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VIDEO: PLAYER REACTION

Goalscorers Ricky Modeste and Inih Effiong speak to the camera following Whites’ 2-1 win at Sutton United on Saturday.

VIDEO: MANAGER REACTION

Gaffer Andy Hessenthaler shares his thoughts following his side’s 2-1 win away to Sutton United on Saturday.

REPORT: SUTTON UNITED 1-2 DOVER

STAT PACK FOR NATIONAL LEAGUE MATCHDAY SIX

Match week six in the National League sees a number of intriguing fixtures, including a clash between the top two, as second place Woking host leaders Solihull Moors.

Woking vs. Solihull Moors

Leaders Solihull Moors have scored the most goals so far, with 15.
Solihull Moors are one of only three unbeaten teams in the National League.
No side has let in fewer than the three goals Woking have conceded so far.
Woking and Solihull Moors have both won four of their five matches thus far.

Bromley vs. Boreham Wood

Bromley remain unbeaten after five matches, winning three and drawing two.
Bromley are the division’s second highest scorers so far, with 10 goals.
Boreham Wood are the only team in the bottom half of the table who have a positive goal difference.
Only three players have scored more goals this season than Boreham Wood’s Kabongo Tshimanga

FC Halifax Town vs. AFC Fylde

FC Halifax Town have lost only one of their first five matches this season.
FC Halifax Town have conceded a joint-league low three goals so far.
AFC Fylde have also lost just one of their five matches this campaign.
AFC Fylde are unbeaten away from home with a win and draw so far.

Sutton United vs. Dover Athletic

Sutton United are unbeaten so far this season, winning two and drawing three.
Harry Beautyman is among the leading scorers in the division, with three goals so far.
Between them, Alfie Pavey (3) and Inih Effiong (2) have scored five of Dover’s seven goals this season.
Dover Athletic have won both of their away matches this season.

Yeovil Town vs. Maidenhead United

Yeovil Town are 12th in the table with seven points from a possible 15.
The Glovers have conceded just four goals so far.
Maidenhead United have 10 points from five games and are 5th in the table.
Daniel Whitehall and Josh Kelly have two goals each this season.

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TICKET OFFER FOR SUTTON MATCH

For fans travelling to support Whites at Sutton United this Saturday (24th August), you can purchase your match ticket in advance and save money.

Booking via Sutton United’s website will see adults and concessions save £2 off matchday prices, while 11-18-year-olds will save £1.

Advanced ticket sales are available up to midnight on Friday 23rd August and can be booked HERE

LICENCE GRANTED FOR WHITES ACADEMY

The National League have granted 22 clubs an Academy Licence for the inaugural National League Football Academy season.

Starting on September 11th, the 2019/20 campaign will be formed of two regional divisions – 12 Clubs in the South and 10 in the North- and clubs will participate in an additional cup competition later in the season.

Head of Player Development, Gary Owers, said: “The National League and National League Youth Alliance is committed to Youth Development.

“As part of our ongoing strategic approach we have implemented a scheme for clubs to demonstrate their own commitment to raising and maintaining standards in this area.

“The licencing process involved clubs meeting required criteria set by The National League.

“The aim of a National League Football Academy is to provide an environment and player pathway which allows Clubs to develop and produce more and better home grown players”.

NATIONAL LEAGUE FOOTBALL ACADEMY NORTH

Hartlepool United
York City
Guiseley
FC Halifax Town
Alfreton Town
AFC Fylde
Solihull Moors
Boston United
Chester
Darlington

NATIONAL LEAGUE FOOTBALL ACADEMY SOUTH

Chippenham Town
Dartford
Hampton and Richmond Borough
Maidenhead United
Bromley
Woking
Weston Super Mare
Boreham Wood
Dover Athletic
Sutton United
Oxford City
Aldershot Town

THE VANARAMA FORTNIGHT – HESS KNOWS BEST AS DOVER START WELL

Story so far…

What a difference a year makes! Andy Hessenthaler has been a breath of fresh air since arriving back at the Whites. Even two defeats can’t take the gloss off has generally been a superb start.

Hess says…

Boss Andy Hessenthaler said his side “aren’t used to losing football matches at the moment” after Saturday’s defeat to Torquay gave them just their third defeat in 16 games. That being said, he’s challenged his side to pick themselves up and respond on Saturday.

Who is Pavey-ing the way?

You can’t talk about Dover without mentioning Alfie Pavey. Of all the business done at the Crabble in the close season, keeping hold of their star striker could be their best work.

Stat attack…

League position: 7th

Home goals for: 4

Away goals for: 3

Home goals against: 5

Away goals against: 1

Top scorer: Alfie Pavey (3)

Supporters say…

Fan @SafetySouthEast is loving the new season. “Best squad we ever have had,” he wrote on Twitter.

“Full speed ahead for #thehessexpress,” wrote @DanielBishop295.

On the horizon…

Sutton are next in line for Dover with the pair having similar starts to the season. Sutton are going under the radar with new boss Matt Gray. The U’s have taken two points from their opening two home games however, something that might perk the Whites up.

Their one to watch….

Harry Beautyman has hit the ground running this season. He’s netted three goals this season and is one of the best at picking tough defensive locks.

Last time out….

Dover were convincing winners at home last time on the final day of the season – Stuart Lewis opened the scoring before Inih Effiong and Josh Passley struck in the second-half to round things off.

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