Gateshead finally ended a dismal run of six straight defeats and eight winless games in the National League with a narrow victory on home soil to increase Dagenham & Redbridge’s troubles at the other end of the table.
Dagenham & Redbridge captain Josh Rees scored a crucial header to help his side secure a vital victory in their battle for survival in the National League, overcoming fellow relegation-threatened Maidenhead United.
A goal deep into time added on by substitute Lee Ndlovu gave Barnet a narrow victory over London rivals Dagenham & Redbridge, who had keeper Louis Jones to thank for keeping the leaders at bay for so long.
For Ben Strevens, the job title of manager is not one he is totally wedded to. It’s one he also ponders whether he will want again and perhaps it’s too early to say.
Dagenham and Redbridge responded to the rally cry of their chairman by holding promotion-chasing Oldham Athletic in the National League – but it was very nearly so much more.
Luke Hannant bagged a brace of penalties after Jovan Malcolm had handed Gateshead the dream start at their out-of-sorts hosts Solihull Moors who are still without a win this year in the National League.
AFC Fylde boss Kevin Phillips hailed Will Hugill after his wonder-goal earned a valuable point with fellow National League strugglers Dagenham & Redbridge.