Big week, of course for us as we face two away matches in succession at 5th and 1st placed clubs, Colchester and Leeds. Lose both and we might find ourselves a massive 8 points behind Leeds and possibly being caught by the play-off pack. Two wins however and we would go back to the top of the table with two home games to come and the prospect of hanging on to top spot during October.
We look like being well supported at Colchester with in excess of 1600 supporters making the short trip into Essex and the 800 booked for Leeds might swell to over a 1,000 if we get a result at the U's. I am heading to Colchester but really need to spend the weekend decorating in preparation for new carpets being laid next week, so Leeds is not currently on my agenda.
Here's who's got who on Tuesday and my wild guess at outcome...
Brentford v Southend United
Both of these sides were beaten on Saturday, Southend at home by Oldham and Brentford at Yeovil. Brentford should see the Shrimpers off under the floodlights.
Prediction; 2-1
Colchester United v Charlton Athletic
I am hoping for the talisman Semedo to be re-united in midfield with Therry Racon for this one and for a strong Charlton showing. Colchester have won the three home games in which they didn't play Leeds United and this one should be a very close affair. I think we need need a slice of good fortune to win this but should have enough for another good point.
Prediction; 1-1
Exeter City v Swindon Town
A south-west derby and Exeter will be looking for third win of the season here after a reasonable performance at the Valley. Swindon, though harbour hopes of a play-off finish at the moment and will be under pressure to do better than their 1-1 at home to Wycombe on Saturday.
Prediction; 1-0
Leeds United v Carlisle United
Carlisle have won more points away from home that at Brunton Park and have conceded only five goals in the process. Try as I might, I can't see beyond another conclusive Leeds win.
Prediction; 2-0
Millwall v Yeovil Town
The Lions are struggling this season with a whopping injury list but are unbeaten at home and with two winnable home games coming up, Kenny Jackett will see this as his chance to get back in the race.
Prediction; 2-0
Norwich City v Leyton Orient
Good derby win for the O's over Millwall but this might be a step too far. City forced a late point at Gillingham on Saturday and will be itching to record another home win here.
Prediction; 3-0
Oldham Athletic v MK Dons
MK Dons have yet to lose on the road and might have the appetite to get another result here after a last minute slip against Leeds. They will need to do it with Jason Puncheon who was red-carded on Saturday, so I'll plump for the draw.
Prediction; 1-1
Southampton v Bristol Rovers
You know you are in trouble when Alan Pardew tells you he still believes you can make the play-offs. Only a 90th minute equaliser at Carlisle on Saturday prevented defeat and here they will need to contend with the boy Dickson. Chris to score again as Rovers get back to winning ways.
Prediction; 1-2
Stockport County v Hartlepool
hartlepool finally won at home on Saturday when they put three past Walsall. I fancy them to get carried away here too.
prediction; 0-2
Walsall v Huddersfield Town
Walsall will be feeling bruised after Saturday and Town will be out for points to atone for the two that they dropped at home in order to keep themselves in the hunt. Look a draw to me.
Prediction; 1-1
Wycombe Wanderers v Tranmere Rovers
Tranny steadied the ship on Saturday with a point at home to Colchester but they have yet to record anything away from Prenton Park. Wycombe got a late point at Swindon at the weekend and this is a great chance for them to climb out of the drop places.
Prediction; 2-0
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