Accrington ST prepare to host Gillingham in a League Two clash this Saturday, aiming to extend their five-match unbeaten run. The side currently sits 15th in the standings with 11 points from 10 games, eight points behind leaders Salford City.
Their last outing was a 0-0 draw away to Oldham on 10 October, part of a sequence that includes a 2-0 win over Cheltenham and three other draws. Gillingham arrive at The Wham Stadium in fourth place, fresh from a 4-1 away victory at Rotherham.
Accrington ST have not lost since late September, a run that has seen them pick up seven points from a possible 12 in the league. Their last five results across all competitions read: a draw with Oldham, a 1-1 draw with Salford City in the EFL Trophy, a 2-0 win over Cheltenham, a 1-1 draw at Swindon Town, and a 3-3 draw with Sunderland U21s in the Trophy. This solid, if unspectacular, form has provided a platform for the upcoming fixture.
The game is scheduled for Saturday, 17 October, with a 3pm kick-off at The Wham Stadium. It is the 11th round of the League Two regular season, listed among the weekend's key fixtures. Both teams fielded strong lineups in their last matches, with Accrington ST using a 3-1-4-2 formation against Oldham and Gillingham opting for a 3-4-3 shape at Rotherham. Accrington's recent team selections and player availability can be tracked via the club's squad page.
Gillingham's own form has been mixed, with two wins, a draw, and two losses in their last five outings. Their heavy defeat at York and a loss to Cambridge United in the Trophy show they can be vulnerable on the road. Accrington ST will look to exploit this as they seek to close the gap on the playoff places. The final team news, including any late changes to the squad or new injuries, will be confirmed closer to kick-off.
