Dover Athletic return to the road this weekend with a trip to Chelmsford City as the Whites look to edge closer to securing their National League South status.
The Clarets sit 10th in the table and remain within reach of the play-off places, though their momentum has slowed slightly after a draw and a defeat in their last two outings. Dover, meanwhile, are 17th and sit 11 points clear of the drop with eight games remaining, but Jake Leberl’s side will still be eager to pick up the points needed to make sure of safety.
Supporters planning to travel are reminded that tickets are significantly cheaper when purchased online in advance rather than on the gate.
Dover Athletic
Dover Athletic suffered late heartbreak as Chippenham Town secured a dramatic 2–1 victory at Crabble on Community Day. The Whites created several chances in an open first half, with Nikaj and Baptiste going close, while Walker produced a superb save to deny Parsons. Chippenham eventually broke the deadlock on 73 minutes when Chukwu finished calmly after being played through. Dover responded and levelled on 84 minutes as Soares-Junior’s pass sent Nikaj through to lob the goalkeeper on his 150th appearance. Ruben then struck the post as the Whites pushed for a winner. But deep in stoppage time Chukwu struck again to seal victory for the visitors.
From the Management
“Next weekend we’re away at Chelmsford. They lost to Worthing Saturday, but it’s still going to be another tough test. They’ve got a really strong squad and they’re pushing for the play-offs, so like we keep saying, every game in this league is a tough one.”
Chelmsford City
Chelmsford City were beaten 2–0 by Worthing at the Sussex Transport Community Stadium after two first-half goals proved decisive. Ashley Nadesan opened the scoring after seven minutes, tapping in from close range, before Teddy Jenks doubled the lead on 32 minutes with a low finish following a quick break. City created chances before the interval, with Ben Tompkins hitting the woodwork and Lyle Taylor testing Taylor Seymour. Angelo Harrop made three half-time substitutions as the Clarets searched for a response, but clear opportunities were limited. Jesurun Uchegbulam and Jett Murphy combined for City’s best second-half chance, while Worthing comfortably saw out the win.
In the reverse fixture, Dover Athletic were beaten 1–0 by Chelmsford City on a cold night at Crabble, extending a winless league run. The Whites started brightly, with Nikaj pressing high early on, but Sheriff was forced off injured inside five minutes. Dover threatened through Matthews and Baptiste, while Walker produced several saves to keep the scores level at the break. Chelmsford took the lead on 57 minutes when Clark finished from Taylor’s cross after a defensive error. Dover pushed for a response, with Nikaj hitting the side netting and Beadle seeing penalty appeals waved away, but the visitors held firm to secure the victory.
Last Six
Hampton & Richmond Borough 1–3 Chelmsford City (14 Feb, National League South)
Chelmsford City 1–1 Maidstone United (16 Feb, National League South)
Chelmsford City 2–2 Salisbury (21 Feb, National League South)
Chelmsford City 1–0 Hemel Hempstead Town (23 Feb, National League South)
Torquay United 0–5 Chelmsford City (28 Feb, National League South)
Chelmsford City 7–1 Bath City (7 Mar, National League South)
The Venue
The Dunmow Group Community Stadium
Salerno Way, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 2EH
More info https://chelmsfordcityfc.com/match-day-info/
Admission
Away tickets can be found here: https://chelmsfordcityfc.ticketco.events/uk/en/e/away_tickets__nls_chelmsford_city_vs_dover_athletic
Tickets Advance Gate
Adult £14 £17
Concessions £9 £12
Student* £4 £6.50
Youth £4 £6.50
Under 12s** FREE FREE