League Leaders Folkestone Invicta inflicted another defeat on Gulls in last game before Christmas. Canvey held out a for a clean sheet at half time before conceding 2 second half goals. First half was a fairly dull affair with limited chances at either end. Canvey saw a shot saved from Matas Skarna and a deflected effort from Kenidi Dariri as their best efforts.

In the second half Folkestone were the better side and took the lead in 66th minute when substitute Hutchinson lobbed then keeper from a long through ball. In the 72nd minute the game was over when a fast break down the right left Hutchinson in space to cross for Joe Pigott to slot home.

Next Saturday the Christmas game sees Canvey entertain Billericay Town in a much anticipated local derby.