A RECORD 500 Colchester United fans are expected to make the 630-mile round trip to Carlisle United on Saturday.

U’s fans would ordinarily only travel to Cumbria in their dozens.

However, Saturday's match - the longest trip away trip of the season - has extra significance.

The U’s need a draw to guarantee they do not get relegated, prompting a bumper away day.

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