The Chigwell Construction Stadium hosts a crucial National League clash this Saturday at 3 PM, with Dagenham & Redbridge facing Tamworth. The Daggers are battling to avoid relegation, while Tamworth are aiming to solidify their mid-table position and potentially challenge for the play-offs.
Dagenham & Redbridge’s recent form is cause for concern. Two draws and three defeats in their last five matches, including a 3-0 loss at Eastleigh and a 1-0 defeat against Barnet, have left them near the relegation zone. They have also failed to score in their last two games and are winless in their last twelve.
Tamworth, on the other hand, are unbeaten in their last five, including wins against Ebbsfleet United (3-2) and Wealdstone (4-1). Their attack has been a consistent threat, with a ten-match scoring streak. Draws against Southend United, Rochdale, and Oldham Athletic demonstrate their ability to grind out results.
Earlier this season, Tamworth beat Dagenham & Redbridge 2-1 at the Lamb Ground thanks to a Dan Creaney brace. This was Tamworth’s first victory over the Daggers in recent years, having only played them once in the previous three seasons. Dagenham & Redbridge will be keen to avenge that defeat.
Dagenham & Redbridge are currently 19th in the National League with 36 points from 36 games and a goal difference of -6. Tamworth sit 11th with 48 points from 37 games and a -10 goal difference.
A win for Dagenham & Redbridge would be a huge boost in their fight for survival. Defeat would deepen their relegation worries. Tamworth, meanwhile, could move closer to the play-off places with a victory. A draw would likely frustrate both sides.