Crewe Alexandra U21 vs Colchester United U21 preview and prediction
The match
The Professional Development League sees Crewe Alexandra U21 take on Colchester United U21 on Monday 23 March, kicking off at 14:00 (WAT) at Mornflake Stadium.
Form guide
Crewe Alexandra U21's last 5: WDLLD Most recently they beat Bristol City U21 4–3 away. They average 1.5 scored and 2.2 conceded.
Colchester United U21's last 5: LDWLL Most recently they lost to Queens Park Rangers U21 3–4 away. On the road they have won 0 and lost 3 of their last 3. Goals have not been a problem: 2.7 per game.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 4.1 goals: 2.2 for Crewe Alexandra U21 and 1.9 for Colchester United U21. Expect chances at both ends: over 2.5 sits at 77% and both teams to score at 74%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: Crewe Alexandra U21 45%, draw 19%, Colchester United U21 36%.
Both teams to score: yes (74%) at 1.30.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 74% chance at odds of 1.30. Predicted score: Crewe Alexandra U21 2–1 Colchester United U21. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Crewe Alexandra U2145%fair 2.24 · @2.30
Draw19%fair 5.22 · @3.70
Colchester United U2136%fair 2.76 · @2.45
4.09Expected goals
2.15Crewe Alexandra U21 xG
1.94Colchester United U21 xG
74%Both score
77%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
2–18%
2–27%
1–17%
1–27%
3–15%
3–25%
From our goals model: Crewe Alexandra U21 2.2 – 1.9 Colchester United U21 expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
Every market, with fair odds
Market
Most likely
Chance
Fair odds
Bookmaker
Match result
Crewe Alexandra U21 to win✓
45%
2.24
2.30
Double chance
Either team to win✓
81%
1.24
1.25
Both teams to score
Both teams to score✗
74%
1.35
1.30
Over/under 1.5 goals
Over 1.5 goals✓
91%
1.09
–
Over/under 2.5 goals
Over 2.5 goals✗
77%
1.29
–
Over/under 3.5 goals
Over 3.5 goals✗
58%
1.71
–
Half-time result
Crewe Alexandra U21 ahead at half-time✓
36%
2.76
–
Half-time / full-time
HT Crewe Alexandra U21 / FT Crewe Alexandra U21✓
27%
3.66
–
Correct score
Correct score 2–1✗
8%
13.30
–
Form
Crewe Alexandra U21 – last 6
WDLLDL
17 Mar
@ Bristol City U21
4–3
W
10 Mar
@ Huddersfield Town U21
1–1
D
6 Mar
@ Barnsley U21
0–1
L
2 Mar
vs Wigan Athletic U21
1–3
L
23 Feb
vs Peterborough United U21
3–3
D
17 Feb
@ Fleetwood Town U21
0–2
L
1.5Scored / game
2.2Conceded / game
67%Both scored
50%Over 2.5
Colchester United U21 – last 6
LDWLLW
20 Mar
@ Queens Park Rangers U21
3–4
L
17 Mar
vs Hull City U21
2–2
D
9 Mar
vs Swansea City U21
3–1
W
5 Mar
@ Burnley U21
2–5
L
24 Feb
@ Cardiff City U21
1–4
L
13 Feb
vs Watford U21
5–2
W
2.7Scored / game
3.0Conceded / game
100%Both scored
100%Over 2.5
Head to head
No previous meetings on record between Crewe Alexandra U21 and Colchester United U21.
What is the prediction for Crewe Alexandra U21 vs Colchester United U21?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 74% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.30.
Who will win Crewe Alexandra U21 vs Colchester United U21?
On our numbers Crewe Alexandra U21 have a 45% chance of winning, the draw 19% and Colchester United U21 36%.
How many goals will there be in Crewe Alexandra U21 vs Colchester United U21?
We expect about 4.1 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 77% likely and both teams score 74% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Crewe Alexandra U21 vs Colchester United U21?
Our predicted score is Crewe Alexandra U21 2–1 Colchester United U21, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 4.1 goals in total.
When is Crewe Alexandra U21 vs Colchester United U21?
Crewe Alexandra U21 vs Colchester United U21 (Professional Development League) kicks off on Monday 23 March 2026 at 14:00 (West Africa Time) at Mornflake Stadium.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
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