Dial will be looking to avenge their earlier-in-the-season defeat when Steve Brown's side host Arundel in the league at Redding Way this afternoon (14 Nov). 3pm k.o.

Despite the West Sussex side's positive start, which saw them top the Southern Combination Football League Division One table after their first three games, The Mullets have only won one (v Loxwood) of their following 13 league games (W1, D2 and L10). Although they are still in the Challenge (League) Cup after beating Clanfield 2-0 last month.

The drop in form has surprised some non-league analysts who had tipped Joss Parsons' side to be within a shout of the play-offs this season. Instead, today's visitors have slid from top to 15th in the table after just 16 league games.

The last time Dial played Arundel was on 18 August at The Mullets' Mill Road ground. Back then, the hosts came from behind to win 2-1 after Danny Taylor had given The Dial a 26th-minute lead.

Fast forward three months, Dial could move back into the play-offs this afternoon if Reigate Priory lose away to league leaders Infinity, and Saltdean United and Guildford City slip up at home against Worthing United and Dorking Wanderers B respectively.

Following Tuesday's 1-0 win away to Reigate Priory in the second round of the Challenge (League) Cup, Dial will be hoping to reverse their early-season misfortunes to extend their unbeaten run to four as Brown seeks to close the gap between the top four (Infinity, AFC Walcountians, Jarvis Brook and Worthing United) by the end of the year.

After giving some squad players more game-time against Priory in midweek, Brown has a strong squad available for the visit of Arundel this afternoon, with vice-captain George Frith, Charlie Plant, Callum Abraham-Barlow and Deji Adeosun all expected to return to the fore.

On-loan Knaphill striker Ben Mitchell is also expected to be available again for The Dial after 21-year-old made his debut and scored in the 2-0 win over Selsey in October.

Speaking to DialSquareFC.com ahead of the match, Brown said: "The last time we played Arundel, we were plagued by injury. However, I still felt we deserved at least a point.

"It goes without saying that I'm hoping we can reverse the result this time 'round. We have been on a good run of late and the boys showed real grit and termination to beat Reigate [Priory] in the week, which I believe is testament to where we are as a group and the togetherness within the camp.

"Arundel were quite lively and physical when we played them in August, so we will need to nullify that. It's important that we focus on what we do though and our game plan. When we're at our best, I believe we can beat anyone in this league, so here's hoping for another good day. I'm looking forward to the game," he added.

For supporters and football enthusiasts travelling to Brookwood Country Park Football Ground (Redding Way) today, the nearest rail station is Brookwood, which is a c. 25 to 30-minute walk to the ground through Brookwood Country Park. You can plan your journey here.

Brookwood Country Park offers free parking for up to approximately 70 vehicles adjacent to the football pavilion. Further free parking is available at the nearby Lansbury Business Estate (GU21 2EP) and the Vyne Field Car Park (GU21 2DG). Refrain from parking in the residential areas of Strathcona Gardens, which is a parking controlled area.

Admission costs are £5 for adults (including those aged 16 and 17) and £3 for concessions / Dial shareholders. For more information, please click here. A 16-page matchday programme will also be available to purchase at the turnstile for £2.

To view Dial's forthcoming fixtures and results, click here.

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