Every competitive match Colchester United played in 1939–40, in Southern League — 4 matches, 2 won, 1 drawn, 1 lost, with scorers and attendances where the record holds them.
| Date | Competition | Venue | Opponent | Their season | Score | Scorers | Att |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug 1939 | Southern League | H | Plymouth Argyle | 3–1 | George Law 14, Alec Cheyne 51, Joe Birch 85 | 4,200 | |
| 28 Aug 1939 | Southern League | A | Norwich City | 5–1 | George Law 57, Len Astill 60, Arthur Pritchard, Joe Birch | 1,480 | |
| 31 Aug 1939 | Southern League | H | Chelmsford City | 1–2 | Alec Cheyne 83 | ||
| 2 Sep 1939 | Southern League | H | Ipswich Town | 0–0 |
8 of the goals in this season carry a named scorer.
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