Gillingham will be desperate to kickstart their League Two campaign when they host Newport County at Priestfield on October 3rd, 2026. The Gills endured a disappointing start, registering one loss in their opening fixture, conceding three goals and scoring two. Their current win rate stands at 0%, highlighting the urgency for a positive result in front of their home support.
Newport County, in contrast, arrive with a slightly more encouraging record of one win and one loss from their first two outings. They’ve found the net three times but have shown defensive vulnerabilities, shipping five goals in the process. Their 50% win rate suggests a team with some early season momentum, albeit one that is still finding its rhythm. The key narrative for Gillingham will be to tighten up defensively and translate their attacking intent into a more solid performance. For Newport, consistency will be crucial as they aim to build on their early victory. Expect a keenly contested affair with both sides eager to establish a foothold in the early League Two standings.
1. O. Wright, 5. A. Smith, 19. O. Beckles, 26. L. Dobbs, 22. N. Freeman, 16. J. Brophy, 14. R. McKenzie, 34. E. King, 10. Ronan Hale, 9. W. Goodwin, 24. H. Waldock
1. J. Wright, 22. C. Norman, 5. L. Jenkins, 4. K. Cameron, 16. M. Jacob, 24. M. Dibley-Dias, 6. C. Brennan, 23. M. Adu-Poku, 10. H. Biggins, 9. S. Gwengwe, 27. C. Doidge
Match events
14' Card Yellow Card — Ronan Chapman Hale (Gillingham)
15' Card Yellow Card — Lamin Sillah (Gillingham)
45'+1 Card Yellow Card — Harrison Biggins (Newport County)
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