The second of the Dabbers’ Easter double-header comes around on Monday as we host Stafford Rangers at the Swansway Stadium (3pm kick-off).
Staff-urday Night Takeaway
Stafford’s Saturday test was at home to Whitby, and they came out 1-0 winners thanks to an early goal from Kaiman Anderson. That was their first win since the end of February, although they’d only lost 1 in that time too as 4 of their last 5 before Whitby had been draws. They have now kept 3 clean sheets on the bounce, but have still conceded a goal more than the Dabbers over the course of the season.
On 50 points they are now surely safe of any lingering relegation worries, but the local derby element means they should be anything but ‘on the beach’.
Last Time Out
The Dabbers took a Boxing Day beating at Marston Road, well defeated 3-0 to kick off the run that may or may not come to define the season. Instead, let’s focus on the last home fixture, a 2-1 win courtesy of a Sean Cooke penalty and Kole Hall last April. Highlights below.
Players to Watch
That Anderson goal on Saturday took him to the top of their goalscorer charts on 11. He netted 2 of those in the reverse fixture against the Dabbers in December. Tom Tonks is also on double figures with 10, but worth noting that 8 of those have been from the penalty spot. And a quick mention for Cameron Belford in goal, who has started every one of Stafford’s 44 competitive games so far this season.
Match Information
Tickets are available online HERE, or on the gate.
The club are also giving away 150 Easter eggs FREE to under 16s on a first come, first served basis. You need to be with a paying adult and can claim yours from 1.45pm.
Additionally, a collection will be taking place via volunteers around the ground for the Miscarriage Association, who support families who have been through pregnancy loss. Any donations would be greatly appreciated.