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Rochdale vs Southend United: Shrimpers boss Kevin Maher eyes perfect double

Southend United boss Kevin Maher is hoping for a unique double celebration this week as his side prepares to face Rochdale in the play-off eliminator.

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
11 May 2025

SERVICE: Kevin Maher has been manager of Southend United since 2021 PICTURE: Alamy

By Jason Creasey
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Rochdale v Southend United

Thursday, May 15. Kick-off 7.45pm

Southend United boss Kevin Maher is hoping for a unique double celebration this week as his side prepares to face Rochdale in the play-off eliminator.
The Shrimpers head coach faces the challenge of trying to overcome fourth-placed Dale on Thursday.
Victory will see them through to the semi-finals with a tie against Forest Green Rovers awaiting them.
But just 24 hours after their clash against Rochdale, Maher will be lining up in his long-awaited te...

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