Fancy watching the Whites take on Weston in style? Of course you do.

The boys will be looking to put on a show and where else would you rather watch it than here with us.

Watch the game from the best seats in the house and let our match day hospitality provide the ultimate way to spend your time with us.

The package includes:

• Lounge with large TVs and a projector showing the game
• A three-course meal served at your table
• Reserved undercover premium padded seating
• Complimentary tea, coffee & mineral water, plus a dedicated paid bar before and after the match
• Complimentary match day programme

The very special experience costs £32.50 per person and is available for individual and group bookings, or as a gift voucher.

Please note that this price does NOT include entry for non-season ticket holders who do attend, and they will still need to pay at the turnstile on the day.

Starter:  Tomato Soup served with a Ciabatta Roll

Main: Cumberland Sausage Ring served with Mash Potato, Vegetables and Onion Gravy

Dessert: Lotus Biscoff Cheesecake served with Cream

The dress code is smart casual.

To buy your VIP ticket please email enquiries@doverathletic.com or call the office on 01304 822373

As always everyone is so kind friendly and so welcoming every time I come and I can never fault anyone there. I raved about the hospitality to my mates, and they said it didn’t disappoint them. They really enjoyed it and the ground and said the hospitality was better than Horsham FC. 

Dover Athletic travel to Enfield Town this Saturday aiming to continue their steady form as the season enters an important stage. The Whites sit 16th in the National League South standings, while the hosts are 23rd with 23 points from 29 matches. For both sides, the match carries significance, Dover looking to push clear of the lower places, and Enfield seeking valuable points in their battle near the foot of the table.

Dover Athletic

Dover Athletic were beaten 2–0 at Meadowbank Stadium despite a competitive display. The Whites started brightly, with Nikaj forcing a fine save from Foulkes and Sheriff going close before the break in a scrappy first half. After the interval Dorking took the lead on 51 minutes when a free kick was flicked on and Camp finished powerfully. Dover responded through Sheriff and Nikaj but couldn’t find a leveller. Walker produced an excellent double save to keep the deficit at one, however Knight tapped in a late second. Baptiste struck the post late on, but the Whites left Surrey empty-handed.

From the Management

“We’ve been doing alright — our season isn’t going to be defined by Dorking away. We’ve picked up points recently and our form has been good. Enfield are down there struggling, but every game is difficult, no matter who you play. They’ll be a strong side and it’s going to be a tough one.”

Enfield Town

Enfield Town earned a dramatic 2–2 draw at Ebbsfleet United with a stoppage-time equaliser, their persistence rewarded after long spells without the ball. The late leveller — later recorded as an own goal from a long throw — capped a determined performance from the visitors. Despite being second best for much of the match, Enfield stayed in contention and punished Ebbsfleet’s failure to close the game out. Their resilience ensured they left Stonebridge Road with a valuable point, showing defensive commitment and belief right to the final moments against one of the division’s stronger sides.

Back in November when the two sides last met, Dover Athletic produced a second-half comeback to beat Enfield Town 4–1 at Crabble. Enfield had led through Billy Leonard and remained ahead at the break despite being reduced to ten men early on. The hosts levelled when Harrison Sodje struck from distance, before a penalty and long-range effort from Alfie Matthews turned the game around after Enfield were reduced to nine men. Dover controlled the closing stages and added a late fourth through Ruben Soares-Junior, sealing an emphatic win after a tense and competitive first half encounter.

Last Six

AFC Totton 3–2 Enfield (3 Jan, National League South)
Enfield 1–1 Tonbridge Angels (10 Jan, National League South)
Maidenhead United 3–0 Enfield (17 Jan, National League South)
Enfield 1–2 Torquay United (24 Jan, National League South)
Eastbourne Borough 1–1 Enfield (31 Jan, National League South)
Ebbsfleet United 2–2 Enfield (10 Feb, National League South)

The Venue

Enfield Town FC:
Dave Bryant Stadium [fka. Queen Elizabeth II Stadium]
Donkey Lane,
Enfield EN1 3PL

More info: https://etfc.london/visitors/how-to-find-us/

Admission  

Tickets are available to purchase [and £1 cheaper] via their Online Ticketing Site , as well on the gate on match days.

	Advanced Price [Online]	Matchday Price [Turnstiles]
Adults	£15	£16
Concessions*	£11	£12
Under-21s	£9	£10
Under-16s	£3	£4

Dover Athletic were beaten in Surrey as two second-half goals gave promotion-chasing Dorking Wanderers the points despite a competitive and hard-working performance from the Whites.

The visitors started brightly and almost immediately won an early corner inside two minutes. Dorking attempted to break quickly from it, but Lewis was hauled back before he could carry the ball upfield, setting the tone for a scrappy opening spell.

Chances were limited early on. A long-range effort from the hosts drifted wide before Dover registered the first real attempt on goal on eight minutes when Nikaj swiped narrowly off target. The match remained stop-start, with neither side able to settle into rhythm during the opening quarter hour.

Walker was called into action on 16 minutes, confidently claiming a wide free kick aimed towards McCallum. At the other end Dover began to threaten, Nikaj’s driven cross was blocked before reaching Sheriff, then moments later Nikaj flicked a delivery goalwards forcing Foulkes into an excellent reflex save. Soares-Junior was unable to connect with the rebound as the Whites came closest to breaking the deadlock.

Dorking responded from distance, Norville-Williams striking narrowly past the top corner after space opened up outside the box, while a scramble in the Dover area was eventually cleared. Soares-Junior then attempted an acrobatic effort that failed to trouble the target as the game ebbed and flowed without a breakthrough.

Bookings followed late in the half as the contest grew more physical — Soares-Junior, Sodje and Sheriff all entering the referee’s notebook before the interval. Three added minutes brought no change and the sides went in level after a goalless but competitive first half

Dover began the restart positively. Nikaj again caused problems down the flank on 49 minutes, delivering a cross that Sheriff met but couldn’t guide goalwards.

Two minutes later the hosts struck. A right-sided free kick from Vincent was flicked on inside the box and Camp arrived to drive a powerful finish into the far corner, giving Dorking a 1–0 lead on 51 minutes.

The Whites immediately looked to respond. Sheriff ran onto a through ball to test the keeper, while Nikaj also hit the target shortly afterwards as Dover tried to restore parity.

Changes followed as Jallow replaced Sodje, and later Beadle and Baptiste were introduced in search of something. The travelling support — 98 among the 906 crowd — urged the side forward.

Dover continued to push. Beadle’s long throws caused problems and Cocoracchio flicked a set piece on, but the ball fell awkwardly and the opportunity slipped away.

Walker then kept the Whites in the contest with a superb double moment of goalkeeping on 76 minutes. Lewis broke in behind and forced a strong save, and although the rebound fell invitingly for Muitt, the Dover goalkeeper reacted quickly to recover and smother.

The reprieve proved temporary. On 82 minutes a ball flashed across the six-yard box and Knight reacted fastest to finish from close range, doubling Dorking’s advantage.

Dover nearly pulled one back four minutes later when Baptiste curled an effort against the post, but it summed up the evening, competitive, committed, yet ultimately unrewarded.

After three added minutes the final whistle confirmed defeat in Surrey, with attention now turning to the weekend trip to Enfield Town.

Team Line-ups

Dorking Wanderers

Starting XI:
1 Foulkes, 2 Camp, 3 Norville-Williams, 7 Muitt, 8 Lewis, 11 McShane (C), 20 Gallagher, 22 Casey, 26 McCallum, 27 Sidwell, 46 Annesley

Substitutes:
Craig, McManus, Prior, Moore, Knight, Vincent, Francomb

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Dover Athletic

Starting XI:
1 Walker (C), 2 Charles-Cook, 4 Jones, 21 Mensah, 15 Sodje, 6 Cocoracchio, 25 Hanson, 18 Gurung, 11 Sheriff, 14 Soares-Junior, 10 Nikaj

Substitutes:
Baptiste, Matthews, Coker, Beadle, Jallow, Wilkinson, Mampolo

Dover Athletic head to Meadowbank on Tuesday night in confident mood after a strong run against promotion contenders. A win at Hemel Hempstead, a hard-fought draw with Worthing and a competitive showing against Torquay United have given the Whites momentum as they prepare for another stern test against a side chasing the National League. Dorking Wanderers currently sit second, just three points off top spot, and will arrive well-rested after Saturday’s fixture was postponed. Dover, meanwhile, remain 15th following the weekend’s results and will look to turn encouraging performances into another positive outcome on the road.

Dover Athletic

Dover Athletic were denied victory at the death as Worthing grabbed a stoppage-time equaliser in a tight contest at Crabble. Chances were limited early on, with Sheriff and Nikaj going closest before the break, while Walker saved well from Moulton. The Whites took control after the interval and deservedly led when Sodje scored directly from a corner on 77 minutes. However, Jones was sent off late on, leaving Dover under pressure. Despite brave defending, Dolaghan flicked home in added time to level the match. A frustrating finish for Dover, who must settle for a point ahead of Tuesday’s trip to Dorking Wanderers.

From the Management

“They’re another really well-established side at this level. Jalen will be available for that one and miss next Saturday, and Harry Beadle returns from suspension, so we’ll be virtually full strength. We’ll go there, enjoy the occasion and I’m sure we’ll give a good account of ourselves.”

Dorking Wanderers

Last time out, Dorking Wanderers strengthened their push for top spot with a 3–0 win over Salisbury at Meadowbank. Casey opened the scoring early with a powerful volley before Camp headed in just before half-time after sustained pressure. Salisbury improved after the break and threatened through Ogunleye and Morgan, but Foulkes remained largely untroubled. Wanderers continued to create chances, with Lewis and McCallum going close, before Prior sealed victory late on, finishing from a Muitt delivery. The hosts controlled large periods of the match and limited Salisbury to long-range efforts, comfortably seeing out the closing stages to secure another important National League South win.

Last time the sides met, Dover Athletic were held to an entertaining 2–2 draw by Dorking Wanderers despite two goals from Decarrey Sheriff at Crabble. Sheriff headed the Whites in front early after a Charles-Cook cross, with Walker producing key saves to preserve the lead at half-time. Dorking levelled through Taylor, but Sheriff restored the advantage soon after, finishing calmly from a Jones pass. The visitors equalised again when Vincent turned in a cross to set up a tense finale. Coker struck the bar late on and Walker made another important stop, but Dover had to settle for a point after being pegged back twice.

Last Six

Worthing 3–2 Dorking Wanderers (30 Dec, National League South)
Tonbridge Angels 2–2 Dorking Wanderers (3 Jan, National League South)
Hampton & Richmond Borough 0–2 Dorking Wanderers (17 Jan, National League South)
Dorking Wanderers 2–1 Chippenham Town (24 Jan, National League South)
Dorking Wanderers 3–0 Salisbury (31 Jan, National League South)

The Venue

More info: https://dwfc.co.uk/matchday/visiting-supporters/

Meadowbank Stadium
Mill Lane
Dorking
Surrey
RH4 1DX

Admission  

To purchase tickets for the upcoming fixtures please click here.

Adult: £18
Concessions & Disabled*: £16
U18: £9
U8: £5
Family Ticket offer (2 adults & 2 children u12) – £38

​*If a carer is required they enter the ground free of charge at the gate. Please contact info@dorkingwanderers.com to secure your free carers ticket.

Dover Athletic were denied a hard-fought three points deep into stoppage time as Worthing struck late to cancel out a second-half opener in a closely contested encounter at Crabble.

The match began in stop-start fashion with an early Worthing injury inside two minutes, before the Whites settled into possession and attempted to work openings through patient passing. A move on five minutes ended with Soares-Junior straying offside, while the visitors soon responded — Moulton volleying wide after a clever flick from Young.

Worthing enjoyed a brief spell of pressure from successive corners, Cook heading over, but Dover gradually worked their way into the game. Nikaj saw an effort blocked and then drilled narrowly wide, while at the other end Sodje produced an important defensive intervention to deny Worthing.

A worrying moment arrived on 21 minutes when Hanson was involved in a clash of heads but was able to continue, with Cook booked for the aerial challenge. Both sides traded chances in an open first half. Godziemski fired over from a counter-attack and Sheriff tested the goalkeeper, before Soares-Junior saw a header cleared off the line in Dover’s best opportunity before the break. Moments later Nikaj lunged for a teasing cross but couldn’t connect as the sides went in level at half-time.

Dover started the second half brightly. Sheriff forced a smart save from Jeffries, while at the other end Walker stood tall to deny Moulton after Worthing beat the offside trap. The game tightened considerably, with clear chances limited. Calls for a penalty were waved away after Soares-Junior went down in the box, and substitutions followed as Charles-Cook and Coker were introduced to add energy.

The breakthrough finally came on 77 minutes and in spectacular fashion. Sodje curled a corner straight into the net to give the Whites a deserved lead and spark celebrations around Crabble.

Dover looked set to see the game out, but drama followed. Jones was sent off on 85 minutes for denying a goalscoring opportunity after Dolaghan latched onto a loose pass, leaving the Whites to defend deep under sustained pressure.

They battled valiantly, Walker making a save and bodies thrown in front of shots, but deep into stoppage time Worthing found a leveller. Jackson launched forward, Coleman De-Graft delivered, and Dolaghan flicked home from close range to snatch a point for the visitors.

A frustrating end after a committed performance, with Dover forced to settle for a share of the spoils ahead of Tuesday night’s trip to Dorking Wanderers.

Dover Athletic: Walker (C), Jallow, Jones, Mensah, Sodje, Cocoracchio, Hanson, Gurung, Sheriff, Soares-Junior, Nikaj. Subs: Charles-Cook, Baptiste, Matthews, Coker, Onu, Wilkinson, Mampolo.

Worthing: Jeffries, Cook, Ransom (C), Jackson, Packham, Young, Odei, Jenks, Moulton, Dolaghan, Godziemski. Subs: Frimpong, Coleman De-Graft, Nkrumah, Spong, Remy, Cox, Byron.

Dover Athletic return to Crabble on Saturday as they welcome Worthing in the Enterprise National League South, with both sides arriving at the fixture keen to find momentum. The visitors currently sit 4th in the table and remain firmly in the play-off picture, having collected 65 points from 29 matches, but they are still searching for their first league win of 2026 after a run of draws and narrow defeats. Despite their strong league position, recent results suggest a side looking to rediscover their cutting edge. The Whites, meanwhile, occupy 15th place and will be aiming to build on home advantage, knowing a positive result against one of the division’s front-runners would provide a timely boost as the season enters its decisive phase.

Dover Athletic

Dover Athletic were left frustrated on Tuesday evening as Torquay United fought back from two goals down to claim a 3–2 victory at Crabble. The Whites made a blistering start, with Soares-Junior capitalising on early pressure before Hanson curled home a fine second from the edge of the box. Torquay responded before the break through two superb strikes from Cooke to level the scores. Dover went close after the restart, but the visitors completed the comeback midway through the second half when Dreyer finished from a corner. Despite late pressure, Dover could not find an equaliser.

From the Management

“We’re looking forward to Saturday against Worthing. They’re obviously right up there in the league and, although their recent form has been a bit sticky, it’s going to be another tough test. That said, we’re in a good place and ready for the challenge.”

Worthing

Worthing were forced to settle for a point on Saturday as a late goal earned Weston-super-Mare a 1–1 draw at the Sussex Transport Community Stadium, with the Reds’ scheduled match on Tuesday night having been postponed. After a scrappy, goalless first half, Worthing dominated possession and territory in the second period. Their pressure was rewarded on 83 minutes when Moulton cut inside from the left and fired a superb strike into the corner. However, despite further chances to extend the lead, the visitors snatched an equaliser on the stroke of full time as Britton converted from close range. The result denied Worthing a deserved victory.

Last time the sides met, Dover Athletic suffered a 3–1 defeat away at Worthing in the Enterprise National League South. The Whites started brightly, with Nikaj testing the goalkeeper early, but Worthing struck first through Cook’s stunning long-range effort. Dover responded well and drew level when Sheriff volleyed home a superb equaliser, but the hosts regained the lead on the stroke of half-time as Coleman De Graft finished clinically. The second half proved scrappy, with Dover pushing for an equaliser, yet Worthing sealed the points when Dolaghan tapped in from close range. Despite late pressure, the hosts saw the game out professionally.

Last Six

Weston-super-Mare 1–1 Worthing (31 Jan, National League South)
Hampton & Richmond Borough 1–0 Worthing (27 Jan, National League South)
Bath City 3–2 Worthing (24 Jan, National League South)
Worthing 1–1 Horsham (17 Jan, National League South)
Salisbury 5–4 Worthing (10 Jan, National League South)
Worthing 2–2 Chippenham Town (3 Jan, National League South)

The Venue

We look forward to welcoming Worthing 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: £18
Concessions: £17
U18: £10
U11: FREE with a paying adult

We only accept card on the gate and operate a cashless ground.

Please note, on the advice of local police, this game has been segregated.

Fancy watching the Whites take on Worthing in style? Of course you do.

The boys will be looking to put on a show and where else would you rather watch it than here with us.

Watch the game from the best seats in the house and let our match day hospitality provide the ultimate way to spend your time with us.

The package includes:

• Lounge with large TVs and a projector showing the game
• A three-course meal served at your table
• Reserved undercover premium padded seating
• Complimentary tea, coffee & mineral water, plus a dedicated paid bar before and after the match
• Complimentary match day programme

The very special experience costs £32.50 per person and is available for individual and group bookings, or as a gift voucher.

Please note that this price does NOT include entry for non-season ticket holders who do attend, and they will still need to pay at the turnstile on the day.

Starter: 

Pate served with Melba Toast and Salad Garnish

Main: 

Roast Beef served with Roast Potatoes, Yorkshire Pudding, Vegetables and Gravy

Dessert:

New York Cheesecake served with Fruit Compote and Cream

The dress code is smart casual.

To buy your VIP ticket please email enquiries@doverathletic.com or call the office on 01304 822373

Dover Athletic suffered a frustrating defeat at Crabble on Tuesday evening, as Torquay United overturned a two-goal deficit to claim a 3–2 victory despite a blistering start from the Whites.

The hosts could not have asked for a better opening. Dover pressed high inside the opening minutes and forced an error at the back, with Nikaj instrumental in winning possession before laying the ball into the path of Soares-Junior, who burst through and calmly slotted low past the goalkeeper to give the Whites the lead after just four minutes.

Moments later, Dover thought they had doubled their advantage when Ruben Soares-Junior found the net again, but the assistant referee’s flag denied the hosts as the effort was ruled out for offside.

Dover continued to dominate the early exchanges. On eight minutes, Nikaj nearly caught the goalkeeper out with a teasing cross-cum-shot that drifted dangerously towards the top corner. By the 13th minute, with rain beginning to fall, the Whites were firmly on the front foot, winning first and second balls as Torquay struggled to settle.

The pressure told again on 18 minutes. After another dominant spell, the ball broke to Ryan Hanson on the edge of the box, and the former Torquay player made no mistake, curling a superb strike into the corner to double Dover’s advantage.

Torquay responded with an early defensive change shortly afterwards and gradually began to find their way back into the contest. The visitors reduced the deficit on 26 minutes when Hayfield broke beyond the Dover defence and squared for Cooke, who finished from close range.

Dover almost restored their two-goal cushion just two minutes later. A deep free kick caused problems in the Torquay penalty area, and Mensah met it sweetly, only to see his rising effort crash against the crossbar.

The momentum swung again on 33 minutes when Torquay levelled in spectacular fashion. A partial clearance fell to Cooke on the edge of the area, and he curled an outstanding right-footed effort in off the far post to make it 2–2.

Torquay finished the half strongly. A long-range effort flew high and wide on 38 minutes, before Wilson broke into the box late in the half but could only produce a tame finish that was comfortably gathered by Walker.

After three minutes of added time, the sides went in level following a breathless opening 45 minutes.

Dover began the second half with intent. Within two minutes of the restart, a well-delivered free kick from Harrison Sodje found Soares-Junior unmarked, but his header drifted wide of the target.

Torquay threatened from distance on 57 minutes, with Young striking narrowly wide, before Dover went close again moments later as Soares-Junior teed up Nikaj, whose effort flew over the bar.

At the other end, Jones produced an important block on 64 minutes to divert another long-range strike behind for a corner. That corner proved decisive. Dover were unable to clear the initial header, and the loose ball fell kindly for Dreyer, who drilled a low shot through a crowd of bodies and into the net to give the visitors the lead.

Dover battled to respond. Cocoracchio was shown a yellow card on 70 minutes, before the Whites turned to the bench, introducing Mampolo for Sheriff on 73 minutes and Matthews for Cocoracchio two minutes later.

With time ticking down, Dover pushed forward in search of an equaliser, bringing on Coker for Gurung on 83 minutes. Despite sustained pressure, clear chances were hard to come by.

Late bookings followed for Nikaj on 88 minutes and Hanson in stoppage time, as seven minutes were added on. In the fourth minute of added time, Dover came agonisingly close when Nikaj found himself through on goal, but from a tight angle he was unable to generate enough power to beat the goalkeeper.

Moments later, the final whistle confirmed a narrow defeat for the Whites, who were left to rue a superb start that ultimately went unrewarded.

Dover now turn their attention back to league action at Crabble on Saturday, when Worthing are the visitors.

Dover Athletic: 1. Mitch Walker (c), 4. Jallen Jones, 6. Luca Cocoracchio (8. Alfie Matthews, 75′), 10. George Nikaj, 11. Decarrey Sheriff (24. Francis Mampolo, 73′), 14. Ruben Soares-Junior, 15. Harrison Sodje, 18. Bivesh Gurung (9. Kenny Coker, 83′), 21. Jacob Mensah, 22. Momodou Jallow, 25. Ryan Hanson.

SUBS NOT USED: 3. Fuad Sesay, 7. Luke Baptiste, 23. George Wilkinson, 27. Jordan Gillmore

Yellow Card: Cocoracchio 70′, Nikaj 88′, Hanson 90′

Torquay United: 1. James Hamon, 3. Jay Foulston, 4. Jordan Dyer (16. Ed Palmer, 19′), 5. Sam Dreyer (c), 8. Jordan Young (6. Munashe Sundire, 79′), 9. Cody Cooke, 18. Matt Worthington, 20. Dan Hayfield, 23. Kieran Wilson (11. Dylan Morgan, 84′), 24. Sonny Blu Lo-Everton, 26. Jordan Thomas.

SUBS NOT USED: 2. Denzel Akyeampong,19. Joe Hatch, 21. Adam Seedhouse-Evans (GK), 27. Matt Jay.

Yellow Card: Palmer 73′, Cooke 81′

Attendance: 580

Dover Athletic return to the Crabble on Tuesday night for a rearranged National League South fixture against Torquay United, originally scheduled for 3 January. The Whites come into the contest on the back of a much-needed victory at the weekend, a result that lifted spirits. Torquay arrive in Kent full of confidence after Saturday’s win at Hornchurch, a result that sent the Gulls back to the top of the division. With Dover looking to build momentum at home and Torquay aiming to consolidate their position at the summit, an entertaining and hard-fought encounter is in prospect under the Crabble floodlights.

Dover Athletic

Dover Athletic claimed a dramatic 2–1 away win at Hemel Hempstead Town, snatching all three points deep into stoppage time. The Whites led at the break thanks to a superb curled finish from Nikaj after good work by Hanson, before withstanding heavy pressure, led by several key saves from Walker and brave defending throughout. Hemel equalised late on through a long-range strike from Wiltshire, swinging momentum briefly in the hosts’ favour. However, Dover responded in emphatic fashion, Hanson pouncing on a loose ball on the edge of the box in added time to seal a vital victory.

From the Management

“On Tuesday night we look ahead to a visit from Torquay, and it’s going to be another really difficult game. That’s why picking up three points on Saturday was so important, and I was really pleased with the result, especially with a tricky run of fixtures coming up. Torquay under the lights will be a great occasion, but it will be a really tough test. Still, it’s nice to go into the next game with a bit of confidence.”

Torquay United

Two second-half goals from Jordan Young completed another impressive comeback as United beat promotion rivals Hornchurch 2–1 to move top of the National League South. The hosts led early on through Angelo Balanta’s long-range strike, despite United starting brightly. Hornchurch carried the greater threat before the break, but United turned the game around after half-time. Young equalised moments after the restart, calmly finishing following a loose pass, before adding a superb winner midway through the half with a trademark cut-inside and strike. United controlled the second period and defended resolutely to see out a vital victory in Essex.

The last time the sides met, Dover Athletic were left heartbroken at Plainmoor as Torquay United snatched a late 3–2 win. Alfie Matthews twice put the Whites ahead, first curling a superb free-kick into the top corner before converting a second-half penalty after George Nikaj was fouled. Torquay replied through a Cody Cooke penalty and a low strike from skipper Jordan Young. Dover defended resolutely and threatened on the break, but with a minute remaining substitute Matt Jay reacted quickest to stab home from a corner, denying Jake Leberl’s side a deserved point.

Last Six

Hornchurch 1–2 Torquay United (Yesterday, National League South)
Enfield 1–2 Torquay United (24 Jan, National League South)
Torquay United 1–1 Maidstone United (17 Jan, National League South)
Torquay United 4–1 Hampton & Richmond Borough (10 Jan, National League South)
Bath City 0–0 Torquay United (30 Dec, National League South)
Torquay United 3–1 Weston-super-Mare (26 Dec, National League South)

The Venue

We look forward to welcoming Torquay 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: £18
Concessions: £17
U18: £10
U11: FREE with a paying adult

We only accept card on the gate and operate a cashless ground.

Dover Athletic left Hertfordshire with all three points after a dramatic late winner secured a 2–1 victory over Hemel Hempstead Town.

There were starts for Gurung in midfield and Mensah at the back, both returning to the XI, while Beadle missed out through suspension. The Whites began the afternoon brightly, dealing calmly with early Hemel pressure. Mensah was quickly involved, seeing out the hosts’ first attack inside two minutes, before Dover settled into the contest.

After a quiet opening spell, the game turned in Dover’s favour on ten minutes. Hanson delivered a quality ball into the final third and Nikaj did the rest — claiming possession, turning his man and curling a superb effort beyond the reach of the goalkeeper. The keeper got a hand to it, but the shot floated into the top corner to give the visitors a deserved lead.

Dover looked to build on the advantage, with Cocoracchio teeing up Nikaj on the edge of the area soon after, though the effort lacked power. Hemel responded with sustained pressure, forcing the Whites into a resilient defensive display. A header was cleared off the line from a corner, before Cocoracchio produced a moment of real bravery, diving to block a powerful volley from Achuba that looked destined for the net.

Walker was then called into action, denying Davies with a strong save as Hemel searched for an equaliser. The Dover goalkeeper followed that up with two more excellent interventions in quick succession, first diving to meet Willo’s effort and then holding onto a close-range header from Remaye Campbell. Despite the pressure, Dover saw out the half professionally to go in 1–0 ahead.

Hemel were forced into a change at the break, with their goalkeeper unable to continue, and the hosts emerged with renewed intent. Sheriff provided a dangerous delivery early in the second half, but Soares-Junior could not apply the finishing touch. Dover were then dealt a blow when Charles-Cook was forced off injured, with Jallow returning from his own injury absence to slot in at right back.

The game remained finely balanced as Hemel pushed forward and Dover looked to break. A foul on Gurung halted a promising counter-attack, while the visitors continued to defend with discipline. However, with seven minutes remaining, the hosts found their moment. Wiltshire struck from long range, unleashing an unstoppable effort into the roof of the net to level the scores at 1–1.

Dover nearly responded immediately, only for a goal to be ruled out for a foul on the goalkeeper. Hemel then came close to snatching a winner themselves, but Walker stood firm once more, spreading himself to deny Remaye Campbell when through on goal.

As the clock ticked into added time, Dover delivered the decisive blow. Hemel failed to clear a cross into the box and the ball broke to Hanson on the edge of the area. He made no mistake, calmly slotting home to restore the Whites’ lead and spark jubilant celebrations from the travelling support.

Late substitutions helped see out the remaining minutes, and despite eight minutes of added time, Dover held on to claim a vital away win.

The Whites now turn their attention back to the Crabble, with Torquay United visiting on Tuesday night in the rearranged fixture.

Hemel Hempstead Town

Starting XI: 1 Johnson, 3 Dowrich, 5 Rowan, 6 Lomas, 7 Williams, 14 Davis, 15 Achuba, 17 Campbell, 19 Bateson, 22 Stanley, 27 Lorentzen-Jones
Substitutes: Holden (GK), Wilkinson, Wiltshire, Noel-Williams, Vilhete, Cook-Appliah

Dover Athletic

Starting XI: 1 Walker (C), 2 Charles-Cook, 4 Jones, 21 Mensah, 15 Sodje, 6 Cocoracchio, 25 Hanson, 18 Gurung, 11 Sheriff, 14 Soares-Junior, 10 Nikaj
Substitutes: Coker, Matthews, Baptiste, Onu, Mampolo, Jallow, Wilkinson