Dover Athletic are back under the lights at Crabble on Tuesday night as they welcome League Two side Bromley in the Kent Senior Cup. Following Saturday’s dramatic late equaliser against Horsham, Jake Leberl’s men will look to carry that fighting spirit into cup action against higher-league opposition. The match offers a valuable chance for squad rotation, with opportunities likely for those pushing for minutes, as Dover aim to test themselves against a young Bromley side.
Dover Athletic
Dover Athletic rescued a late point as Jacob Mensah’s stoppage-time header secured a 1-1 draw with Horsham at Crabble. The Whites created the better chances in the first half, with Sheriff hitting the post and Matthews forcing a fine save from Carey. After the break, Horsham took the lead when James Hammond curled a superb effort into the top corner. Dover responded with late pressure and were rewarded in the 93rd minute when Baptiste’s free kick was nodded down by Jones for Mensah to head home. A spirited performance ensured Dover claimed a deserved share of the points.
2024/25 Kent Senior Cup Campaign
Last season’s Kent Senior Cup campaign ended in narrow disappointment, as Dover lost to Welling United on penalties in the semi-final after a 1–1 draw in normal time.
The Whites began strongly with a 3–1 victory over Cray Valley PM at Crabble in the second round. Jeremiah Gyebi headed home the opener, Eniye Amgbaduba converted from the penalty spot early in the second half, and George Nikaj sealed the win late on. That performance set up a quarter-final meeting with Deal Town, the first competitive fixture between the two sides, played in front of 1,219 fans. Dover impressed again, with Ruben Soares-Junior striking early and Nikaj adding a second to secure a professional 2–0 win.
In the semi-final away to Welling, Amgbaduba’s pressing earned Dover a deserved first-half lead. The visitors defended resolutely and looked set for the final, but Welling equalised deep into stoppage time to force penalties. Despite goalkeeper Claudio Boakye-Sarfo getting a hand to a couple of efforts, Dover lost 5–4 in the shootout after Jacob Mensah struck the bar.
From the Management
“Tuesday night we’ve got the Kent Senior Cup — a break from the league. We’ll have to think about the squad for that one; a few lads are struggling after today’s game. We haven’t made our minds up yet, so we’ll chat as a staff and decide the best approach. Bromley will be strong, and then of course we’re off to Chippenham next weekend.”
Bromley
Bromley earned a hard-fought 1–0 win at Crewe in Saturday’s League Two clash. Michael Cheek, who had scored a consolation in last season’s 4–1 defeat, struck the decisive goal seven minutes into the second half, calmly finishing after Omar Sowunmi’s header fell his way. Crewe threatened through Jack Lankester early on, while Ben Thompson and substitute Nicke Kabamba both went close for the visitors. Late pressure from the hosts, including a dangerous Louis Moult cross, was repelled by Bromley’s resolute defence. The Ravens held firm through nine minutes of stoppage time to secure all three points.
Last Six
Bromley 2–2 Gillingham (6 Sept)
Oldham Athletic 1–0 Bromley (13 Sept)
Bromley 2–2 Chesterfield (20 Sept)
Swindon Town 2–0 Bromley (27 Sept)
Bromley 3–3 Tranmere Rovers (4 Oct)
Stevenage 2–1 Bromley (7 Oct, EFL Trophy)
Crewe Alexandra 0–1 Bromley (11 Oct)
The Venue
We look forward to welcoming Bromley to the Megger Community Stadium. More information on getting to the ground can be found here: https://doverathletic.com/visit-crabble/
Megger Community Stadium. Crabble Athletic Ground, Lewisham Road, Dover, Kent, CT17 0JB.
Admission
Adults: £10
Concessions: £9
U18: £5
U11: FREE with a paying adult
Season tickets and block-of-five not valid for this fixture. Cup game all must pay.
We only accept card on the gate and operate a cashless ground.