Ashford gave their survival chances in Ryman League, Division 1 South a big boost with a 2-0 victory over Sittingbourne at Homelands on Saturday.

Steve Lovell's side had twice gone close to scoring before Laurence Harvey gave Town a 30th-minute lead with their first goal in four matches.

And a second arrived 11 minutes into the second half when Lee Harvey was brought down in the area and reliable penalty taker Mitchell Sherwood, pictured, slotted home his eighth spot kick of the season.

Sittingbourne's best effort came when Nick Reeves saw his shot cleared off the line, but Ashford were well worth their crucial three points on the day.

Ashford host Metropolitan Police on Monday.