York – Colchester

York host Colchester in what promises to be a decisive clash in the lower reaches of the table. York sit third with 11 points from six games, boasting three wins, two draws and a single loss while enjoying a solid +5 goal difference (13‑8). Colchester, languishing in 13th place, have gathered eight points, their record evenly split with two victories, two draws and two defeats and a -2 goal margin (7‑9). The gap between the two sides is stark, and York will look to cement their top‑three ambition, whereas Colchester will need a result to climb out of the relegation‑watch zone. Their head‑to‑head this season has yet to be decided, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the encounter.