Gillingham vs Newport Match Preview & Recent FormsMatch Preview & Recent Forms
Gillingham welcome Newport to Priestfield Stadium on 03 October 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing England League Two schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.
Gillingham tend to overload midfield areas.
Newport tend to keep a balanced shape on the pitch.
Recent Form
Gillingham
WWDDD
Newport
DLLDL
Gillingham are in solid form, consistently picking up results in recent matches. The team should continue to build on their recent results.
In contrast, Newport have faced difficulties in recent matches and need to improve quickly. This could start to affect confidence within the squad.
Recent Form Home/Away
Gillingham (Home)
WDL
Newport (Away)
LLL
Gillingham form remains fairly steady regardless of location.
There is little difference in Newport's performance across venues.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Gillingham
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Newport
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Gillingham have experienced ups and downs in recent defensive performances. There is room for improvement in their defensive setup.
In contrast, Newport have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Gillingham (Home)
+--
Newport (Away)
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There is little difference in Gillingham's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Newport's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Gillingham
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Newport
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Gillingham are often involved in tight, cagey games. Breaking down games has been a challenge.
In contrast, Newport have often featured in open games with several goals. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Gillingham (Home)
--+
Newport (Away)
-++
Gillingham's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Newport.
Scoring Consistency
Gillingham
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Newport
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Gillingham have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Similarly, Newport have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Gillingham (Home)
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Newport (Away)
-++
There is little difference in Gillingham's scoring output across venues.
Newport's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
On average Gillingham scores 1 and concedes 1.3 goals in home matches, while Newport averagely scores 1.3 and concedes 2.7 goals in away matches.
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Gillingham vs Newport Video Content
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Gillingham vs Newport Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
On average Gillingham scores after every 8.6 shots, while Newport gets averagely 16.5 shots in a game.
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Gillingham vs Newport Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Gillingham fielded the below lineup in the last match against Tranmere Rovers: Wright; Dobbs, Beckles, Smith; Mcmanus, King, McKenzie, Freeman; Waldock, Brophy; Hale
In their last match against Fleetwood Town starting lineup of Newport was the following: Wright; Jacob, Cameron , Jenkins, Norman; Brennan, Dibley-Dias; Gwengwe, Biggins, Adu-Poku; Doidge
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