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Report – Farnborough 1-2 Dover Athletic

Saturday 6 September 2025 – National League South
Cherrywood Road
Farnborough 1–2 Dover Athletic (HT 1–1)

Dover Athletic earned a hard-fought three points on the road with a 2–1 victory over Farnborough at Cherrywood Road, thanks to goals from Ruben Soares-Junior and the in-form George Nikaj.

The Whites made the perfect start, striking within three minutes. A deep cross from Mampolo picked out Soares-Junior, whose header forced a save from Jack Turner, but the Farnborough keeper fumbled and the ball bounced over the line to give Dover an early lead. Nikaj almost doubled the advantage moments later, skimming a header over the bar, as Dover pinned their hosts back.

Against the run of play, Farnborough found a leveller on 12 minutes. Toby Bower’s free-kick delivery caused chaos in the box and defender Lachlan Byrd guided it into the bottom corner. The hosts briefly grew in confidence, but Dover soon reasserted control, forcing Turner into several excellent stops – most notably a superb reflex save from Cocoracchio’s close-range effort and another low stop to deny Charles-Cook. At the other end, Walker had to be alert to keep out a Poleon strike, while Nikaj rattled the post just before half-time.

The second half began brightly for Dover, with Wilkinson and Charles-Cook looking lively in advanced positions. Their pressure finally told in the 57th minute when Matthews clever through ball sent Nikaj clear, and the striker coolly slotted home his sixth of the season to restore Dover’s advantage.

Nikaj almost added a second soon after, striking the post again, but as the half wore on, Farnborough began to apply late pressure, hampered by injuries that saw captain Ollie Robinson forced off. Turner continued to frustrate Dover, tipping away efforts from Francis and Matthews, while Walker remained solid at the other end.

With tired legs showing, Dover introduced Beadle, Baptiste, Coker and Sheriff to shore things up. The Whites had to dig deep as Farnborough pressed hard in seven minutes of stoppage time, with a glancing header flashing wide in the closing stages.

Dover stood firm to secure the win with the travelling fans in full voice under the Hampshire sunshine. The result sees the Whites build momentum ahead of a swift return to Farnborough next weekend in the FA Cup.

Dover Athletic:
1 Walker, 2 Charles-Cook, 4 Jones, 21 Mensah, 3 Sesay, 6 Cocoracchio, 8 Matthews, 23 Wilkinson, 10 Nikaj, 14 Soares-Junior, 24 Mampolo

Subs:
Baptiste, Coker, Sheriff, Beadle, Lukombo, Jallow, Gillmore

Farnborough:
1 Turner, 2 D’Auria-Henry, 5 Robinson, 6 Byrd, 12 Harris, 14 Poleon, 16 Smith, 19 Bower, 21 Huke, 23 Collis, 26 Bloomfield

Subs:
8 Lomas, 9 Bingham, 10 Jennings, 11 Keita, 17 Clout, 24 Sandah

Joe Tennent Departs

Dover Athletic can confirm that defender Joe Tennent has left the club.

Joe joined the Whites ahead of the 2024/25 campaign and quickly became an important part of the side. He went on to make 36 appearances in all competitions last season, playing a vital role in our successful promotion back to the National League South. His consistency and commitment were clear to see throughout the year, and he will be remembered as a key figure in one of the club’s most memorable campaigns in recent years.

Tennent’s career has seen him enjoy spells with a number of clubs. He made 32 appearances for Three Bridges in the 2022/23 season, after rejoining them for a second spell following a stint with VCD Athletic. In 2023/24, he starred for Whitehawk, where he was named the club’s Managers’ Player of the Season before making the move to Crabble. He also had a short loan back at Whitehawk during his time with Dover.

Everyone at Dover Athletic would like to place on record our thanks to Joe for his efforts in a Whites shirt and wish him the very best for the future.

Up Next – Farnborough vs Dover Athletic

Dover return to action on Saturday with a tough trip to Farnborough, the first of back-to-back meetings with the Hampshire side. After a dramatic 2-2 draw against Dagenham in midweek, Jake Leberl’s men will be eager to turn performances into three points as they continue their National League South campaign.

Dover Athletic

Dover were denied victory by a late penalty as they drew 2-2 with 10-man Dagenham at Crabble. The Daggers struck inside two minutes through Donovan Wilson before Corey Panter’s red card handed the hosts the initiative. Dover hit the post before half-time but levelled just seconds after the restart, Francis Mampolo crossing for Ruben Soares-Junior to head home. The forward then pounced on a rebound to fire Dover ahead on 67 minutes. Dagenham pushed late on and were awarded a penalty when Harvey Broad was fouled, Ashley Hemmings converting to rescue a point for the visitors before a crowd of 1,103.

From the Management

“They had a great result at Chelmsford on Monday and have some really strong players, so it’s going to be another tough test. But we’re generally strong away from home and we’re looking forward to it.””

Farnborough

Farnborough head into Saturday’s clash with Dover on the back of an emphatic 5-2 win at Chelmsford City. Spencer Day’s side were clinical in front of goal, with Mason Bloomfield and Ryan Huke both netting twice and Dominic Poleon also on target. Boro struck three times before the break, punishing Chelmsford despite Josh Castiglione briefly reducing the deficit. After the restart, Farnborough frustrated their hosts and sealed victory late on, Huke slotting in his second before Bloomfield lashed home in stoppage time. The result underlined Boro’s attacking firepower, with Bloomfield, Poleon and Huke all in strong early-season form.

Farnborough, managed by long-serving boss Spencer Day, continue to carry the “dark horse” tag in National League South. Last season’s 10th-place finish showed promise, and summer recruitment has strengthened their squad. Former Ebbsfleet duo Dominic Poleon and Rakish Bingham bring proven firepower, while Mason Bloomfield has also arrived to bolster the attack. Billy Clifford’s capture from Barnet adds quality in midfield. Defensively, signings Lachlan Byrd, Ali Omar and Louie Lomas provide fresh options in front of experienced keeper Jack Turner. With goalscorer Ricky Holmes departing, much will hinge on Poleon and Bloomfield if Boro are to challenge for the play-offs.

The Venue

BR Saunders Transport Community Stadium, Cherrywood Rd, Farnborough GU14 8UD

More info: https://farnboroughfc.co.uk/club/stadium/

Admission  

Adult £14
Concession £11
14-17-year-old £6
Under 14 (must be supervised by a paying Adult at all times) FREE
Family Ticket* (2 Adults, 2 Children Under 14) £21

Report – Dover Athletic 2-2 Dagenham & Redbridge

A brace from Ruben Soares-Junior looked set to hand Dover all three points on Tuesday night, but a late penalty meant honours were shared in a 2-2 draw at Crabble.

The visitors could not have asked for a better start, breaking the deadlock inside two minutes. Reggie Young burst clear down the right and cut the ball back for Donovan Wilson, who calmly tucked home from close range. Dover responded with purpose, Luke Baptiste forcing an early save and Harry Beadle heading wide, but Dagenham continued to threaten on the counter and tested Mitch Walker through Dylan Stephenson and Tom Sidwell.

The game turned on 25 minutes when Daggers defender Corey Panter was shown a straight red card for an off-the-ball incident, leaving the visitors to play over an hour with ten men. Dover pressed forward and were inches from levelling when Roman Charles-Cook rattled the upright, before Walker was called on again to deny Wilson with a sharp stop just before the break.

Jake Leberl made changes at half-time, introducing Francis Mampolo and George Wilkinson, and the impact was instant. Just 35 seconds after the restart, Mampolo delivered a superb cross from the left which Soares-Junior headed in at the back post to bring Dover level. The Whites, buoyed by the equaliser, pushed on and completed the turnaround midway through the half. Mampolo’s strike was parried by goalkeeper Daniel Barden, but Soares-Junior reacted quickest to lash home his second and put Dover 2-1 up.

Dagenham, however, refused to fold. Substitute Ashley Hemmings almost created an equaliser when his low ball was steered narrowly wide by Rafiq Khaleel, and with four minutes to play they were handed a lifeline. Referee Jonathan Bolland pointed to the spot after Harvey Broad was brought down in the box by Henry Lukombo, and Hemmings kept his cool to send Walker the wrong way and level the contest at 2-2.

Alfie Matthews went close in stoppage time with a bending effort, but Dover were forced to settle for a point in front of a crowd of 1,103. The Whites now turn their attention to back-to-back games with Farnborough, first in the league and then in the FA Cup.

Dover Athletic

Walker, Charles-Cook (Lukombo 76), Sesay, Jones, Mensah, Cocoracchio, Beadle (Wilkinson 46), Matthews (Sheriff 90+2), Baptiste (Mampolo 46), Nikaj, Soares-Junior.
Subs not used: Tennent, Coker, Gillmore.

Dagenham & Redbridge

Barden, Lusala (Broad 72), Maghoma, Panter, Rendall, Harrack, Sidwell, Young (Hemmings 78), Haigh (Khaleel 78), Wilson (N’Guessan 72), Stephenson.
Subs not used: Howes, Scott, Kalambayi.

Referee: Jonathan Bolland
Attendance: 1,103

Up Next – Dover Athletic vs Dagenham & Redbridge

Dover return to Crabble on Tuesday night looking to bounce back quickly from defeat against Maidenhead United, as they face Dagenham & Redbridge in National League South action. With back-to-back losses leaving the Whites eager to respond, Jake Leberl’s side will be hoping to spark a turnaround. The visitors, meanwhile, arrive with ambitions of their own and will provide another stern test under the lights at the Megger Community Stadium.

Dover Athletic

Dover Athletic slipped to a 2–1 defeat at home to Maidenhead United, with former Whites defender Will de Havilland scoring both goals for the visitors. The Magpies struck early when Dover failed to clear a corner, de Havilland pouncing to put them ahead. After a frustrating first half, Dover hit back quickly after the restart as George Nikaj cut inside and finished low to equalise. The momentum briefly swung to the hosts, but another defensive lapse allowed de Havilland to head home his second from a Remy Clerima cross. Despite late pressure, Dover couldn’t find a leveller.

From the Management

“We know how brutal this league is — we experienced it the season before last. What we can’t do is feel sorry for ourselves. We’ve got to stay strong, stay competitive, and have a real go at every team. But we also need to defend our box better against crosses.”

Dagenham & Redbridge

Weston-super-Mare condemned Dagenham & Redbridge to a heavy 3-0 defeat at a rain-soaked Optima Stadium. The Daggers had the better of the first half, with Howes producing key saves, while Lusala went close before the break. Goalless at half-time, the game turned early in the second period as Louis Britton converted from the spot. Moments later, the visitors were undone again by an own-goal to leave them chasing the contest. Despite changes from the bench, Weston seized full control and added a third with just over ten minutes left to seal the win, leaving Dagenham empty-handed after a difficult afternoon.

Dagenham & Redbridge endured a disastrous 2024/25, finishing 21st and suffering relegation from the National League for the first time in 25 years. Under new Qatari ownership and manager Lee Bradbury, the Daggers have undergone a major rebuild. Key arrivals include goalkeeper Sam Howes, defender Christian Maghoma, midfielders George Marsh and Tim Dieng, plus high-profile forwards Donovan Wilson, Ashley Hemmings and the sensational signing of Andy Carroll as player-owner. Despite losing top scorer Josh Rees, optimism has returned, with a strike force that looks among the division’s best. Defence and midfield remain unproven, but promotion ambitions are clear.

The Venue

We look forward to welcoming Dagenham 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.

Report – Dover Athletic 1-2 Maidenhead United

Dover Athletic 1–2 Maidenhead United
National League South – Saturday 30th August 2025
Megger Community Stadium
Attendance: 1,069

Dover Athletic fell to their second defeat in four days as a brace from former Whites defender Will de Havilland earned Maidenhead United all three points at Crabble.

The visitors started on the front foot and were sharper in the early exchanges. After forcing a series of corners, Dover’s failure to clear their lines proved costly. In the eighth minute, the ball dropped to de Havilland, who smashed home emphatically from close range to put Maidenhead in front. Dover, sluggish and wasteful in possession, struggled to settle. Only Alfie Matthews offered a half chance with a tame effort easily gathered by Jordi van Stappershoef, while at the other end Josh Umerah and Liam Dulson kept the home defence under pressure.

The Whites went in a goal down at the break but came out revitalised in the second half. Barely three minutes after the restart, George Nikaj provided a moment of quality. Picking up the ball on the right, he cut inside with purpose before curling a low strike into the far corner to draw Dover level and lift the home crowd. For the next ten minutes, the momentum swung Dover’s way, with the hosts pinning Maidenhead back and testing their resolve.

But the Magpies weathered the storm and gradually began to reassert themselves. Walker had to be sharp to deny Robinson after good work by Popoola, and Maidenhead’s aerial threat continued to cause problems from corners. The pressure told in the 72nd minute when Remy Clerima’s floated cross picked out de Havilland, who ghosted into space and glanced a header inside the far post for his second of the match.

Dover responded by throwing on fresh legs, with Soares-Junior, Baptiste, Coker and Wilkinson all introduced in search of an equaliser. Nikaj almost forced the issue with a deflected cross that nearly crept in, while Soares-Junior found pockets of space but couldn’t convert. Despite late pressure and five added minutes, the Whites couldn’t break down a disciplined Maidenhead rearguard, who defended their lead with determination.

For Jake Leberl’s side, this was another reminder of the fine margins at this level. Sloppy defending in key moments cost them, while former player de Havilland came back to haunt them. With Dagenham & Redbridge visiting Crabble on Tuesday night, Dover will need to quickly regroup.

Dover Athletic

1 Walker (c), 2 Charles-Cook, 4 Jones, 21 Mensah, 17 Lukombo, 6 Cocoracchio, 16 Beadle, 8 Matthews, 24 Mampolo, 10 Nikaj, 11 Sheriff

Subs:
Sesay, Tennent, Baptiste, Coker, Soares-Junior, Wilkinson, Gillmore


Maidenhead United

22 Van Stappershoef, 3 Ragguette, 4 De Havilland (c), 10 Ferdinand, 11 Mitchell-Lawson, 12 Robinson, 15 Umerah, 17 Dulson, 19 Cochrane, 20 Clerima, 23 Popoola

Subs:
Collins, Bartley, Andrews, Yearn, McMenemy, Dundas, Stewart

Up Next – Dover Athletic vs Maidenhead United

Following two spirited Bank Holiday fixtures, the Whites are back in action at Crabble as they welcome Maidenhead United.

Dover Athletic

Dover Athletic fell to late heartbreak at Plainmoor as Torquay United snatched a 3-2 win. Alfie Matthews struck twice for the Whites, curling in a superb first-half free-kick before converting a penalty won by George Nikaj early in the second half. Cooke had earlier levelled from the spot for the hosts, before Young’s low finish brought them back on terms again just after the hour. Dover defended bravely and threatened on the counter but were undone in the 89th minute when substitute Jay bundled home from a corner. A battling display, but no reward for the travelling 49 fans.

From the Management

“I’m gutted for the boys that we didn’t pick up at least a point against Torquay. The games are coming thick and fast and now it’s Maidenhead on Saturday, who are a big, strong team. It’s going to be another tough test – but then every game, every minute at this level is tough. We’ve already seen in the short start to the season that we have to be at it all the time. I thought we were on Monday, but we still need to be stronger.”

Maidenhead United

Maidenhead United claimed their first win of the season with a 2-1 comeback against Horsham at York Road. Trailing 1-0 at half-time to Shamir Fenelon’s strike, the Magpies responded immediately after the break when veteran defender Remy Clerima’s header squeezed past Lewis Carey. The hosts then turned the game around as Jayden Mitchell-Lawson ghosted into the box to finish from close range. Boss Alan Devonshire had rung the changes after a winless start, restoring Mitchell-Lawson and introducing Umerah and Dulson from the bench, and his decisions paid off as Maidenhead’s second-half pressure secured a much-needed victory in sweltering conditions.

Maidenhead United enter their first season back in National League South after relegation, with Alan Devonshire reshaping his squad for a promotion push. Key departures included Reece Smith, Casey Pettit and top scorer Shawn McCoulsky, but the Magpies have recruited smartly. Ex-Woking midfielder Matt Robinson headlines the arrivals, alongside powerful defender Manny Onariase and forward Josh Umerah, who is tipped to rediscover his scoring touch. Former favourite Harry Pritchard also returns to bolster midfield creativity. Known for their physicality and resilience, Maidenhead look likely to challenge at the top end of this league, with Robinson pivotal and Umerah backed to lead the line.

The Venue

We look forward to welcoming Maidenhead 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.

Report – Torquay United 3-2 Dover Athletic

Torquay United 3–2 Dover Athletic
National League South — Mon 25 Aug 2025

Venue: Plainmoor • Attendance: 3,957 (49 Dover)

Dover suffered late heartbreak at Plainmoor as substitute Matt Jay poached an 89th-minute winner to deny the Whites a battling point after Alfie Matthews twice put Jake Leberl’s men ahead.

Dover went into the game with an unchanged XI and Ruben Soares-Junior back on the bench. Torquay’s early surge had the home crowd in full voice, but Mitch Walker produced a stunning flying stop on 14 minutes to turn Jordan’s rising drive over the bar. Moments later Francis Mampolo, back on his feet after treatment, won a free-kick 20 yards out; up stepped Matthews, and in trademark fashion he arrowed the set-piece into the top corner to put Dover in front.

The Gulls responded with pressure and, after a scramble, were awarded a penalty when Jacob Mensah was adjudged to have pulled Dreyer. Cooke buried it despite Walker diving the right way on 35 minutes to level the contest. Torquay flashed one across goal in stoppage time, but it was all square at the interval.

Leberl made a double change at the break — Soares-Junior for Sheriff and Baptiste for Mampolo — and Dover struck immediately on the counter. George Nikaj burst from deep, surged into the box and was tripped; Matthews converted the penalty just four minutes into the half to restore the lead.

Torquay hit back around the hour mark as skipper Young weaved into the area and drilled low across Walker for the equaliser. Harry Beadle replaced the injured Ryan Hanson shortly after, and while Torquay carried the territory, Dover defended stoutly — stepping up expertly to catch the hosts offside on several occasions — and threatened on the break, with Sesay’s driven cross nearly forced in by a retreating defender.

As legs tired, Wilkinson came on for Matthews with nine minutes left and Coker replaced Cocoracchio in the closing stages. But with the clock ticking down, a Torquay corner wasn’t cleared; a back-heel at the near post squirmed through a crowd and Jay reacted quickest to stab home from point-blank range. Dover thought they’d equalised instantly, only for the flag to cut short the celebrations. After four minutes of added time, the whistle confirmed a narrow defeat that felt cruel on the Whites’ effort and organisation.

Dover Athletic:

Walker (C), Charles-Cook, Jones, Mensah, Sesay; Cocoracchio, Matthews, Hanson, Nikaj, Sheriff, Mampolo.
Subs: Soares-Junior, Baptiste, Coker, Beadle, Lukombo, Wilkinson, Gillmore.

Torquay United:

Hamon (GK), Foulston, Dreyer, Sundire, Dennis, Young, Cooke, Phillips, Palmer, Worthington (C), Thomas.
Subs: Akyeampong, Dyer, Wonnacott (GK), Crosbie, Hayfield, Jay, Edwards.

Up Next – Torquay United vs Dover Athletic

Dover Athletic make the Bank Holiday Monday trip to Plainmoor to take on Torquay United. With three wins from four to start the season, confidence is high in Jake Leberl’s squad as they look to extend their run against one of the division’s biggest names.

Dover Athletic

Dover Athletic continued their good start with a 2–0 win over Salisbury at the Megger Community Stadium. Jalen Jones opened the scoring on 32 minutes, heading home his first goal for the club from an Alfie Matthews corner. The Whites controlled much of the first half, with Francis Mampolo and Decarrey Sheriff posing regular threats. Salisbury improved after the break, but Mitch Walker made key saves to preserve the lead. George Nikaj sealed the points late on, finishing coolly in the 88th minute. Substitute Luke Baptiste struck the bar with a stoppage-time penalty, but Dover still claimed a third straight victory.

From the Management

“It’s a quick turnaround on Monday with the trip to Torquay, so there’s a lot of travelling again. But off the back of a good result we’re enjoying the journey, and we’ll head down tomorrow fully prepared. What a great place to visit — this is exactly why we wanted to be in this league, to play at grounds like Torquay. It’ll be a great occasion for the club and for the lads, and we’re going there looking to get a result.”

Torquay

Torquay United suffered their first defeat of the season as Horsham struck late to win 2–1 at the Fusion Aviation Community Stadium. James Hammond’s free-kick gave the hosts a half-time lead, before United pushed hard after the restart. Substitutes combined for the equaliser in the 88th minute, with Jadyn Crosbie flicking on for Ed Palmer to volley home superbly. However, disaster struck moments later when a defensive mix-up allowed Leone Gravata to pounce and seal Horsham’s first win of the campaign. It was a cruel blow for Paul Wotton’s side, who now look to bounce back quickly against Dover on Bank Holiday Monday.

Torquay United head into 2025/26 determined to go one better after missing out on the National League South title by goal difference last season. Paul Wotton’s side, who collected 89 points, have retained their key players while adding real quality. Defensive rock Sam Dreyer anchors one of the division’s strongest backlines, with Jordan Thomas joining permanently at right-back. Midfield depth has been boosted by Munashe Sundire, Matt Worthington and Sonny Blu Lo-Everton, offering energy and creativity. Up front, 32-year-old Cody Cooke remains the main threat after 19 goals, with new arrival Sonny Fish providing youthful competition. Former Bromley forward Louis Dennis and Callum Dolan join Matt Jay and Dylan Morgan in an attacking unit full of variety, while Jordan Young impressed with ten goals from the right last term.

The Venue

https://torquayunited.com/fans/directions/

Plainmoor, Plainmoor Rd, Torquay TQ1 3PS

Admission  

Adult: £22
Concession: £20.
Under 18: £13

Purchase here: https://torquayunited.ktckts.com/event/tor2526h03/torquay-united-v-dover-athletic

Report – Dover Athletic 2-0 Salisbury

Dover Athletic 2–0 Salisbury
National League South – Saturday 23 August 2025
Venue: Megger Community Stadium | Attendance: 896
Referee: Daniel Barnes

Dover Athletic continued their good start to the National League South campaign with a 2–0 victory over Salisbury at the Megger Community Stadium, courtesy of goals from defender Jalen Jones and forward George Nikaj. Despite substitute Luke Baptiste striking the crossbar with a stoppage-time penalty, the Whites made it three wins in the last three and climbed to second in the early table.

The game began brightly for Dover, with Alfie Matthews curling an effort just wide inside two minutes before Decarrey Sheriff saw a shot blocked after a quick counter-attack. Salisbury responded with a spell of possession, but it was the hosts who looked more threatening. Francis Mampolo caused repeated problems down the flank, delivering dangerous crosses that had the visiting defence scrambling.

The breakthrough came in the 32nd minute. After a flurry of corners, Dover finally made one count. A short routine from Matthews allowed him to whip a cross into the box, where centre-back Jalen Jones bundled home from close range to register his first goal for the club. It was no more than Dover deserved after a strong spell of pressure.

Salisbury were forced into a first-half change with midfielder Briggs limping off, but it did little to disrupt the rhythm of a Dover side that looked comfortable at the interval with their 1–0 lead.

The visitors showed more attacking intent after the restart, with Mitch Walker called into action to save from distance just before the hour mark. At the other end, Matthews saw a free kick deflect narrowly wide, while Jacob Mensah twice rose highest, one effort dramatically cleared off the line.

Manager Jake Leberl freshened up his attack on the hour mark, introducing Luke Baptiste and Kenny Coker, and the pair immediately tested Salisbury with their energy. Nikaj came close on several occasions, forcing a save with a powerful effort before another shot deflected kindly for Baptiste, whose header drew a smart stop from Buse in the Salisbury goal.

With time running out, Dover finally sealed the points in the 88th minute. Substitute Coker drove forward and released Nikaj, who held off his marker before coolly finishing to send the River End into raptures.

There was late drama when Baptiste was brought down in stoppage time by Tom Davies, the referee pointing to the spot. The substitute, however, rattled his penalty against the crossbar, denying himself a first goal of the season.

It mattered little in the end as Dover closed out the game professionally, securing back-to-back home clean sheets and their third straight victory.

Dover Athletic XI: Walker, Charles-Cook, Sesay (Lukombo 67), Jones, Mensah, Cocoracchio (Wilkinson 90+2), Hanson, Matthews (Beadle 74), Mampolo (Baptiste 61), Nikaj, Sheriff (Coker 61). Subs not used: Tennent, Gillmore.

Salisbury XI: Buse, Sommerton, Atkinson, Ngalo, Foran (Revan 46), Briggs (Taylor 42), Bray (Keeya 67), Muller, Davies, Grubb, Coppin (Higgs 76). Subs not used: Sharlott, Cove, Dore.