Gillingham Faces Bromley: Match Preview

Gillingham is set to face Bromley in a crucial Sky Bet League Two clash at MEMS Priestfield Stadium. The match will take place on January 31, 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 3 PM.

Team News: Gillingham and Bromley Line-ups

Gillingham may see the debut of Ronan Hale, who recently joined from Ross County. His participation depends on receiving international clearance. Cameron Antwi, acquired from Newport County, could also feature in the squad.

Unfortunately, Gillingham will be without Jonny Smith, sidelined due to a lower leg injury. Nelson Khumbeni continues recovery from a dislocated shoulder, while Ethan Coleman is also unlikely to play because of injury. Goalkeeper Glenn Morris, who sustained a knock last week, is expected to be fit for the match.

Bromley is poised to offer Zech Medley a chance to debut after his loan signing from Fleetwood Town. Former Gillingham player Ben Thompson aims for a starting position following his goal in Bromley’s recent 2-2 draw against Crewe. Carl Jenkinson, returning from a prolonged absence, should be available as well.

Manager Insights Ahead of the Match

Gillingham’s manager Gareth Ainsworth praised Bromley’s performance this season, noting their position at the top of the league. He commended Andy Woodman for the excellent work done with the team.

Conversely, Woodman emphasized the importance of Gillingham being a challenging opponent. He indicated a focus on solid defense before transitioning to an offensive strategy.

Previous Meetings and Head-to-Head Record

Historically, Bromley leads the head-to-head matchups with two victories against Gillingham’s single win. Their previous encounter ended in a 2-2 draw, where Gillingham salvaged a point with a last-minute penalty from Max Clark.

• Early Goals for Bromley: Nicke Kabamba and Michael Cheek scored within the first 12 minutes.
• Gillingham’s Response: Josh Andrews’ goal came ten minutes after halftime, bringing the score to 2-1.
• Final Equalizer: Max Clark equalized for Gillingham in the dying moments of the match with a penalty kick.

Ticket Information

Tickets for the match are available for home supporters online or at the ticketing desk until kickoff. Away fans can also buy tickets through their dedicated portal until 3 PM on match day.

Streaming Options and Match Odds

Domestic fans can purchase an audio pass for a one-time fee. Additionally, overseas fans can access a video stream with commentary from BBC Radio Kent.

Match Officials

The officiating team for this fixture includes:

• Referee: Alan Young
• Assistants: Andy Bennett, Marc Wilson
• Fourth Official: Michael Chard

This encounter promises to be an exciting match as Gillingham and Bromley vie for crucial points in their season. Fans should not miss this highly anticipated fixture at MEMS Priestfield Stadium.