English-born Ghanaian winger Owura Edwards played a key role as Colchester United secured an emphatic 4-0 victory over Swindon Town in League Two action at the JobServe Community Stadium.
The hosts struck early, capitalizing on an own goal from Swindon’s Harry Smith in the 9th minute to set the tone. Three minutes later, Jack Payne delivered a pinpoint assist to Samson Tovide, who doubled the advantage with a clinical finish. Tovide struck again in the 26th minute, pouncing on a perfectly weighted pass from Edwards, whose electric pace and precision made him a constant threat on the wing.
Colchester’s dominance continued as Jack Payne rounded off the scoring in the 38th minute, capitalizing on a swift counterattack to seal the game before halftime. Despite enjoying 59% possession, Swindon struggled to penetrate Colchester’s resolute defense, mustering just five shots without creating a single big chance.
Edwards, who was substituted in the 64th minute, left the field to a rousing ovation, his assist pivotal in Colchester extending their superior head-to-head record to 12 wins over Swindon.
