What’s In Store On Friday In The National League South?

By Sam Elliott

With the first half of the Easter weekend split into two, the opening five matches offer plenty of interest.

Of course we know the destination of the title.

It’s congratulations to Torquay United, and their manager Gary Johnson hopes his team can now start “playing a bit of football” with the pressure off.

They and their army of supporters head to Chippenham Town, who are expecting one of their biggest ever attendances.

Of course, finishing in the top three is crucial for home advantage in the play-offs - so Welling United vs Chelmsford City is therefore massive.

Steve King’s in-form Wings hold third place currently but with the Clarets just a point behind, this game takes on extra significance.

Concord Rangers returned to the top seven on Tuesday night when they won on their return to Truro City.

The next test for Sammy Moore’s side comes at Woking, whose manager Alan Dowson made a bold promotion pledge after their title chances were ended last week.

There’s a play-off vs relegation battle in Berkshire.

Hungerford again find themselves back in the bottom three and know home advantage will be crucial against Bath City.

Jerry Gill’s side are having a little wobble but remain fifth - two more wins for the Romans should be enough.

There’s another game with consequences at both ends of the table on Good Friday.

St Albans City have come alive at just the right time.

Big back-to-back wins over Chelmsford and Bath have them within touching distance of the top seven.

Ian Allinson’s side welcome East Thurrock, who are four points adrift of safety and know they can’t return home from Hertfordshire empty handed.

Good Friday National League South fixtures:
Chippenham v Torquay United
Hungerford v Bath City
St Albans v East Thurrock
Welling United v Chelmsford City
Woking v Concord Rangers

Where next?

Orient Goalkeeper Brill Wants To Have A Very Good Friday It’s a good job Dean Brill hasn’t got any nerves about the title race, as his wife would be adding to them.
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