Andy Hessenthaler is expecting a tough test from Stevenage at Crabble on Saturday as his players continue their pre-season build-up.

Hessenthaler knows full well that the League 2 side are much further along in their preparations, given their league season begins next Saturday.

In contrast, Whites are still in the relatively early stages of their build-up, having only been back in training since July 10.

Hessenthaler said: “There is no doubt about it – it’s going to be a tough test and game for us.

“Saying that it gives a fantastic opportunity to see exactly where we are at right now.

“We are still very much a work in progress with our season still three weeks away.

“The important thing to me is that we are getting more minutes in the legs which we need to as we have to get our fitness through the games we play.

“Playing against top-class League 2 opposition are the games that will prepare us for the season ahead.

“We’ll embrace the challenge and keep working on the areas we need to.”

Marshall Wratten and Will Moses will miss out through injury.

Tomorrow’s game kicks off at noon with the gates opening at 10.30am with admission prices as follows:

Season ticket holders: Free

Adults: £10

Concessions: £5

Juniors (under 11) Free (must be accompanied by a paying adult)