Gillingham host Brighton U21 at MEMS Priestfield, Gillingham, Kent on Tuesday, Oct 13 at 8:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 3 points in the EFL Trophy South – Group G, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Gillingham come into this fixture in mixed form (0W 0D 1L). Brighton U21, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (1W 0D 0L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Gillingham head into this on the back of a defeat, while Brighton U21 arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Gillingham and Brighton U21 have split their 1 meetings almost evenly (1W–0D–0W). Their last encounter ended in Gillingham won 3–2. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 5.0 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Gillingham a slight edge, but Brighton U21 are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.