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.