Dover Athletic bring the curtain down on the 2025/26 next Saturday as Chesham United make the trip to the Megger Community Stadium for the final fixture of the campaign. With both sides having little riding on the result, the focus turns to finishing on a positive note and building momentum heading into the summer. Kick-off is at the earlier time of 12:30pm, with supporters also invited to remain after the final whistle as the club hosts its end-of-season awards presentation on the Centre Spot.
Dover Athletic
Dover Athletic fell to a narrow 1–0 defeat at Maidenhead United in their final away game of the season. The hosts started strongly, but Gillmore made key early saves, while Clerima and Popoola went close for Dover. Sheriff was denied a penalty after being brought down, and the sides went in level at the break. The decisive moment came early in the second half, as Bartley converted from close range following a set-piece. Dover pushed for a response, seeing a goal ruled out for a foul and forcing late saves through Sodje and Baptiste, but Maidenhead held on to secure the points.
From the Management
“It’s the first fixture we’ve had in a while where there’s nothing riding on the game. We’ve been facing teams fighting to stay up or push for the play-offs, so hopefully next week we can show more desire than them and finish the season on a high.”
Chesham United
Chesham United were beaten 2–0 at home by Chelmsford City in the National League South. After a goalless first half at The Meadow, the visitors broke the deadlock four minutes after the restart through Tristan Abrahams. Chelmsford then doubled their advantage midway through the second half, with Jett Murphy finding the net on 69 minutes. Despite keeping things tight before the break, Chesham were unable to respond after falling behind, as Chelmsford controlled the second period to secure all three points.
Back in the reverse fixture, Dover Athletic earned a disciplined 1–0 victory over Chesham United at The Meadow to make it five wins on the bounce. Walker made key early saves, while Beadle produced vital defensive interventions to deny Minhas and clear danger. An injury to Nikaj saw Marjoram introduced, who made an immediate impact as Dover grew into the game. The decisive moment came on 69 minutes when Baptiste cut inside and fired goalwards, his effort taking a deflection to beat the goalkeeper. Chesham applied late pressure, but Dover held firm to secure another clean sheet and continue their strong run.
Last Six
Chesham United 1–2 Hornchurch (24 Mar, National League South)
Chesham United 1–0 Tonbridge (28 Mar, National League South)
Enfield 3–4 Chesham United (31 Mar, National League South)
Hemel Hempstead 0–3 Chesham United (3 Apr, National League South)
Bath City 4–2 Chesham United (11 Apr, National League South)
Chesham United 0–2 Chelmsford City (17 Apr, National League South)
The Venue
We look forward to welcoming Chesham 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.