part.

Sportsgambler.com boast football expertise and that comes from knowing the team news once it’s announced. The latest form will also fuel our predictions and we make sure that the best stats are on hand.

Key Colchester vs Crewe league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 13 of the last 20 Colchester games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Colchester games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 Colchester games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Crewe games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Crewe games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 Crewe games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 games between these teams.

Under 2.5 Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 60.6% chance of winning. In the opinion of our tipsters, there’s actually a probability of success between 65-70%. This is why we can recommend this bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Colchester 1 - 0 Crewe

Let’s go for Colchester to win 1-0, a bet which is available at +575. Correct score betting provides plenty of excitement and a potentially bigger return if you win.

Colchester vs Crewe Odds

Colchester United are the +105 favourites and that means a 49% chance of winning this League Two match according to the betting odds at the bookies. For those wanting to back Crewe Alexandra, you will find +250 about this outsider.

A tight game could be on the cards and that is reflected in the short odds about Under 2.5 Goals being scored.

You can find hundreds of markets for every League Two match, with the leading football betting sites creating lots of different options. Check out the pre-game and In-Play selections before placing your bets.

Full-Time Result

1

+105

X

+235

2

+250

Half-Time Result

1

+170

X

+108

2

+290

Double Chance

1X

-400

12

-370

X2

-154

Draw No Bet

1

-213

2

+145

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-130

2 Hcp +0.25

-102

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-147

Over 2.5

+108

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-115

No

-123

Colchester vs Crewe Lineups & Team News

Make sure you know the lineups ahead of kick-off, with injuries also playing a part when it comes to Colchester vs Crewe team news.

Getting the player information you need is easy thanks to the League Two squads.

Colchester United Team Page Crewe Alexandra Team Page