Bristol Rovers manager Steve Evans has delivered a squad update ahead of Tuesday's League Two fixture against Colchester United at The Mem. The club is assessing a couple of knocks from their weekend win while also considering a late addition before the transfer deadline.
What is the latest Bristol Rovers injury news?
Defender Alfie Kilgour has returned to full training after missing the away victory at Crawley Town. Evans confirmed the player's progress, stating, "Alfie trained full out today, so he's been back at the training ground, where the likes of Keenan, Ryan De Havilland, Jack Sparkes, and Southam-Hales." Fellow defender Keenan Gough, who also sat out the Crawley match, now has a genuine chance of being available for selection against Colchester. The manager noted there were a couple of unspecified knocks in the dressing room following the 2-0 win, which may prompt one or two changes to the starting lineup.
How has Bristol Rovers started the 2026/27 season?
The upcoming match represents Bristol Rovers' fourth game of the new League Two campaign. They have recovered strongly from an opening-day defeat at York City by securing consecutive victories. A thrilling 5-3 win against Newport County was followed by a solid 2-0 away triumph at Crawley Town. This positive momentum comes after a 2025/26 season where the club finished 14th in the final table, amassing 62 points from 46 games with a record of 19 wins, 5 draws, and 22 losses. Their recent form at the end of that campaign was strong, finishing with a sequence of DWWWW. You can track their progress this season on the official standings page.
Will Bristol Rovers make any more signings?
Evans has indicated the club remains active in the market as the summer transfer window closes on Tuesday, the same day as the full League Two fixture program. Bristol Rovers have already been busy, making 12 player additions since May. The manager suggested they could sign one more player "if the right player becomes available." This potential late move would add to a squad that scored 56 goals last season but conceded 65, finishing with a -9 goal difference. The full squad list for the new season is available online.
What is the context for the Colchester United match?
Tuesday's game at The Mem is a chance for Bristol Rovers to continue their winning run and climb the early table. The club ended the previous campaign 25 points behind champions Bromley, highlighting the gap they aim to close this year. Preparation for the match involves managing the short turnaround and the minor injury concerns reported by Evans. Fans can view the complete fixtures schedule for the season ahead. The manager's update, originally reported by uk.sports.yahoo.com, confirms the team is in a positive mood but dealing with typical early-season fitness issues.
Bristol Rovers host Colchester United at The Mem on Tuesday evening in League Two.
