Crewe secured a 1-0 win over Colchester with a second-half strike from Calum Agius. The match was tightly contested, with both sides showing endeavour in the first half. Colchester's Fin Back had a close-range header rebound off Kyreece Lisbie.

What happened?

Crewe had failed to conjure up a single effort on goal until the 68th minute. Adrien Thibaut cantered clear down the right and pulled the ball back for Agius. Agius opened up his body and drilled a low finish into the bottom corner.

Why it matters for Crewe

The win marks Crewe's third victory in their last six games. Lee Bell's second-half changes produced a dividend, with Thibaut's good work setting up Agius' goal. Thibaut followed up with a fierce strike that Colchester keeper Matt Macey did well to repel.

What comes next?

Colchester had late penalty appeals turned away when Jack Payne toppled in the box. Owura Edwards lashed one over, and Ian Lawlor did well to fend away a low drive from Jack Tucker. Crewe held on for the win, with Agius' strike proving the difference.