Colchester United desperately need points on Saturday, Feb 6 at 4:00 PM in the League 2. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Rochdale come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). Colchester United travel out of form (0W 2L recently), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

History strongly favours Rochdale here — they've won 5 of 10 previous meetings against Colchester United, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in Rochdale won 0–1.

Verdict: Rochdale look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Colchester United will make it uncomfortable. Rochdale to win.