International Club Friendly

Lewes 1-2 Dorking: Dorking Fight Back to Win Pre-Season Clash

Dorking came from a goal down to beat Lewes 2-1 in an International Club Friendly on July 25, 2026. The match, played at Lewes' home ground, saw Dorking dominate the second half to secure a deserved victory.

Match Overview

Both sides are well-known in non-league English football, and this friendly was a tough test for both. Lewes started strongly but Dorking's persistence paid off as they overturned the deficit with two goals in the second half.

Key Moments

• 18th minute: Lewes took the lead with a curling effort from the edge of the box after a neat passing move.
• 35th minute: Dorking had a shot cleared off the line from a corner.
• 55th minute: Dorking equalized with a close-range finish after a goalmouth scramble.
• 73rd minute: Dorking completed the comeback with a powerful header from a cross.
• 81st minute: Lewes had a player sent off for a second yellow card, reducing them to ten men for the remainder.

Tactical Story

Lewes started with a 4-2-3-1 formation and looked comfortable in possession. Dorking's high press in the second half disrupted Lewes' rhythm, and the visitors took advantage of gaps in the midfield. The sending off effectively ended Lewes' hopes of a comeback. Dorking's physical approach paid dividends.

Standout Players

Dorking's striker was a constant menace, scoring one and setting up the other. Their right-back also impressed with overlapping runs. For Lewes, the midfielder who scored the opener was the bright spot, but he faded as the game wore on.

Season Impact

This friendly result gives Dorking momentum as they continue pre-season. Lewes will need to work on their second-half endurance and discipline. Both teams will have learned a lot from this competitive encounter.