Colchester were finally relegated to the Skybet League Two, after they were defeated 3-0 at home to Burton Albion.
Lucas Akins netted a hat-trick for the Brewers to help their promotion chances, after Joe Edwards saw red for the struggling hosts.
Colchester end a seven year stay in English football's third tier, after relegation from the Championship in 2009.
Chairman Robbie Cowling told the club website how he was disappointed with the relegation, but will start planning for next season and hope to do more then 'just survive in League Two'.
Lucas Akins netted a hat-trick for the Brewers to help their promotion chances, after Joe Edwards saw red for the struggling hosts.
Colchester end a seven year stay in English football's third tier, after relegation from the Championship in 2009.
Chairman Robbie Cowling told the club website how he was disappointed with the relegation, but will start planning for next season and hope to do more then 'just survive in League Two'.