The 3-1 win over Eastleigh last Saturday restored a little faith at Chester FC that maybe, just maybe, they could beat the drop from the National League.
But Tuesday night's 1-0 home loss to Leyton Orient and results elsewhere not going their way meant that Chester are now six points off safety with 12 games remaining and in desperate need of run of form to give themselves any chance.
So today's trip to a Dagenham & Redbridge side who have lost seven of their last 12 matches has all the hallmarks of a 'must-win' game.
The Daggers, like Chester, are going through financial turmoil and have had to let go a number of key men in recent weeks, but they remain a threat regardless.
We will bring you all the action from Victoria Road throughout the afternoon.
Key Events
Full time: Dag & Red 3 Chester 2
That’s that. A horror show last five minutes sees Chester leave empty handed.
Saved
End to end. Dom Vose with great skill to get away from a challenge in midfield but his low effort is held by Cousins.
Chance
Hannah gets in behind but Robson recovers and Crawford skews effort wide from 18 yards
Relief!
Phew! N’Gala leathers it from 12 yards and it flashes inches over from a corner. Relief!
Decent spell
Waters does really well to create space and fire low at Cousins. Decent spell from Chester.
Blocked
Blocked! Short corner causes panic and Howell sees 10-yard effort denied by Anderson. Blues stretched.
Half time: Dag & Red 1 Chester 1
Home side seen more of the ball and had better chances but Blues been determined and deserve to be level.
Better
Blues much more lively since the goal. Found an extra yard and now Daggers making mistakes.
GOAL! Dag & Red 1 Chester 1
Jordan Archer turns home from eight yards a superb ball from Gary Roberts. 32 mins.