Category: Match Preview

UP NEXT – WELLING UNITED

The Wings head to Crabble to kick-off the Easter Weekend.

Warren Feeney’s Welling United head to Crabble on Good Friday with both teams looking to steer clear from the bottom four. Our visitors sit one point and one place below us in the table in 17th position and will be looking to go one better than the point against the Whites back in September when two late goals from Manny Parry and Chike Kandi ensured that both teams took a point apiece.

Dover hold an impressive record over the Wings, winning four of the last five encounters, including a 5-0 thumping in a preseason friendly back in 2017. The Gaffer will be looking for another full blooded performance from his charges after some heroic defending last time out. As well as heaping plenty of praise on his players, Mitch Brundle had admiration for the travelling support last weekend who despite witnessing a less than favourable run of late, still got behind the team.

‘I cannot thank them enough,’ said the manager. ‘They have been fantastic since I came in and even with the down turn of form over those four games, still travelled to Braintree and got behind the team. Hopefully we can get some through the gate to kick off the bank holiday and we look forward to hopefully getting another three points.’

There are still spaces available in the VIP suite where you can relax and watch the game with the best view of the house, including a delicious three course meal. Details can be found on the website.

TICKET INFORMATION

Tickets for this game can be purchased at the turnstile only.

Prices are as follows:

Adults – £16

Over 60 – £14

Under 18 – £8

Under 11s continue to be free with paying adult

UP NEXT – BRAINTREE TOWN

The Whites head to Essex to take on Braintree.

Mitch Brundle takes his Dover side to Essex this weekend in a bid to stop a run of five consecutive defeats after only losing once in the previous eight matches prior to the 3-0 loss at home to Cheshunt.

The Whites romped to a 3-1 victory over the Iron in October and hold a pretty decent record over the hosts, winning four of the last five meetings, including a 6-1 drubbing courtesy of four Ricky Miller goals back in 2016.

Braintree are chasing a play off birth and despite their shock defeat to Taunton last time out, will be formidable opponents. Tyrone Sterling and Myles Judd could miss out through suspension but skipper Lee Martin and Jordan Higgs will return from their two match bans. Speaking to Kent Online Sport the Gaffer said ‘Martin and Higgs strengthen our midfield and you’re going to lose players but, hopefully, people stand up. Once you bring players into the first-team, including from the Academy, it’s only right that you use them. Some of the boys step up, like Freddie Oliver has done. Sometimes, you find little gems underneath your noses that you didn’t know about.’

The boss had his eyes firmly set on the fixture in hand amidst calls of a return of Alfie Pavey to haunt the Whites but unfortunately the forward misses out through suspension. ‘People might not know but me and Pavey have been friends for a very long time. He’s a fantastic player. When you play to his strengths, his goalscoring record speaks for itself. He would have wanted to play against his old team. Personally, I’m not going back there as a player, I’m going back as a manager. I loved it there, it’s where I broke through, really, but we’ll try to earn three points.’

Ticket Information:

Seat/Ground – Adults £15

Seat/Ground – Concessions £10

Ground Only – U18 £5

Getting to the Dunmow Group Stadium:

Leave the M25 at junction 27 and head north on the M11. Leave the M11 at junction 8 and head east on the A120. Follow the A120 for 16 miles until you reach Galleys Corner roundabout. Take the first exit into Cressing Road. Entry to the ground is approximately three-quarters of a mile on your left (Clockhouse Way) and is sign posted.

We hope to see as many of you there as possible. COYW.

UP NEXT – ST ALBANS CITY

The Whites travel to St Albans looking to get back to winning ways.

We head to the Mozzarella Fellas Stadium, Clarence Park, for our next Vanarama National South outing. The lads will be looking to turn around our fortunes following a hat-trick of defeats. This weekend also sees the return of Non League Day, which promises to bring an added buzz around the place with the pre attendance figures already quoted as having beaten the previous record attendance between the two clubs which stands at just over 800.

St Albans City socials had been advertising a good ticket deal for the match and interest was very high in the reduced tickets.

Entry to the Mozzarella Fellas Stadium at Clarence Park for the 2022/2023 season is subject to the following admission prices:

Match tickets

Ticket type Price
Adult £16.50
Concession * £11
Her Game Too *** £11
Next-Gen (18-21) £8
Junior (U18s) £6
Junior (U12s) ** FREE
Family ticket *** £18/£30

Under 12 tickets are only free of charge when purchased with an over 18 ticket – otherwise under 18 prices will apply.

Club members may purchase match tickets with a 10% discount (except for the proper rounds of the FA Cup).

Matchday tickets, hospitality options, season tickets, and club memberships can be obtained from our online ticketing site. Tickets can be pre-purchased or purchased from the turnstiles (card payments only).

  • Seniors aged 65 and over
  • Unemployed (JSA recipients)
  • Personal Indépendence Payments recipients
  • NHS and Blue Light Services staff members
  • Serving Members of the Armed Forces
  • Students in full-time education (aged over 21 years old)
  • Season Ticket Holders of Watford, Luton Town, Spurs, Arsenal, Chelsea, and West Ham United

** Must attend with another ticket holder aged 16 or over
*** A pre-purchased family ticket will include 1 x Adult plus 1 x Youth (Under 18) for £18 or 2 x Adults plus 2 x Youth (Under 18s) for £30.

**** Her Game Too initiative – special admission price for season ticket holders of any women’s football club

Ways to buy a match ticket
Online via our FanZone website subject to availability.

In-person at Clarence Park on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays between 10 am and 1 pm (card payments only)

All supporters are asked to respect our neighbours and park with consideration. A large car park is available at St Albans City Station and costs are modest for evening or Saturday parking.

UP NEXT – HAMPTON & RICHMOND BOROUGH HEAD TO TOWN

The Whites host Hampton & Richmond Borough looking to get back to winning ways.

Mitch Brundle will be looking for a better result and performance than last time out with the Whites going down 3-1 away to Chippenham Town. With only four more home games remaining this campaign it will be important for the lads to not take their eyes off the ball and try and finish the season with a flourish.

‘We were weak,’ said the Gaffer following the defeat last week. ‘We weren’t aggressive enough and it showed in that performance.’

Speaking to Kent Online Sport, Brundle said ‘The Cheshunt game, the scoreline flattered them because it was not a 3-0 game. I took something from it. But Saturday was not good enough and completely out of character from us since I’ve been in charge. Hopefully, it was just one of those days. We did have our chances, don’t get me wrong, but nothing compared to what we’ve had previously. We came out after half-time and scored, and I thought ‘Maybe the half-time team talk livened everyone up’. But we were just not good enough.’

Hampton & Richmond have been on a decent run themselves, winning three of their last five fixtures. Dover will be looking to complete the double over the Beavers following the 2-0 win back in November at the Rocket Hospitality Stadium. The clubs previous meeting back in 2012 saw Hampton & Richmond take four points from six over the Whites.

COYW.

TICKET INFORMATION

Tickets for this game can be purchased at the turnstile only. We do take both card and cash.

Prices are as follows:

Adults – £16

Over 60 – £14

Under 18 – £8

Under 11s continue to be free with paying adult

UP NEXT – CHIPPENHAM TOWN

The Whites head to Chippenham.

Dover are on the road this Saturday following a hat-trick of home matches, looking to forget Tuesday nights result against Cheshunt. Mitch Brundle’s side will face another lengthy trip, similar to Taunton a few weeks back, where the Whites came away with three vital points.

Dover received a bloody nose after the 3-0 defeat on Tuesday but there is always the next game to focus on for Brundle who was quick to point out to Kent Online Sport that the defeat is now put behind him. ‘You’re only two weeks away from being dragged back into it,’ said Brundle. ‘So we’ll just move onto the next one with a positive mindset. I get frustrated with these results. I could be really disappointed and really critical, but we always have our feet on the ground. It’s a real learning curve for us, especially me as a manager.

Stuart Nelson lept to the defence of his manager last week following the mention of the manager’s age but this time it was the Gaffer who was on the defensive when quizzed about his number one. ‘He does everything you could ask of a player. And he’s there to help. I’m 13 years younger than him but, any time I want to speak to him, I can speak to him. He’s been absolutely fantastic. He’s a very experienced professional and, to be honest, I love him. He does everything right.

He’s kept us in loads of games. With his experience, people listen to him. As a manager, you can say so much from the side but it’s also having players you can trust, and he trusts the team in front of him now. It’s a team that’s working hard and showing desire, commitment and passion. He’s one of those people that just demands that.’

The Whites drew 1-1 the last time we faced Chippenham back in November with Lee Martin seeing red before an Alfie Pavey goal levelled the game with 15 minutes to go.

Admission Prices for the 2022/23 Season

Adults: £14
Senior Citizens: £10
Juniors (U18): £3

Students and Armed Forces Personnel with a Vaild ID Card: £10

FREE for Under 16’s when accompanied with a paying adult

Directions to The Thornbury Surfacing Stadium
The Thornbury Surfacing Stadium, Bristol Road, Chippenham SN14 6LR

From North, East and West – M4 Motorway Junction 17

Exit M4 and take the A350 signposted Chippenham / Poole for approx three miles.
At first roundabout Malmesbury Road take second exit signposted Trowbridge / Bath.
At the third roundabout Bumpers Farm take the exit signposted Town Centre / Calne A4.
At the Folly mini-roundabout go straight ahead signposted A4 / Town Centre. The football ground is approx 600 yards on the left immediately before a pedestrian crossing controlled by lights.

From Bath:

Take the A4 from Bath. Approaching the outskirts of Chippenham at the Chequers roundabout take the first exit signposted Cirencester A429 and M4 Motorway.
At the Bumpers Farm roundabout proceed as above.
At the Folly mini-roundabout proceed as above.

From the South via Warminster, Westbury and Trowbridge:

Approaching Chippenham on the A350 take first exit at the Lackham roundabout signposted Cirencester A429 and M4 Motorway.
At the next roundabout Chequers take the second exit signposted Cirencester A429 and M4 Motorway.
At the Bumpers Farm roundabout proceed as above.
At the Folly mini-roundabout proceed as above

BATH BORES BRUNDLE AS NELSON LEAPS TO THE GAFFERS DEFENCE

Dover Athletic 0 Bath City 0

It was another point on the board and another clean sheet this week as the Whites again failed to find the net for the second time in a month. Bath City were a very organised team but were clearly there for the taking with Mitch Brundle’s team riding high following Tuesday nights victory over Havant.

Boss Brundle had told the players that he was ‘bored’, during his half-time team talk. Speaking to Kent Online Sport post match, Brundle said ‘I think we had the better of the chances. But it wasn’t a game for the neutral! I said to them at half-time that it’s the most bored I’ve been, stood on the side line as a manager. That didn’t excite me one bit but it’s six unbeaten. It’s still positive, don’t get me wrong, and it shows where we have come to that we are disappointed to draw 0-0 with Bath and earn our fourth clean sheet in a row. It was just one of those days. I’ve just looked at the results and a lot of teams drew today. We weren’t at the races. It’s the worst we’ve performed. I could be critical with aspects of certain bits but the keeper has tipped one onto the bar and we’ve had chances in the first half, and Noah Carney should score. But to be fair, it didn’t look like we were ever going to score. But they didn’t look like ever scoring, either.”

It’s another clean sheet which is now four on the spin for the club and credit is due to both the backline and the goalkeeper. ‘Four clean sheets, as well, and it’s four years since the club last did that. ‘That’s where we’ve come as a club,’ noted Brundle. ‘That’s where we have changed now. I’d have snapped your hand off for that when I first got the job. But I will always try and be better and, to be fair, that’s why I’m so – I wouldn’t say disappointed – more frustrated. We created enough chances to score and win the game. It is what it is. I’ve not really got the words to try and describe how I’m feeling. I could just be critical, and I’m allowed to be, but we’d have snapped peoples’ hands off a few weeks ago to be six unbeaten and we are now. We’re going in the right direction and I think it’s a positive the fact that I can stand here as the manager and be frustrated that we haven’t won the game, and we’ve drawn against a good team.

There was a minute’s applause before kick-off in tribute to long-serving Dover fan Bob Hill, who recently died. Brundle himself acknowledged that fact and was quick to ensure that the family were given the clubs condolences. ‘I’d just like to send my condolences to Bob Hill’s family,’ said Brundle. It’s sad that he’s lost his life and we respected him today with a round of applause. As you could see, it meant a lot to a lot of people here. He’s been a fan for plenty of years. We just wish their whole family well and hope they’re all doing okay, and that’s from everyone – from top to bottom – at this football club.’

Stuart Nelson, part of the reason the Whites haven’t conceded in the last four matches, was keen to point out to Kent Online Sport that it was a team effort. ‘It’s Dover’s clean sheet,’ said Nelson. ‘Obviously, I’m in goal so clean sheets mean as much to me as goals mean to strikers, so I’ll take every single one of them. That’s 11 for me for the season so I’m happy with it from a personal perspective. But ultimately, I can’t do it without the 10 other players who are on the pitch with me at that time. In the last four and quite a bit games since conceding the boys have been excellent on the defensive side of things.’

Our number one came to the defence of his manger who’s age had been raised in the discussion. ‘The age thing – that’s your issue, not mine for starters. Everyone wants to say about age but age doesn’t mean anything to me. It’s a number. We’re keeping clean sheets and that’s down to how he’s setting us up. I don’t care whether he’s 12 or 102, it doesn’t mean anything to me. Age is really irrelevant and it does bug me, which is why I’ve reacted like this. I think Mitch has come in and done a really fantastic job, and the results have shown that. ‘Soon, someone is going to get thumped. That’s the bottom line. If we keep defending the way we’re doing it, then someone is going to come on a good run of goals from us.’

The Whites face Cheshunt tomorrow evening who are on a decent run of form themselves with only two defeats coming in their last nine matches. Dover will be looking to avenge the 2-0 defeat back in December but there is a completely different dynamic to the squad now compared to a couple of months ago.

We hope to see you all there. We understand that there has been a run of home games lately but we completely appreciate your continued support.

COYW

TICKET INFORMATION

Tickets for this game can be purchased at the turnstile only.

Prices are as follows:

Adults – £16

Over 60 – £14

Under 18 – £8

Under 11s continue to be free with paying adult

UP NEXT – BATH CITY

The Whites host Bath City looking to extend their unbeaten run.

Bath City visit Crabble in what should be a cracking tie with both teams now looking upwards in the league rather than down. Dover will be looking to complete a league double over Bath after a solitary goal from Luke Wanadio back in October ensured that the Whites headed back to White Cliff Country with all three points.

Mitch Brundle could have a selection headache with injuries beginning to build up after both George Nikaj and Freddie Oliver were unable to complete the 90 minutes against Havant on Tuesday. Lee Martin should recover from illness and George Wilkinson is touch and go after completing his recovery from his injury. Jordan Higgs will be assessed following his hamstring strain but David Boateng looks set to complete another week on the sidelines after his recent injury.

The Gaffer will have to have a shuffle about and bandage up his band of warriors but with the show or determination and desire that the team have showed in recent games should be enough to see the boys through. The lads will need your support more than ever as they look to play three games in seven days, including a gruelling away trip to Taunton.

Even though there were only 422 through the gate on Tuesday night, you guys made some noise and the players appreciated it. We are all in this together now.

COYW.

TICKET INFORMATION

Tickets for this game can be purchased at the turnstile only.

Prices are as follows:

Adults – £16

Over 60 – £14

Under 18 – £8

Under 11s continue to be free with paying adult

A JOB WELL DONE – FROM TAUNTON TO HAVANT

The Whites returned back to White Cliffs country with the points but attention already turns to Havant. 

It was a hard fought victory on Saturday with the only goal coming from a neat Jordan Higgs finish, following some good build-up play by both Brandon Pierrick and George Nikaj. The gaffer was delighted with the win and getting back on the bus with three points after travelling all morning was well worth the journey.

‘It was fantastic,’ said Brundle. ‘From start to finish, we could of won by more but thats been our downfall all season. I couldn’t of asked for more. It was a perfect performance, coming away from home, 1-0 win, long journey. I’m delighted for the boys who put the hard work in. The players were dead on their feet after the game with the effort that they put in. They worked so hard. It’s 8 points from 12 now which puts us in good stead and now we focus on the next game.

Two clean sheets in a row, the back for and goalkeeper have been fantastic. They defended like proper men today. Taunton put some great deliveries into our box but again Jake Goodman, who only missed one header all day, was superb. We played against a team who have the second best defensive record in the league so to get two clean sheets in a row shows how far we have come in a short space of time.

We move on to the next game now on Tuesday and we take a lot of confidence from the performance. Freddie Oliver has come in on his debut and was outstanding. It couldn’t have gone any better for him and now the task for him is to keep that level of performance. We know he wont be able to play like that every week as he’s only young but he read the game so well on Saturday and he’s given himself a chance and put himself in our plans for the remainder of the season.

There is a real togetherness in the squad at the moment but its not just the players, it’s the backroom staff as well. There is a little buzz about the place and we are delighted with the recent attitude of everyone.

Just want to say thank you to all the traveling fans on Saturday. Unbelievable commitment to travel and support us in number and it certainly got us over the line, helping us get 3 points. The players appreciate it so thank you.’

Debutant Freddie Oliver had brought plaudits from both the fans and his boss after a cracking performance in the heart of the Whites midfield. The youngster looked like he had over 100 appearances under his belt rather than just making his first.

‘First game today. I was a little nervous before it started but as the game went on I got into it and now I am buzzing after the game. Coming away from home, tough pitch and a long coach journey, it was always going to be a tough match but we got the three points which is the main thing. We done the business. Thank you to the supporters for their support Saturday. To hear the noise they were making throughout the game helped me and filled me with confidence.’

The Whites have a quick turnaround with Havant & Waterlooville heading back to Kent for our rearranged fixture tomorrow night.

TICKET INFORMATION

Tickets for this game can be purchased at the turnstile only.

Prices are as follows:

Adults – £16

Over 60 – £14

Under 18 – £8

Under 11s continue to be free with paying adult

 

UP NEXT – TAUNTON TOWN

Dover head west to Taunton.

The Whites face Taunton Town on Saturday looking to extend their unbeaten run. It will be a tricky away tie at the Cygnet Health Care Stadium with the Peacocks looking to avenge the 1-0 defeat at the turn of the year. Mitch Brundle was in the caretaker position for this win but will now want to take the points in his new role.

The manager has a selection dilemma ahead of the game with David Boateng limping off in the first half against Chelmsford City. The loanee from Crystal Palace will definitely miss the trip to Somerset but Myles Judd will return from his suspension. The travel has also played a part in the preparation for the team.

Speaking to Kent Sport Online Brundle said ‘We have got Myles Judd back. He didn’t want the break to come. It’s good we have a replacement to come straight back in, but it might not be like-for-like. I don’t know what team I’m picking yet. It’s a tough game, it’s a long journey, and they seem to do well at home. We just need to stick to our consistency levels. I’m looking forward to the game and I think the boys are as well. Hopefully, we can come out for the long journey home with a positive result.

Early team news for the Whites

David Boateng misses out with what looks like a groin injury as well as George Wilkinson who still has a slight issue with his knee. Will Moses is also closing in on a return to first team action.

‘Hopefully he can come back and get some consistency, said Brundle when quizzed about Wilkinson. ‘George hasn’t had that consistency this season. But he’s resilient enough and, once he’s back fit, we will try to get him some games and get that match sharpness back.’

We hope to see as many of you down there as possible to cheer on the boys. Please see the website for details regarding coach travel.

COYW!

The Cygnet Health Care Stadium, Wordsworth Drive, Taunton, Somerset TA1 2HG
Telephone: 01823 254909

Admission Prices 2022-23:

Payable by card or cash at the turnstile:

Adults (ages 18 to 67 incl.): £12

Concessions (State Pensioners & Students with ID): £10

Juniors (14-17 years): £5

Children aged 13 and under have free entry when accompanied by an adult. Unaccompanied Under 14’s will not be admitted.

Parking
There are two car parks at the Cygnet Health Care Stadium. The main is car park 2 at the front of the ground adjoining the road is for spectators while coaches for visiting teams should be parked at the far end of the car park after receiving guidance from a club steward.

The inner car park situated on the left of the stadium behind one goal (Car Park 1) is currently unavailable as a car park and is restricted for use by matchday refreshment providers or by any other parties subject to prior agreement by the club.

Disabled parking spaces are located immediately to the left of the main turnstile.

By Car
The Cygnet Health Care Stadium is easily accessible from all major routes into the town.

M5 – leave the motorway at Junction 25. Take the exit off roundabout signposted Taunton (A38). Go straight over first roundabout, keeping in left hand or middle lane. Continue along the Toneway and keep straight on at the four-way traffic light junction until reaching a roundabout where the left hand lane should be taken onto Chritchard Way. Stay left and take exit at traffic lights, then go straight ahead at traffic lights immediately after. Continue around the corner into Wordsworth Drive and the ground is on the left.

A303 – approach Taunton via A358 through Henlade. At M5 Junction 25 roundabout follow signs for Taunton as above.

A38 from West – approaching the town past the Stonegallows pub on the left, go straight over the first roundabout. Follow Wellington Road towards the town, past University Centre Somerset on the left. Carry straight on at traffic lights by Tesco and take right hand lane into Cann Street. Keep left and follow road into Upper High Street. Carry straight on until reaching traffic lights at Sainsburys. Keep in left hand lane through first set of traffic lights and then straight on at next set before going right at next set of lights onto East Reach. Keep straight on until reaching set of lights at bottom of East Reach where right hand lane should be taken into Wordsworth Drive and ground is on the left.

A38 from East – enter outskirts of town through Bathpool. At four way traffic light junction, take right turn onto Toneway signposted Taunton. Continue until reaching a roundabout where the left hand lane should be taken onto Chritchard Way. Stay left and take exit at traffic lights, then go straight ahead at traffic lights immediately after. Continue around the corner into Wordsworth Drive and the ground is on the left.

By Rail
The Cygnet Health Care Stadium is an approximate 25 minute walk from Taunton Railway Station. There are various routes available; turn left when leaving the station onto Trenchard Way and walk eastwards, going over bridge until reaching roundabout adjoining Priory Fields Retail Park. Cross over road into Priory Avenue and turn left. Route will take you onto footpath in Victoria Park. Exit onto Alfred Street which leads to East Reach. Cross road at traffic lights by Holcombes Car Mart and keep right into Wordsworth Drive. Ground is on the left. Should you wish to walk via the town centre, this is signposted from the railway station.

Alternatively taxis and buses are available. Bus No 1 runs to the Parade in the town centre and from there No 4 and No 51 drop off at Leycroft Road, a three minute walk from the ground.

UP NEXT – CHELMSFORD CITY

We look ahead to our next clash at home against Chelmsford City.

The visit of Chelmsford will pose a tough test for Mitch Brundle’s side with both teams sharing the spoils last time out. A 0-0 draw back in November couldn’t separate the two teams who have had a fairly even record over the last decade with two draws and both teams claiming a victory each.

It was a super performance by the Whites against Eastbourne Borough with the crowd playing their part in the win. Speaking to Kent Online Sport the manager said ‘We had 600-odd on Saturday. That can only go up – but it only goes up if you win games. I know that. The brand of football is exciting for people to watch so I urge more people to come. We can get better as a team. With all the chances we’re creating, the reason why they’re not going in is because we’re not at a better level yet. We’re creating chances, most games are won in midfield, and you let the star boys shine and stand out – like Josh did.

Josh Ajayi scored his maiden goal in a Dover shirt but it wasn’t for the want of trying in his previous few performances. ‘I’m delighted for him. He’s had a tough time in terms of playing time and that belief. But I’m giving him that belief – I believe in him. He’s a cracking player and he’s one I know that can step up and be unbelievable.’

The boss was also impressed with the returning George Nikaj. ‘I thought he was excellent,’ noted Brundle. ‘I said to him at half-time that you need to be more aerially dominant when you’re the No.9 in the team. He’s got to be more physical. This level is a step up so, for him to do it, his fitness levels need to go up. He’ll only get better. He’s had the chances with a couple of shots at goal and his work-rate was fantastic. I’ll never question anyone if they give me everything.

After the game, the whistle blows and he has his hands on his knees, so you know he’s given everything. I can’t ask for much more. Eventually, I can ask for more in terms of quality and finishing but, first game back, I’ve given him that belief and that trust, starting him as a No.9 for Dover. That’s what he wanted so he’s delighted. I’ll continue to work with him and he can only get better. Once he gets a goal under my realm, I think he’ll step up in confidence and feel like he’s right for the level.

Sometimes, it’s tough. When you go on loan, you don’t feel wanted. But that’s not the case with me. He had a loan in place – otherwise he’d have played a lot sooner than he has – but we honoured that loan and he wanted that loan, and it’s only done him good. He fits into the mould of what we want and we’re going to work with him so we can get another good centre-forward from our Academy. His style of play fits into what I’m trying to do as a manager and he’s bought right into it. He’s not thrown his toys out the pram, he’s not holding any grudges, and I personally get on really well with him.’

Luke Wanadio had been placed on the transfer list but in his last two appearances had shone brightly. ‘Maybe someone is looking over me and thanking me for not getting rid of him!’ quipped Brundle. ‘But we’re at the start of what we’re doing and we’ll take confidence from Saturday.”

Early team news for the Whites:

George Wilkinson missed the Saturday win over Boro through injury while defender Will Moses remains unavailable.

TICKET INFORMATION

Tickets for this game can be purchased at the turnstile only.

Prices are as follows:

Adults – £16

Over 60 – £14

Under 18 – £8

Under 11s continue to be free with paying adult