Crawley Town vs Gillingham: Match Preview

The Sky Bet League Two fixture at Broadfield Stadium takes place on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 3pm as Crawley Town host Gillingham.

Team news

Gillingham will be without Armani Little after his red card in the closing stages against Bristol Rovers. Manager Gareth Ainsworth hopes one or two players can return to the squad.

Seb Palmer-Houlden pressed for a start after a substitute appearance in the last game. Robbie McKenzie is nearing fitness and could make the matchday list. Andy Smith is doubtful after leaving last Saturday’s fixture with a knock.

Crawley Town will miss Jonny Russell. He is away on international duty with Northern Ireland under-21s. Scott Malone, a former Gillingham player, is in contention to start. Jacob Chapman is expected to keep the goalkeeper spot.

Managers’ perspectives

Colin Kazim-Richards underlined the fine margins in football. He emphasised the importance of small gains and vowed his team would give everything for the supporters.

Gareth Ainsworth focused on his own side’s preparations. He declined to speculate on opponents’ plans and expressed hope for a positive result for Gillingham.

Head-to-head and recent meeting

The pair have met 17 times in total. Gillingham lead the series with nine wins, compared with Crawley’s four results and four draws.

The last trip to Crawley was in August 2023. Gillingham won 1-0 that day, making it their fourth straight 1-0 league win to start the season. The game featured a saved penalty and a late own goal from Crawley defender Harry Ransom after a long throw.

Tickets and streaming

All tickets must be purchased via the Crawley Town website. Filmogaz.com reports an allocation of 1,417 tickets for visiting supporters.

Seated tickets have sold out. Terraced places in the North Stand remain available. Domestic viewers can watch on Sky Sports+.

An audio pass option is available for a one-off fee. Overseas fans can buy access to a video feed with BBC Radio Kent commentary.

Odds and match officials

Match preview note

This Crawley Town vs Gillingham: Match Preview outlines selection issues and logistics. Supporters should check official club pages for last-minute updates.