Welcome to Beyond the Barside – the go-to podcast for Colchester United supporters.
Each week, we take a passionate, no-nonsense look at everything happening at the U’s, from matchday reactions and player form to behind-the-scenes news and transfer rumours. Whether we’re battling at the top or scraping for points, we’re here to bring honest chat, local insight, and a bit of humour from fans who live and breathe Col U. Join us for the highs, lows, and everything in between.
Up the U’s!
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🎙️ PREVIEW SHOW | COLCHESTER UNITED vs WALSALL
Aaron is joined by Si and Dave as the U’s return to the JobServe Community Stadium looking to bounce back from defeat at Northampton.
🔵 COLCHESTER FOCUS
We discuss Danny Cowley's pre-match comments, the importance of home support and the positive news of players returning from injury. Plus, Jack Payne's availability and Leon Chiwome's hat-trick for the U21s — could he be pushing for a first-team opportunity?
🔴 WALSALL PREVIEW
The Saddlers arrive sitting sixth in League Two, having lost just once this season. Despite a 4-2 defeat to Salford, Walsall impressed with their performance. We assess their strengths, attacking threats and how the U's can get a much-needed victory.
🔮 Plus, our starting XI thoughts, players to watch and score predictions!
💬 WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
Who should start against Walsall? Can the U's turn their home draws into three points? Let us know your predictions in the comments!
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💙⚪ Up the U's!
🎵 Intro music by Sam Hopkins.
Beyond the Barside – The Official Unofficial Colchester United Fan Podcast.
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27 Oct 2026
The Review Show | Northampton Town (A)
🎙️ REVIEW SHOW | NORTHAMPTON 2-0 COLCHESTER UNITED
Aaron is joined by Si and Dave to pick apart a disappointing afternoon at Sixfields as the U’s fall to a 2-0 defeat against Northampton Town.
🔵 NORTHAMPTON REVIEW
We discuss the U’s poor starts to both halves, a lack of cutting edge in the final third and Danny Cowley’s strong post-match comments about competing and being physically ready.
We also look at Ben Perry’s encouraging week, the ongoing injury problems and why, despite a difficult run of results, we still believe Danny and Nicky Cowley are the right men to turn things around.
🗣️ Plus, we reveal your One Word Reviews and discuss the growing frustration amongst supporters.
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💙⚪ Up the U’s!
🎵 Intro music by Sam Hopkins.
Beyond the Barside – The Official Unofficial Colchester United Fan Podcast.
#ColU #NTFC #EFL #BeyondTheBarside
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23 Oct 2026
The Megapod #4
🎙️ MEGAPOD | CHESTERFIELD REVIEW + NORTHAMPTON PREVIEW
Aaron is joined by Si and Dave for another Beyond the Barside Megapod!
🔵 CHESTERFIELD REVIEW
We look back at the U’s 1-1 draw at Chesterfield, including a difficult first half, some huge defensive moments and a much-improved response after the break. Plus, Ben Perry’s first Colchester goal, Bradley Ihionvien leading the line and the impact of the U’s youngsters.
🟡 NORTHAMPTON PREVIEW
Then attention turns to another away day as Colchester head to Sixfields. Northampton sit 23rd and have struggled for goals, but have proved difficult to break down. Can the U’s finally turn their run of draws into three points?
Plus, we discuss Danny Cowley’s selection options, the ongoing number nine question and finish with our score predictions.
💬 Let us know your thoughts on Chesterfield and your Northampton predictions in the comments!
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💙⚪ Up the U’s!
🎵 Intro music by Sam Hopkins.
Beyond the Barside – The Official Unofficial Colchester United Fan Podcast.
#ColU #NTFC #EFL #BeyondTheBarside
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
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