Colchester Is Blue. Col Villa Blues Beat Reds In Derby

Colchester Villa hosted local rivals Colchester Villa Reds at the Colchester Northern Gateway on 18 October 2025, with kick-off at 10:45am. In a high-scoring encounter lasting 60 minutes plus injury time, Colchester Villa emerged emphatically victorious, running out 13-4 winners in front of a crowd of 32,709.

The match was contested in a 1-2-1 formation, a setup that demands both defensive solidity and attacking fluidity. Colchester Villa deployed defenders tasked with protecting the backline, supported by midfielders who were expected to link defence and attack while providing width and control in the centre of the park. Up front forwards were positioned to spearhead the offensive efforts, looking to exploit spaces and create scoring opportunities. This formation required the defenders to be disciplined and the midfielders to be industrious, while the front three had the freedom to interchange and press the opposition’s defence relentlessly.

The first half was a frenetic affair, with both sides trading blows in a goal-laden opening 30 minutes. The half-time whistle arrived with the scoreline already reflecting the attacking intent of both teams. Colchester Villa’s dominance was clear, as they managed to carve open the Reds’ defence repeatedly.

In the second half, Colchester Villa continued to press forward with relentless energy, adding to their tally and stretching the lead further. The Reds managed to find the net on a few occasions, but their defensive frailties were ruthlessly exposed by Villa’s clinical finishing and cohesive team play.

Alba 8 was named Player of the Match, a testament to their outstanding contribution throughout the game. Alba’s influence was felt across the pitch, combining defensive duties with incisive attacking runs and key involvement in many of the goals scored.

Ultimately, Colchester Villa’s tactical discipline, combined with their attacking verve, ensured a comprehensive victory over their local rivals. The 13-4 scoreline underlines the entertaining and open nature of this five-a-side contest, much to the delight of the sizeable crowd at the Northern Gateway.