Hale arrival fuels Ainsworth’s play-off belief

Manager Gareth Ainsworth admitted he was as frustrated as the Gillingham fans after Saturday’s heavy defeat.

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Chatham Town welcome second-placed Welling United to the Bauvill on Saturday looking to build on their midweek thrashing of Dulwich Hamlet.

Manager Gareth Ainsworth wants Gillingham to put past Grimsby misery behind them when the Mariners return to Priestfield on Saturday.

Gillingham captain Liam Gordon is one of four injured players closing in on a return to action.

Defender Andy Smith admitted the Gills had let themselves down last weekend but was pleased with their response against Port Vale.

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Gillingham manager Gareth Ainsworth was left to rue the big missed chance that let visitors Port Vale off the hook.

Gillingham had to settle for a point at home after Port Vale fought back from a goal down at Priestfield.

Gillingham were forced to make two changes to their team hours before Tuesday’s game against Port Vale.

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Skipper Daniel Bell-Drummond is optimistic Kent can compete in County Championship Division 1 next summer.