REF’s picks

Backing Over 2.25 goals looks a solid angle here, given both teams' recent defensive vulnerabilities and the visitors' tendency to be involved in high-scoring draws. Colchester's matches have frequently seen multiple goals, and Rodney Parade often witnesses open encounters when these sides meet.

1. 1Colchester's recent fixtures have been high on goals, including a 2-2 draw with Shrewsbury and a 1-3 defeat.
2. 2Newport have shown improved attacking impetus at home recently, netting twice against Grimsby and Plymouth.
3. 3Colchester boast a strong historical head-to-head record here, but their shaky backline makes clean sheets rare.

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