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Beyond the Barside

Beyond the Barside

Written by: Rosely Media
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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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Episodes
  • Episode 32 | Fleetwood Town (H)
    Jan 23 2026

    EPISODE 32: FLEETWOOD TOWN (H)


    After a long wait, football finally returned — and there was plenty to unpack.

    Aaron is joined by U’s fans Si, Dave and Aaron to reflect on the trip to Bristol Rovers, breaking down the performance, key moments and talking points from the game.


    Attention then turns to the opposition, as Aaron speaks to @BenKnapmanEFL for the Fleetwood Town view, getting insight into their form, threats and what to expect at the JobServe.


    To round things off, Aaron links back up with Si, Dave and Aaron to look ahead to Fleetwood Town (H), discussing selection, tactics and what the U’s need to do to build momentum.


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    #BeyondTheBarside #ColU #FootballPodcast #MatchReview #MatchPreview #FleetwoodTown #FansVoice #EFL #FootballDebate

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Beyond The Barside Meets... | Yilmaz Aksoy
    Jan 21 2026

    BEYOND THE BARSIDE MEETS… | EPISODE 7: YILMAZ AKSOY


    In this episode of Beyond the Barside Meets…, Aaron and Si sit down with former U’s goalkeeping coach Yilmaz Aksoy for an in-depth conversation on his time at the club.


    Yilmaz reflects on his role at Col U, the work behind the scenes, and the pride of seeing Matt Macey win the League Two Golden Glove. The conversation also turns to his current role at The FA, his journey in coaching, and the lessons learned along the way.


    Packed with insight, honesty and stories from inside the game, this is a must-listen for U’s fans and football supporters alike.


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    50 mins
  • Episode 31 | Bristol Rovers (A)
    Jan 16 2026

    17 DAYS?! THAT’S INSANE!


    With no game to review after the Chesterfield postponement, Beyond the Barside looks a little different this week — but there’s still plenty to get into.

    Aaron, Si and Dave are joined by Glenn Pennyfather to reflect on the season so far, assessing where things stand after an enforced break that’s left fans waiting 17 days between games.


    Elsewhere, Aaron sits down with U’s fan Max to talk through Max’s ultimate Col U 5-a-side, sparking debate, nostalgia and a few tough selections along the way.

    And of course, attention turns to what’s next, as Aaron, Si, Dave and Glenn look ahead to Bristol Rovers away, discussing expectations, key talking points and what the U’s need to get back up and running.


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    #BeyondTheBarside #FootballPodcast #YouTubePodcast #ColU #BristolRovers #MatchPreview #FansVoice #EFL #NonLeagueFootball #FootballDebate

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    1 hr and 5 mins
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