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FA Cup Fourth Qualifying Round: Dorking Wanderers at Home

Dover Athletic will host Dorking Wanderers in the Fourth Qualifying Round of the Emirates FA Cup.

The Whites secured their place in the next round with a 2-1 victory away at Hanwell Town on Saturday, extending their winning run and keeping their FA Cup journey alive.

Jake Leberl’s side will now welcome fellow National League South side Dorking Wanderers to the Megger Community Stadium on Saturday 17 October, with kick-off at 3pm.

The tie offers Dover the chance to progress to the First Round Proper of the competition.

Further information regarding tickets and matchday arrangements will be confirmed in due course.

Up Next: Dover Athletic vs Dorking Wanderers

Dover Athletic return to National League South action at the Megger Community Stadium this Saturday as Dorking Wanderers make the trip to Crabble.

The Whites head into the fixture looking to build on a strong recent run, while Dorking arrive in Kent having also progressed in the Emirates FA Cup last weekend.

With both sides aiming to carry momentum back into league action, another competitive afternoon awaits at Crabble.

Dover Athletic

Dover Athletic booked their place in the next round of the Emirates FA Cup with a 2-1 victory over Hanwell Town at the Oliver Connell & Son Community Stadium. The Whites took the lead after six minutes when Euan Williams lifted a ball over the defence for Ruben Soares-Junior. His delivery was spilled by Sam Beasant and Luke Baptiste reacted quickest to sweep home. Hanwell threatened from set-pieces and long throws, but Mitch Walker was equal to their best first-half chances, including a save from Henry Snee shortly before the break. The hosts increased the pressure after half-time and levelled in the 56th minute. Dwayne Duncan nodded a cross on and Snee headed home to make it 1-1. Hanwell went close again through Ibby Sankoh and Duncan, while Decarrey Sheriff forced Beasant into a save at the other end. Dover regained the lead in the 75th minute. Dequane Wilson-Braithwaite lifted a pass forward and Sheriff’s first touch took him around his man before he finished from close range. Hanwell pushed forward during six minutes of stoppage time, but Dover held firm to secure a 2-1 win in front of a record Hanwell attendance of 1,057.

From the Management

“Dorking is always a really difficult game. We’re in a good place and we’ve just got to keep doing what we’re doing. The club’s in a good place, the team’s in a good place, and we’ve just got to keep going.”

Dorking Wanderers

Dorking Wanderers booked their place in the FA Cup fourth qualifying round with a 1-0 win over Chatham Town at Meadowbank. The visitors made a lively start and nearly took an early lead when Jack Lyons struck the post. Dorking responded through Harry Pinchard, whose long-range effort dipped over the bar, before Alfie Rutherford also went close. Chatham continued to threaten and Harry Lodovica found himself one-on-one with Glenn Morris, but Dorking recovered to clear the danger. Despite chances at both ends, the sides went into half-time goalless. The breakthrough arrived in the 54th minute in unusual fashion. After Dorking won a corner, Pinchard took responsibility and his delivery evaded everyone before bouncing directly into the top-left corner. Chatham pushed for an equaliser and Lodovica was denied by an excellent Morris save from close range. The visitors continued to apply pressure late on, with Kola Salami among those threatening inside the area, but Dorking’s defence held firm. Morris produced another important intervention as Chatham searched for a way back into the contest, helping Wanderers preserve their clean sheet and secure a narrow 1-0 victory.

Dorking Wanderers arrive sitting eighth in National League South after ten matches, having collected 16 points from four wins, four draws and two defeats. Marc White’s side have scored 22 league goals so far, underlining their attacking threat, while conceding 16 at the other end. Their recent form has been particularly strong. Dorking have put together an unbeaten run stretching back to the end of August, beginning with a 1–0 victory over Truro City. That was followed by entertaining 3–3 draws against both Billericay Town and Chelmsford City, before another point was earned in a 2–2 draw with Torquay United. The goals have continued to flow in cup competition. Wanderers drew 2–2 with Southall in the FA Cup before winning a dramatic replay 5–4 after extra time, then returned to league action with a 4–3 victory over Braintree Town. Most recently, Dorking booked their place in the FA Cup fourth qualifying round with a 1–0 win over Chatham Town. The current run reflects a side carrying plenty of attacking confidence, with White’s squad continuing to produce goals from several areas. Their position just outside the play-off places also keeps them firmly among a tightly packed group competing towards the top end of the division.

Last Time

The most recent meeting between Dorking Wanderers and Dover Athletic came at Meadowbank on 10 February 2026, when two second-half goals earned the hosts a 2–0 victory. Dover started brightly and created the better of the early chances. George Nikaj fired narrowly wide before later forcing Harrison Foulkes into an excellent reflex save following a dangerous delivery. Ruben Soares-Junior was unable to convert the rebound as the Whites threatened to break the deadlock. Dorking responded with Jordan Norville-Williams shooting narrowly past the top corner, but neither side could find a breakthrough during a competitive first half. Dover again began positively after the interval, with Nikaj delivering for Decarrey Sheriff, but the forward could not direct his effort towards goal. The hosts opened the scoring in the 51st minute. Frank Vincent delivered a free-kick from the right which was flicked on inside the penalty area, allowing Brennan Camp to arrive and drive a powerful finish into the far corner. Dover attempted to respond, with Sheriff and Nikaj both testing Foulkes, while Harry Beadle’s long throws also caused problems after his introduction. Mitch Walker then produced an excellent save to deny Dennon Lewis before reacting quickly to smother the rebound from Jimmy Muitt. Dorking eventually made the points safe eight minutes from time when a ball flashed across the six-yard box and Knight reacted quickest to finish from close range. Dover almost reduced the deficit late on when Luke Baptiste curled an effort against the post, but Dorking held firm to complete a 2–0 victory in front of 906 spectators.

The Venue

We look forward to welcoming Dorking 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.

Hospitality: Dorking Wanderers

Make the most of matchday at Crabble as the Whites welcome Dorking Wanderers to the Megger Community Stadium.

Enjoy a three-course meal, premium seating and a relaxed hospitality experience before taking in the afternoon’s National League South action.

Your hospitality package includes:

Access to our hospitality lounge, complete with large TVs and projector
A three-course meal served at your table
Reserved, undercover premium padded seating
Complimentary tea, coffee and mineral water
A dedicated paid bar before and after the match
A complimentary matchday programme

Hospitality is priced at £32.50 per person and is available for individual or group bookings.

Please note that match admission is not included for non-season ticket holders, who will still need to purchase entry at the turnstiles on the day.

Menu

Starter:
Pâté served with Melba Toast

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 book your VIP hospitality, please email enquiries@doverathletic.com or call the office on 01304 822373.

Report: Hanwell Town 1-2 Dover Athletic – FA Cup

Dover Athletic booked their place in the next round of the Emirates FA Cup with a 2-1 victory over Hanwell Town at the Oliver Connell & Son Community Stadium.

Luke Baptiste gave the Whites an early lead before Henry Snee levelled for the hosts shortly after half-time, but Decarrey Sheriff struck with 15 minutes remaining to send Dover through in front of a record Hanwell Town attendance of 1,057.

Hanwell provided the first threat of the afternoon, with a long throw into the Dover penalty area asking questions of the visitors’ defence inside two minutes.

A minute later, Nazir Bakrin brought down a Hanwell forward in a dangerous position in front of goal. The resulting free-kick swerved beyond the wall and towards the far post, forcing Mitch Walker into a diving save.

Despite the hosts’ lively start, it was Dover who took the lead after just six minutes.

Euan Williams lifted a ball over the Hanwell defence for Ruben Soares-Junior to run onto. His delivery was spilled by goalkeeper Sam Beasant and Baptiste reacted quickest, sweeping up the loose ball and finding the net to put the Whites 1-0 ahead.

Dover went close to doubling their advantage in the 17th minute when Beasant again fumbled from a cross, although the visitors were unable to turn the loose ball towards goal.

Sheriff was then the target of another ball over the top six minutes later, but Beasant was quickly off his line to collect before the Dover striker could reach it.

Hanwell continued to look for a route into the Dover area through a succession of long throws, although the Whites dealt with the deliveries without allowing the hosts a clear sight of goal.

At the other end, Sheriff came close in the 36th minute. He broke through on goal before shooting from a tight angle at the near post, with Beasant making a strong save to push the effort behind for a corner.

Hanwell appealed for handball four minutes later when Harry Beadle blocked a cross inside the area, but the ball instead dropped safely through for Walker.

The hosts then produced one of their best openings of the first half on 45 minutes. A well-worked move into the penalty area created a chance for Snee, whose shot was kept out by Walker.

Three minutes of additional time were indicated at the end of the half, and Dover created one final opportunity before the interval as a quick move forward ended with Baptiste attempting to chip Beasant.

The Whites therefore went into half-time holding a 1-0 advantage.

Hanwell were forced into an early change after the restart, with Jordan Esprit unable to continue and Harvey Bradbury replacing him in the 52nd minute.

The home side began to apply increasing pressure, with Dover struggling to control possession during the opening stages of the second half.

That pressure brought an equaliser in the 56th minute.

Dover were unable to clear their lines as Hanwell attacked the penalty area. Dwayne Duncan rose to nod the cross on and Snee was there to head the ball home, bringing the hosts level at 1-1.

Dover almost produced an immediate response four minutes later when Beadle launched a long throw into the Hanwell box. The ball was knocked around inside the area before the hosts eventually managed to clear.

Hanwell then threatened again in the 64th minute. Roberto Nditi made a driving run forward before delivering a cross towards Ibby Sankoh, whose shot went just over Walker’s crossbar.

Dover made their first substitution two minutes later as Corie Andrews replaced Soares-Junior.

With the contest becoming increasingly stretched, Jack Bates tried his luck with a dipping effort in the 67th minute before Sheriff tested Beasant a minute later, the Hanwell goalkeeper making the save with his legs.

Hanwell made another change in the 72nd minute, Dan Carr replacing Zak Joseph, while Dover introduced Sak Hassan in place of Bates.

The hosts had a major opportunity to move in front two minutes later when Duncan climbed highest to meet a corner, but his header travelled narrowly wide.

A minute later, Dover restored their lead.

Dequane Wilson-Braithwaite lifted a pass forward towards Sheriff, whose first touch took the ball around his man. The striker then finished from close range to make it 2-1 to the Whites in the 75th minute.

Hanwell responded by making two further changes with seven minutes remaining, Kaleel Green replacing Bradbury and Saif Shaklir coming on for Sankoh as the hosts looked for another equaliser.

Dover made another change in the 87th minute as George Wilkinson replaced Williams, while Hanwell introduced Will Tomlinson in place of Eddie Cooper.

Six minutes of stoppage time were added as the home side committed players forward in search of a late leveller.

Hanwell fired narrowly wide in the first of those additional minutes before winning a corner two minutes later. Beasant came forward from his goal as Dover found themselves pinned back inside their own defensive third.

The Whites stood firm, however, and by the fifth minute of stoppage time had worked the ball into the corner as they looked to see out the remaining seconds.

The final whistle followed soon afterwards, confirming a 2-1 victory and Dover Athletic’s place in the next round of the Emirates FA Cup.

Attendance: 1,057

Hanwell Town: 1 Sam Beasant (C), 2 Roberto Nditi, 3 Ibby Sankoh, 4 Ade Olymuyiwa, 5 Dwayne Duncan, 6 Harry Hoath, 7 Eddie Cooper, 8 Ollie Turner, 9 Jordan Esprit, 10 Zak Joseph, 11 Henry Snee.

Substitutes: 12 Harry Seabrook, 14 Dan Carr, 15 Joe Wilson, 16 Will Tomlinson, 17 Harvey Bradbury, 18 Kaleel Green, 19 Saif Shaklir.

Dover Athletic: 1 Mitch Walker (C), 4 Harry Beadle, 6 Nazir Bakrin, 7 Luke Baptiste, 9 Decarrey Sheriff, 10 Ruben Soares-Junior, 11 Euan Williams, 12 Enyinnaya Ezenwanne, 20 Jack Bates, 23 Roman Charles-Cook, 24 Dequane Wilson-Braithwaite.

Substitutes: 8 George Wilkinson, 13 Lewis Bartlett, 15 Sonny Fish, 16 Momodou Jallow, 18 Corie Andrews, 22 Fuad Sesay, 27 Sak Hassan.

Dover Athletic Saddened by Passing of James Walker

Dover Athletic Football Club is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Whites forward James Walker, aged 38.

James joined Dover Athletic in 2011 and was part of the first-team squad during the 2011/12 Conference South campaign.

He made 27 league appearances for the Whites, scoring six goals during his time at Crabble, before continuing his career elsewhere in non-league football.

A product of Charlton Athletic’s academy, James enjoyed a long career in the professional game, representing clubs including Hartlepool United, Bristol Rovers, Leyton Orient, Notts County, Yeovil Town, Southend United, Hereford United and Gillingham.

He also represented England at youth level before later earning a senior international cap for Antigua and Barbuda.

Everyone at Dover Athletic sends their sincere condolences to James’ family, friends, former teammates and all those who knew him.

Rest in peace, James.

Free Canterbury shuttle to Dover Athletic home matches

Dover Athletic are delighted to announce the launch of a new FREE double-decker shuttle service from Canterbury to the Megger Community Stadium, starting with our home fixture on Saturday 10 October.

Run in collaboration with Bayliss Executive Travel, the new service is aimed particularly at students studying in Canterbury who want to get their football fix and experience live National League South football at Crabble.

The shuttle will run for all Dover Athletic home matches going forward, providing a simple and completely free way to travel from Canterbury to the stadium and back.

Canterbury to Dover Athletic

University of Kent – 12:00
Bus stop near Keynes College

Canterbury East Station – 12:15

Wincheap Park & Ride – 12:25

Dover Athletic Football Club – 13:10

Return journey

The coach will leave the Megger Community Stadium at 18:30, giving supporters plenty of time after the final whistle before heading back to Canterbury.

There is no charge to use the shuttle service.

Whether you are already a football supporter, looking for a local team to follow while studying in Kent, or simply fancy an affordable Saturday afternoon out with friends, we would love to welcome you to Crabble.

The first service will operate on Saturday 10 October, with the shuttle then running for Dover Athletic home games throughout the season.

Up Next: Hanwell Town vs Dover Athletic

Dover Athletic turn their attention back to the Emirates FA Cup this weekend as they travel to Hanwell Town in the Third Qualifying Round. The Whites booked their place in the next stage with a 4-2 victory over local rivals Folkestone Invicta at Crabble, twice coming from behind before goals from Jack Bates, Luke Baptiste and Decarrey Sheriff completed an impressive comeback. With league form also building, Dover will now look to carry that momentum into Saturday’s trip to Perivale Lane and secure a place in the Fourth Qualifying Round.

Dover Athletic

Dover Athletic continued their strong run of form with a 2-0 victory over AFC Totton at the Megger Community Stadium. Totton started brightly, but Dover soon created chances of their own. Williams crossed for Beadle, whose header went wide, before Soares-Junior was denied by Gosney. The Whites took the lead on 29 minutes with a slick counter-attack. Bates picked out Williams, who squared for Baptiste to slot home. Bates then doubled the advantage three minutes before half-time with a superb finish from the edge of the box, lofting the ball into the top corner. Totton almost responded in stoppage time, but Walker produced an excellent reaction save to deny Ward. Dover came close to a third after the break when Williams saw his effort tipped onto the crossbar by Gosney, while Bates and Sheriff also threatened. Totton increased the pressure late on, but Walker was in outstanding form, saving from Osborne and Godziemski before producing a superb fingertip stop to push Ward’s header onto the bar in the 89th minute. Dover saw out five minutes of added time to secure all three points and a clean sheet in front of 870 supporters.

From the Management

“We’re looking to get through to the next round, that’s first and foremost in a cup competition. Obviously, we’d like a good performance to go with it, but it’s going to be really difficult. Loads of Step 2 clubs have already been knocked out by lower-league clubs, so we’ll go there expecting what Hanwell will do and hopefully we can continue our form.”

Hanwell Town

Hanwell Town suffered a 4-2 home defeat to Enfield Town in the FA Trophy ahead of Saturday’s FA Cup meeting with Dover Athletic. After a goalless first half, Hanwell took the lead three minutes after the restart when Esprit drove forward and finished at the near post. Enfield responded quickly, with Keyi equalising from close range before striking again just minutes later to turn the tie around. Hanwell hit back through Duncan, who headed home Carr’s cross to make it 2-2 and give the hosts renewed momentum heading into the closing stages. The Geordies pushed for a winner, but Enfield regained the lead five minutes from time. Beasant could only parry an initial effort and substitute Al Sadi was on hand to convert the rebound. Al Sadi then added a fourth in stoppage time in similar fashion, reacting quickest after another Beasant save to complete the scoring. Despite the defeat, Hanwell showed plenty of attacking threat after the break and were level until the final five minutes.

Hanwell Town were founded in 1920 by a group of Geordies living and working in west London, a connection that remains central to the club’s identity today. Nicknamed the London Geordies, they continue to play in black and white stripes and are based at the Oliver Connell & Son Community Stadium in Perivale. The club have steadily climbed the non-league pyramid, winning the Spartan South Midlands League in 2013/14 before returning to the Southern League. Hanwell earned promotion to the Southern League Premier Division South through the play-offs in 2021/22 and have remained at Step 3 since. Their league campaign has started slowly this season, with one win, three draws and three defeats from their opening seven matches, leaving them 19th in the table at the time of writing. Their sole league victory came at home to Basingstoke Town, while they have also taken points against Malvern Town, Sholing and Frome Town. Cup form has been stronger. Hanwell beat Flackwell Heath 1-0 in the FA Cup First Qualifying Round before defeating Burgess Hill Town 2-1 to set up Saturday’s tie with Dover. Most recently, however, they suffered a 4-2 home defeat to Enfield Town in the FA Trophy.

Free Coach Travel

Following strong demand at Saturday’s game against AFC Totton, additional opportunities are available for supporters to book free coach travel to Hanwell Town. A large number of fans secured their places at the Centre Spot, but anyone unable to attend can still book in person at the club office. Booking will be available on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 10am–12pm, with an additional Wednesday evening session from 6.30pm–8.30pm. Places must be booked in person and supporters cannot reserve seats on behalf of another adult. Parents or guardians may book for accompanying under-16s. Travel is completely free thanks to the generous support of Newsteam. Coaches will depart Crabble at 11am on Saturday 3 October. Supporters will receive a numbered ticket confirming their allocated coach, with each coach displaying the corresponding number in its windscreen. As places are free, supporters are asked only to book if they are confident they can travel, helping ensure seats remain available for others. Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult. Alcohol, smoking and vaping are prohibited on the coaches, while unacceptable behaviour may result in return travel being refused.

The Venue

The Oliver Connell & Son Community Stadium offers a traditional non-league matchday experience, with plenty of food and drink options around the ground. Geordies Bar, located inside the clubhouse, serves draught beer, cans, wine and soft drinks before, during and after the game, while the Clubhouse Kitchen provides familiar matchday food. Along the far side, Mimi’s Horsebox serves loaded chips, nachos and rotating specials, with Bush Pie & Mash also available. The ground is dog friendly, with well-behaved dogs on leads welcome throughout. Turnstiles are located on Perivale Lane, with the clubhouse positioned behind the near goal.

Oliver Connell & Son Community Stadium
Reynolds Field
Hanwell
UB6 8TL

Admission

Adult: £12.00
Concessions (Over 65 & Student): £7
U18: £3

Buy in advance: https://app.fanbaseclub.com/fixture/hanwell-town-fc/23074

Update: Free coach travel to Hanwell Town

Following fantastic demand at yesterday’s game against AFC Totton, we are pleased to confirm additional opportunities for supporters to book their place on our free coach travel to Hanwell Town.

A large number of supporters signed up at the Centre Spot on Saturday and, if you were unable to make it to the ground, you can now secure your seat by visiting the club office during the following times:

Monday: 10am–12pm
Tuesday: 10am–12pm
Wednesday: 10am–12pm
Wednesday evening: 6.30pm–8.30pm

Places must still be booked in person, and supporters cannot book on behalf of another adult. Parents or guardians may book places for accompanying under-16s.

Travel is completely free thanks to the generous support of Newsteam, with coaches departing Crabble at 11am on Saturday 3 October.

Supporters who book will receive a numbered ticket showing their allocated coach, with each coach displaying the corresponding number in its windscreen on the day.

As places are free, please only book if you are confident you will be able to travel so that seats remain available for other supporters.

Supporters under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Alcohol, smoking and vaping are not permitted on the coaches, and unacceptable behaviour may result in return travel being refused.

Match Details

Hanwell Town v Dover Athletic
Emirates FA Cup Third Qualifying Round
Saturday 3 October 2026
3pm kick-off
Perivale Lane

We look forward to seeing a fantastic Dover following on the road as the Whites continue their Emirates FA Cup campaign.

Report: Dover Athletic 2-0 AFC Totton

Dover Athletic continued their strong run of form with a deserved 2-0 victory over AFC Totton at the Megger Community Stadium, as first-half goals from Baptiste and Bates secured all three points in front of 870 supporters.

The visitors began brightly and put Dover under some early pressure, finding space on the counter in the opening stages. Charles-Cook was alert to get across and defend one early attempt before Williams blocked a cross behind for the afternoon’s first corner.

Despite Totton’s energetic start, it was Dover who produced the first real opening after eight minutes. Williams delivered into the penalty area and Beadle rose to meet the cross, but his header went the wrong side of the post.

The Whites threatened again three minutes later. Dover broke through the Totton defence and Soares-Junior was able to drive towards goal before getting his shot away, only for Gosney to make a good save.

Baptiste was next to cause problems for the visitors, showing good skill to work his way into the penalty area before sending a cross into the middle. The resulting header failed to seriously trouble Gosney, but Dover were beginning to find increasing space in attacking areas.

Totton continued to see plenty of possession and patiently worked the ball around as they looked for an opening. One such move midway through the half ended with an effort sailing well over Walker’s crossbar.

Dover made their attacking threat count in the 29th minute with an excellent counter-attacking goal.

Totton had committed bodies forward for a corner, but the Whites quickly turned defence into attack. Bates picked out Williams with a pinpoint delivery and he sent the ball back across the face of goal, where Baptiste was waiting to slot home and give Dover the lead.

It got even better three minutes before half-time.

Bates, fresh from his goal against Folkestone Invicta the previous weekend, collected the ball around the edge of the penalty area and produced another spectacular finish, lofting his effort into the top corner beyond Gosney to double Dover’s advantage.

Totton almost found a route back into the contest during first-half stoppage time. Bennett’s cross found Ward, whose effort forced Walker into an excellent reaction save to preserve Dover’s two-goal advantage going into the interval.

The second half initially struggled to develop any rhythm. Dover were temporarily reduced to ten men while Beadle received treatment for some bleeding, before a Totton player also required attention.

Once play settled, Dover came agonisingly close to adding a third in the 56th minute. Soares-Junior attempted an overhead kick inside the area and, when the ball eventually fell to Williams, his effort was superbly tipped onto the crossbar by Gosney. From the resulting corner, Bates also went close as the Whites pushed for another goal.

Baptiste then broke towards goal shortly after the hour, but Hallett and Fleet combined effectively to hold him off and allow Gosney to gather.

Soares-Junior’s afternoon came to an end in the 63rd minute when Fish was introduced in the first Dover change.

Totton responded with one of their strongest spells of the match. Wanjau-Smith produced an impressive run down the right before the ball was worked through Sims to Osborne, whose dipping strike was tipped over by Walker. From the resulting corner Dover were forced to clear off the line as the visitors threatened to halve the deficit.

Dover remained dangerous at the opposite end, however, and nearly found their third after 69 minutes. A flowing Whites move ended with Bates getting a shot away, but Gosney reacted well to save with his legs.

Walker was called upon again four minutes later. Lee’s header released Godziemski through on goal, but the Dover goalkeeper stood firm and made another important stop.

Sheriff came close to putting the game beyond doubt in the 75th minute, meeting a Bates free-kick with a header which skimmed just wide of the far post.

Dover created another promising opportunity four minutes later as Baptiste raced clear. Rather than going for goal himself, he looked to set up Bates, but Totton recovered in time to block the midfielder’s attempt.

The visitors increased the pressure heading into the closing stages and Beadle produced an important block with nine minutes remaining as Dover protected their clean sheet.

Jallow replaced Williams in the 83rd minute before Andrews came on for Sheriff four minutes later.

Totton’s best opportunity to score arrived in the 89th minute. Rose delivered a corner which was met by Ward, whose powerful header looked destined for goal until Walker produced an outstanding fingertip save to divert the ball onto the crossbar.

Wilkinson replaced Bates immediately afterwards, and Dover safely negotiated five minutes of additional time to complete another victory and a clean sheet.

The result extends the Whites’ encouraging run of form following victories over Farnborough and Folkestone Invicta, with attention now turning back to the Emirates FA Cup and next Saturday’s trip to Hanwell Town.

Dover Athletic: 1 Walker (c), 23 Charles-Cook, 4 Beadle, 6 Bakrin, 12 Ezenwanne, 24 Wilson-Braithwaite, 11 Williams, 20 Bates, 7 Baptiste, 9 Sheriff, 10 Soares-Junior.
Subs: Wilkinson, Bartlett, Jallow, Fish, Andrews, Sesay, Oyenuga.

AFC Totton: 13 Gosney, 5 Hallett, 7 Sims, 12 Osborne, 17 Rose, 18 Godziemski, 19 Ward, 21 Mills, 23 Bennett, 26 Cordner (c), 27 Tanner.
Subs: Betts, Austin, Chandler, Fleet, Lee, Wanjau-Smith, Vigrass.

Attendance: 870.

Christmas Party Nights return to the Centre Spot

Christmas is coming to the Centre Spot, with three festive party nights lined up for December 2026.

Join us at Dover Athletic for an evening of festive food, drinks and dancing, perfect for Christmas parties with friends, family or work colleagues.

Guests will enjoy a welcome glass of fizz on arrival, followed by a three-course meal served at your table before partying the night away at our disco.

Friday 4, Friday 11 & Friday 18 December 2026
Doors open 7pm | Dinner served 7.30pm | Party until midnight

Our fully licensed bar will be open throughout the evening and is card only. A wine list is also available, with a 10% discount when ordering in advance. Group bookings are welcome, with tables of eight available.

Book your Christmas party

The full Christmas Party Package is £32.95 per person.

Places are available now, so book early to avoid missing out on one of our festive nights at the Centre Spot.

Call 01304 822373 or email enquiries@doverathletic.com to book your table.

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