Gillingham v Doncaster Rovers
MEMS Priestfield Stadium
Sky Bet League 2
Saturday January 18, 2025
Kick-Off, 12:30
Team News:
Oli Hawkins and Conor Masterson could both make the squad for this weekend’s game against Doncaster, however it remains to be seen whether they are fit enough to start.
Jonny Williams is pushing for a starting place along with Jack Nolan and Aaron Rowe.
Asher Agbinone is set to make his debut, however Nelson Khumbeni is not eligible for selection.
As for Doncaster, manager Grant McCann has revealed there is some illness around the camp. Billy Sharp could be involved along with new signings - Ethan Ennis, Rob Street and Charlie Crew.
Manager Comments:
John Coleman – “Hopefully we can show signs of improvement; I would like to see us attack more and score more goals, making more chances. It’s everything that a fan wants to see – I am a fan, well by tea-time I am – I want to be enthralled and I want us to excite our fans!
“I cannot wait for Saturday to come… first game in a new job, but it’s been like riding a bike, done it for so long that we have clicked straight back into it.”
Grant McCann - "We've got one or two illnesses and those players have missed training. One player missed yesterday and then the same player and another missed training today [Thursday] so we'll see how they are.
“Whether they'll be fit for the weekend, I'm not sure. But this is why we have a squad."
Previous Meetings:
The clubs have met on 75 previous occasions and Gills hold the advantage in the head-to-head statistics with 37 wins to 17.
The most recent meeting between the clubs was the reverse league game at the Eco-Power Stadium. Donny won 1-0 thanks to a goal from veteran, Billy Sharp.
Gills last win over Rovers was in April 2023 when a solitary goal from Tom Nichols was enough to give the hosts all three points at Priestfield.
Tickets:
Gills supporters can purchase their tickets here. Away supporters need to go via their dedicated portal.
Supporters can also buy in person, our fan engagement centre is open from 9am on the day of the game.
How to watch /listen:
The fixture is available to watch via Sky Sports +, however if you are not a subscriber you can only purchase audio passes in the UK for £2.50 by clicking here.
Video passes are available for overseas fans, which are available here.
Odds:
Gills win – 11/5
Draw – 12/5
Donny win - 21/20
Special Bet: Asher Agbinone to score first in a 2-1 Gills win = 60/1.
Officials:
Referee - Lee Swabey
Assistants - Leigh Crowhurst and Alex Mathieson
Fourth Official - Laurentiu Hantea
