Chesterfield – Colchester

Chesterfield host Colchester in what promises to be a tightly contested clash at the Proact Stadium, with both sides perched on 8 points in the league table. The Spireites sit a spot above the U's in 12th place, boasting a balanced goal‑for and goal‑against tally of eight, while Colchester sit 13th having scored one fewer and conceded two more. With each team having recorded two wins, two draws and two defeats from six games, the encounter could prove pivotal in the scramble for mid‑table security. Their recent head‑to‑head record is evenly matched, setting the stage for a battle that may well be decided by fine margins.