SE DONS FC (H) Match Preview

Punjab United vs SE Dons, Kent Senior Trophy, The Steve Cook Stadium, Saturday 11th October 2025, 1pm Kick-Off

Punjab United are gearing up to take on SE Dons in the GoCardless Kent Senior Trophy First

Round.

Punjab are coming off a 1-1 draw against Holmesdale, leaving them in 13th place in the

SCEFL League table, but the opportunity to bounce back in the Senior Trophy is clear for

them, and Punjab believe they can carve out a new winning path.

Our Opponents:

In terms of our opposition for Saturday, SE Dons currently compete in the SCEFL First

Division, and sit in 3rd place, their latest victory came against Croydon 3-0.

SE Dons is home to many quality players but some rise above the rest. One of those is forward Aaron Watson, who has already scored 9 goals this season.

History:

Founded in 2014 by John McHugh, his son Andrew, and his son-in-law Ryan Palmer, SE

Dons is more than a football club - it’s a family legacy. For over a decade, we’ve

competed in Sunday League football and organised charity matches for incredible

causes, building a community of over 245,000 loyal YouTube subscribers who have

followed our journey through triumphs, struggles, and unwavering belief.

Football is our vessel, but our purpose goes deeper. We honour the memories of loved

ones lost along the way as we continue our rise through the British football pyramid.

Guided by one of the most devoted chairmen in non-League football, Andy Ansah, and

supported by the greatest fans in Punters Row, we remain committed to our mission.

Our ethos: Anything for the Dons. Anything for Paula and John. We’ll meet again one

day.

Getting There:

The nearest train station to Punjab United is Gravesend. You can then either get the bus which takes 30 minutes or get a taxi from the station which takes 11 minutes.

The Steve Cook Stadium

Dunkirk Close

Gravesend

Kent

DA12 5ND

Extra Information:

The Steve Cook Stadium will be opening at 11:30am, with many products on offer from simple soft drinks to beers. The Punjab Cafe will also be open and offer food and drink.

In terms of disabled parking, it is crucial that anybody who requires it, contacts the Punjab team via email (punjabutdfc@gmail.com). Parking may be busy and can fill quickly, if you do decide to park around residential areas, please be mindful and respectful of residents.

Adults £8

Concessions £5

U16's Free

How to follow the game:

There will be live updates during the game on Punjab's’ Twitter / X page.

A post-match interview with the gaffer will also be posted on our YouTube channel and other social media platforms after the game.

Overall, Punjab understand how important this game will be when it comes to the

panning out of the rest of their season and the momentum that this game could bring is

immense.

Let’s get back to winnings ways!

Written by Sahib Singh Khera