Dorchester v Basingstoke: Match Preview

Basingstoke were 4-0 winners when the sides last met in October.

Dorchester Town will be looking to claim their first win of the month as they travel to mid-table Basingstoke on Saturday. However, to do so, Simkin's men will need to find their feet in what has so far been a torrid month for the Magpies - induced by their inability to transform draws into victories.

With no wins in 8 travels to the Camrose Stadium, this game comes at a tricky - yet inevitable - time for Dorchester, but could prove vital for the regaining of momentum of their relegation struggle.

Following a  6-0 defeat to high flying Eastleigh, the Magpies will be desperate to reclaim the form of February which saw victories over Eastbourne, Bromley and Tonbridge Angels. With Basingstoke sitting safely in mid-table and The Magpies with a lot more to play for, relishing the challenge could be a key asset  for Simkin's men, in a game of substantial importance.

Having already shipped seven goals in March, however,  Dorchester will need to put away their recent poor defensive performances as they face in form striker Manny Williams - looking for his 16th goal of the season. This will also be pivotal if they are to avoid the result of the reverse fixture, which ended 4-0 at the Avenue - also coming on the back of a 6-0 defeat.

Nevertheless, Dorchester have a cause to remain confident, as their opposition are too without a win in seven - in a run that has seen them fall far adrift from the title race. Whilst the Hampshire side will be hoping to capitalize on the fresh arrival of forward Liam Enver Marum, the Magpies will be looking to advance on their recent succession of draws to find a cutting edge;  in a match that could see the start of a late revival for Dorchester.