The Blues host Colchester United in their opening game of the 2021/22 League Two campaign. And bookies fancy Chris Beech s side to claim victory in Saturday s Brunton Park clash. They are rated 11/10 with a number of bookmakers to win the August 7 encounter. Bet 365, Sky Bet, 888 Sport, Bet Victor and Betfred all have United at that price for an opening-day triumph. Carlisle had one of the strongest home records in League Two last season, winning 12, drawing five and losing six, and will be hoping that can resume against Hayden Mullins Essex visitors. Colchester - who picked up just one away victory in their 2020/21 league season - are a more distant 5/2 for the win with Bet 365 and William Hill, and 12/5 with Sky Bet and Betfred.