Dover secured a 4-2 victory over Folkestone Invicta in the second round qualifying of the FA Cup on Saturday. The match took place at Dover's ground on 19 September 2026. And here's the thing about cup football — these matches rarely follow a script.
Dover arrived with mixed recent results. They had drawn 1-1 with Carshalton Athletic and 2-2 with Hornchurch before a 1-0 win over Burgess Hill. There was also a 2-1 victory against Deal Town, though a heavy 3-0 defeat to Gillingham loomed in their last outing.
Folkestone Invicta's form showed more inconsistency. They beat Welling United 2-0 before losing 2-1 to Sutton United. A 1-0 win over Chatham followed, then a comfortable 2-0 against Charlton Athletic. Their last match ended 3-1 to Crawley Town.
The four goals Dover scored suggest they found their rhythm when it mattered. To be fair, cup matches often hinge on those brief moments of clarity rather than sustained dominance. The result extends their run of positive form in the competition.
Two goals conceded leaves questions about defensive solidity, but the scoreline tells a straightforward story. Dover move into the next round while Folkestone Invicta's campaign comes to an end.