The Bees return to league action tonight, just 72 hours after securing their first three points of the season with a 2–0 victory over Clapton Community.

First-half goals from Chinedu Duru and Bade Aleketu were enough to secure the win, while a determined defensive performance saw Basildon keep a well-earned clean sheet to round off a successful afternoon at the DST Stadium.

Tonight's visitors, Saffron Walden Town, head into the fixture two places below the Bees in 16th, having also picked up their first points of the season at the weekend. They recorded a 2–0 home victory over West Essex, with Ollie Miles and Emmanuel Okunwobi getting on the scoresheet.

Last Season's Meetings

The two sides produced plenty of goals across their meetings last season.

Basildon came out on top in a thrilling 3–2 victory at home in December, with Nikolay Zlatev, Jack Wilson and Noor Mbaza-Samuel finding the net for the Bees. Sam Deering scored twice for Saffron Walden, but his goals ultimately proved to be only late consolation efforts as Basildon claimed all three points.

Saffron Walden would get their revenge just a few weeks later, however, recording a convincing 4–0 victory. Deering was once again among the goals, scoring twice, while Kaleel Green and Will Avis also found the net to secure the points for the hosts.

With both sides coming into tonight's fixture off the back of their first league victories of the season, another competitive encounter is expected at the DST Stadium.

Matchday Information

Supporters are encouraged to arrive in good time ahead of the 7:45pm kick-off and enjoy everything the DST Stadium has to offer.

Admission
Adults: £10
Concessions: £5
Under-16s: £2
Under-12s: Free
Food & Drink

The Bee's Sports Bar will be open before the match, at half-time and after the final whistle, offering a selection of cold drinks throughout the evening.

The Burger Van will also be fired up inside the ground, serving hot food and drinks throughout the night.

We look forward to welcoming you to the DST Stadium and getting behind the Bees!