Dover Athletic welcome Cray Wanderers to The Megger Community Stadium.
Dover Athletic
On Saturday, Dover Athletic delivered a commanding performance to secure a 4-1 win over Dulwich Hamlet at Champion Hill, extending their lead at the top of the Isthmian League. An early own goal by Luca Cocoracchio put Dulwich ahead, but Ruben Soares-Junior equalised before halftime. In the second half, league top scorer George Nikaj struck a clinical finish, followed by Alfie Matthews’ stunning 22-yard half-volley. Soares-Junior sealed the win with a clever flick in stoppage time. Debutant goalkeeper Jordan Gillmore made crucial early saves, helping Dover dominate throughout.
From the Manager
“We come off the back of a tremendous performance and result at Dulwich last time out to preserve our unbeaten away record which as group we couldn’t be prouder of. This is no mean feat especially with a new squad with an average of 22 years old. I can’t praise Mike and all the boys enough for the start we’ve had.”
Cray Wanderers
On Saturday, Cray Wanderers secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Bowers & Pitsea in challenging wet and windy conditions at the Len Salmon Stadium. Frankie Raymond’s 79th-minute penalty, awarded after Malaki Toussaint handled Nathan Jeche’s cross, proved decisive. Bowers were reduced to 10 men in the 66th minute when captain Lewis Chambers received a second yellow card. Despite the stormy conditions, Cray’s midfield, led by Raymond and Charlie Edwards, controlled the game, while Shaun Rowley earned his 11th clean sheet of the season. The win moves Cray up to 17th, before Tuesday’s clash against Chichester City.
Cray Wanderers currently sit in 17th place in the Isthmian Premier League, with 19 points from 18 matches. Featuring 5 wins, 4 draws, and 9 losses. At home, they have struggled, securing only 2 wins from 8 matches, while their away form is slightly better with 3 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses. The team has scored 23 goals but conceded 30, leaving them with a goal difference of -7.
Last 5
07/12 – Bowers & Pitsea (A) – Won 1-0
30/11 – Carshalton Athletic (H) – Drew 1-1
23/11 – Canvey Island (A) – Lost 0-2
19/11 – Erith Town (H) – Lost 4-7 (London Senior Cup)
16/11 – Potters Bar Town (A) – Won 4-0
The Venue
We look forward to welcoming Cray 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: £15
Concessions: £14
U18: £9
U11: FREE with a paying adult
We now only accept card on the gate and operate a cashless ground.