Colchester United 2:3 Peterborough United — Match Report

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Owura Edwards scored one and set the tone as Peterborough United edged Colchester United 3-2 in a Club Friendly, setting up a trip to Peterborough Sports FC on July 22. A brisk pre-season contest saw both sides trade blows, but Peterborough's clinical edge in the final third proved decisive.

Edwards struck in the 8th minute to put the visitors ahead, but Jack Payne levelled for Colchester in the 33rd. Harry Leonard restored Peterborough's lead in the 77th minute, and though Colchester pulled one back five minutes later, they could not find an equaliser.

Peterborough dominated from set pieces, earning 11 corners to Colchester's three, while possession was dead even at 50% each—a stat that flattered the hosts, who were outplayed for long spells but stayed in the fight on grit alone. Owura Edwards was the standout, earning an 8.9 rating as a midfielder, his goal the spark that kept Peterborough in control. CheckLive's model clearly favoured Colchester United, but the result proved it wrong as Peterborough's sharper finishing told. Up next for the visitors is a friendly away to Peterborough Sports FC.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Colchester United vs Peterborough United?

Colchester United 2-3 Peterborough United (Club Friendly Games).

Who scored?

Owura Edwards (8') for Peterborough United; Jack Payne (33') for Colchester United; Harry Leonard (77') for Peterborough United.

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