Dagenham & Redbridge welcome Chelmsford City to the Chigwell Construction Stadium (Victoria Road) on Monday 6 April 2026 for a crucial Enterprise National League South fixture (kick-off 3:00pm BST). With both sides sitting in mid-table, this Essex derby-style encounter could have a big say in who pushes for play-off contention or solidifies their position for next season.
Current Form and Standings
As of early April, Chelmsford City sit in 10th place with 67 points from 41 games, showing solid consistency but struggling for consistency on the road. Their recent form has included a strong 3-0 win and a mix of draws and narrow defeats, keeping them in the hunt for a top-half finish.
Dagenham & Redbridge (the Daggers) are just two places and five points behind in 12th, with 62 points from 42 matches. They come into this one off the back of a 0-3 defeat away to Hornchurch on Friday but have shown real threat at home recently, with wins over Hampton & Richmond and Torquay United in March. Home form will be key here.
Team News, Managers & Key Players
The big story surrounding Dagenham & Redbridge is off the pitch. YouTube star and influencer KSI became a minority shareholder in March 2026, injecting huge excitement, global attention and ambitious plans for rapid progression (with talk of a documentary series in the works). Former Premier League striker Andy Carroll is also involved as a shareholder and is currently serving as interim manager, bringing vast experience and leadership to the dugout.
On the pitch, look out for Dylan Stephenson and Joe Haigh as key attacking outlets for the Daggers.
Chelmsford City have their own experienced firepower. Veteran striker Lyle Taylor (with a long career in the Football League) remains a major threat, while Ricky Holmes adds creativity. Chelmsford are also under new interim management following a recent change, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this “battle of the interims.”
Head-to-Head
Dagenham & Redbridge have the upper hand in recent meetings. In the reverse fixture on 29 December 2025, the Daggers stormed to a 4-1 victory away at Chelmsford. Earlier encounters (mostly pre-season friendlies) have been tighter, but the home side will be confident of repeating that dominant display.
Prediction
This looks set to be a competitive, tight affair. Dagenham & Redbridge’s home advantage, combined with the boost from their high-profile ownership and Carroll’s presence, gives them the edge. Expect goals at both ends, but the Daggers to nick it.
Score prediction: Dagenham & Redbridge 2-1 Chelmsford City
Whatever the result, this fixture is a great advert for the competitive nature of National League South football – and with KSI’s involvement, the spotlight on Victoria Road is brighter than ever.