Accrington ST started their 2026/27 Sky Bet League Two campaign with a 2-2 draw away to Colchester United on Saturday afternoon. Ellis Iandolo put Colchester United ahead in the first half, but the hosts fought back before half-time to take the lead. Rob Hunt stepped up in the second half with a fortunate goal to secure a point for the U's.
What happened?
The U's started their 2026/27 Sky Bet League Two campaign with a 2-2 draw away to Accrington ST on Saturday afternoon. Ellis Iandolo put Colchester United ahead in the first half, but the hosts fought back before half-time to take the lead.
Why it matters for Accrington ST
Accrington ST's 2-2 draw against Colchester United in League Two, with Ellis Iandolo scoring the opener, but Accrington ST fighting back to level the match.
What comes next?
The U's took a point back to Essex ahead of the return of League Two football to the JobServe Community Stadium next Saturday as they welcome Oldham Athletic.
League standing: 12th in League Two, 1 pts, 0W-1D-0L from 1 games, recent form D. Goals this season: 2 scored, 2 conceded (0 goal difference). Title race: 2 points behind leaders Walsall. Next fixture: vs Port Vale (at home, 2027-02-27) (21st in the table).
