Gillingham host Cheltenham Town at MEMS Priestfield, Gillingham, Kent on Saturday, Dec 19 at 4:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 1 point in the League 2, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Gillingham come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). Cheltenham Town, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 2D 0L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Gillingham head into this on the back of a defeat, while Cheltenham Town arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Gillingham face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Cheltenham Town have won 4 of 10 encounters, with 6 draws. Their last encounter ended in Gillingham won 1–2. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.0 per game in recent meetings.

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