Dover Athletic return to the Megger Community Stadium on Tuesday night as they welcome Dorking Wanderers under the lights in National League South action. The visitors make the trip to Crabble looking to bounce back from a 2–1 defeat at Ebbsfleet on Saturday. Marc White’s side currently sit 14th in the table with 15 points from 11 games (W4 D3 L4) and will be eager to discover some form. Dover, meanwhile, will want to build on Saturday’s 1–1 draw at Chippenham
Dover Athletic
Dover Athletic earned a battling 1–1 draw at Chippenham Town after a poor first half saw them fall behind early. The hosts struck in the third minute when Will Owen-Evans’ deflected shot looped over Walker. Dover struggled to settle but improved after the break, with debutant Bivesh Gurung adding composure in midfield. The equaliser came on 61 minutes as Harry Beadle’s long throw was flicked on by Jalen Jones and volleyed home by Luke Baptiste. Late chances for Nikaj and Baptiste followed, but neither side could find a winner. A solid away point ahead of Dorking’s visit to Crabble.
From the Management
“Tuesday night, home to Dorking Wanderers, really looking forward to that one under the lights. Hopefully there’ll be a big crowd up there, and we’ll need to start a lot brighter than we did on Saturday to get anything out of it. Like I’ve said, you’re going to have ups and downs, and Saturday was full of mixed emotions. We were incredibly poor for long periods of the first half, but by the end, if anyone was going to win it, I thought it was going to be us.”
Dorking Wanderers
Dorking Wanderers fell to a narrow 2–1 defeat at Ebbsfleet United despite a spirited display. After an even first half, Jason Prior headed home Dennon Lewis’ cross just two minutes after the restart to give Dorking the lead. Ebbsfleet hit back on the hour when Ben Chapman fired a long-range strike into the bottom corner before substitute Dom Samuel bundled in the winner on 76 minutes. Harrison Foulkes made several fine saves, including one from point-blank range to deny Cosgrave, while Jimmy Muitt struck the bar at the other end. Despite late pressure, Dorking couldn’t find a leveller and left empty-handed.
Dorking Wanderers head into the new season looking to go one better after narrowly missing out on promotion last term. Leading the division as late as March, Marc White’s side eventually finished 6th – just three points off top spot – before a dramatic play-off defeat to Boreham Wood ended their campaign. This summer has seen some big names depart, including Matt Briggs, Barry Fuller and Bobby Joe-Taylor, while new arrivals Louie Annesley, Frank Vincent and Dennon Lewis bring fresh energy and versatility. With Alfie Rutherford and Jason Prior still spearheading the attack, goals should once again flow freely. Known for their attacking, fearless style and tight-knit squad, Dorking remain one of the favourites for promotion.
Last Six
Ebbsfleet United 2–1 Dorking Wanderers – National League South – 18 Oct 2025
Dorking Wanderers 2–3 Aldershot Town – FA Cup Fourth Qualifying Round – 11 Oct 2025
Chelmsford City 1–1 Dorking Wanderers – National League South – 4 Oct 2025
Dorking Wanderers 4–2 Salisbury – FA Cup Third Qualifying Round Replay – 30 Sept 2025
Salisbury 1–1 Dorking Wanderers – FA Cup Third Qualifying Round – 27 Sept 2025
The Venue
We look forward to welcoming Dorking 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.