We bring you the team news, manager comments, odds and ticket information as Gills prepare to welcome Bury to Priestfield
GILLINGHAM V BURY
Sky Bet League One
MEMS Priestfield Stadium
Saturday November 14
Kick-Off, 3pm
Team News:
Luke Norris (ankle) is Gillingham’s only absentee for the weekend’s fixture. Manager Justin Edinburgh has no fresh injury or suspension concerns.
Brennan Dickenson returns after serving a one match ban.
Dominic Samuel could make his debut after joining on loan from Reading.
As for Bury Paddy Kenny is likely to start in goal after signing a short term deal. Leon Clarke could return to the XI after playing 30 minutes against Wigan in the FA Cup.
Goalkeeper Rob Lainton (groin), Ryan Lowe (calf), Craig Jones (abductor), Daniel Nardiello (back), Kelvin Etuhu (leg) and Andrew Tutte (hamstring) are all out.
Manager Comments –
Justin Edinburgh - “I was critical of myself and the players of the way we approached the game [at Stevenage] and our attitude. That was corrected on Tuesday night, we addressed it and moved on and look forward to Bury."
David Flitcroft - "The lads believe they can beat any team we play. I send out that message to this group, to never feel the opposition is superior and to make sure they back each other up in everything they do."
Previous Meetings:
The last time the two sides met was on February 19, 2011 when a 1-1 draw was played out at MEMS Priestfield Stadium. Curtis Weston put the hosts in front but Ryan Lowe grabbed an equaliser 12 minutes from time to share the points.
In total the teams have met on 50 occasions – Bury edge the head to head stats with 21 wins to 19.
Tickets:
Supporters can purchase on the day of the game from the ticket office on Redfern Avenue. Alternatively you can purchase in advance by buying online or call 01634 300000 (option 1).
Betting:
Gillingham Win – 11/10
Draw – 5/2
Bury Win – 12/5
Special Bet: Brennan Dickenson to score first in a 2-1 win – 45/1
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Commentary:
Log on to Gills Player at 2.50pm to listen to live match commentary.
You can also follow text commentary on the Wall.
Officials:
Referee - Keith Stroud
Assistant Referee 1 - Ian Rathbone
Assistant Referee 2 - Paul Howard
Fourth Official - Matthew Buonassisi