Colchester face a long trip to Hartlepool on the opening day of the new League One season on Saturday, August 9.The Us, seeking to bounce back from last season's relegation from the Championship, then face Huddersfield at home the following week.

They face an away encounter at Swindon on Saturday, August 23 and end a busy opening month at home to Oldham seven days later.

The first Essex derby of the season against rivals Southend takes place at Roots Hall on Saturday, November 1 before the return game at home on Saturday, February 21.

Colchester travel to Huish Park to face Yeovil on the final day of the season on Saturday, May 2.

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