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Dagenham & Redbridge's fortunes have been revived by the US consortium involving Tim HowardCredit: Getty Images

With only one automatic promotion spot up for grabs, the National League is always a division filled with tension and intrigue, and this season has been no different.

Leyton Orient are top of the pile on 50 points with ante-post favourites Salford just one point behind, as Harrogate, Wrexham and Solihull Moors attempt to keep pace.

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Orient have lost just twice and boast the best goal difference in the league. While striker Macauley Bonne has received plenty of plaudits, the introduction of centre-back Marvin Ekpiteta has been the driving force behind their challenge.

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Andrew WilsherRacing Post Sport

Published on 18 December 2018inFootball tips

Last updated 19:22, 18 December 2018

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