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Preview | Northampton Town v Gillingham

10th November

Northampton Town v Gillingham

Jersey Mike’s Trophy

Sixfields Stadium

Tuesday November 10, 2026

Kick-Off, 7pm

Team News:

Gills will be without Tom Eaves and Bradley Dack as they missed the defeat to Barrow due to injuries that occurred late last week. Conor McManus, who missed the game too, is away on international duty with the Republic of Ireland Under-21 team.

Zane Albarus, who was an unused substitute on Saturday, could feature as he continues to build his match minutes. Andy Smith is dealing with an ankle issue and is unlikely to be risked.

Janoi Donacien missed Northampton’s FA Cup defeat to York as a precaution, and may not be risked for Tuesday’s fixture. Northampton’s goalkeeper Zach Jeacock went off early in the game and was replaced by James Dadge, who made his first appearance of the season during the defeat. Ross Fitzsimons has been struggling with injury and could be back involved on Tuesday.

Manager Comments:

Gareth Ainsworth: “I want to win on Tuesday, definitely. We have to go into another game now, and there is not a lot of time to dwell over this, but we will definitely be having words about how we can be better.”

Previous Meetings:

The two teams met earlier this season in League Two action, with the game ending in a 1-1 draw. Conor McManus opened the scoring after seven minutes. Nick Freeman cut inside onto his left foot before floating a cross deep into the penalty area. McManus got free from his marker and was able to guide his header past Zach Jeacock.

Logan Briggs equalised in the 36th minute. Having had his initial effort blocked, the ball rebounded straight back into his path, allowing him a free shot at goal, and he bent his strike into the top left corner from 12 yards out.