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Gillingham vs Notts County

Priestfield Stadium, Gillingham, Kent21 October 2023 at 15:00
Referee: A. Young

Match Events

Gillingham
Notts County
Kick Off
16′
R. BrindleyL. Macari
38′
M. Langstaff

assist: O. Adebayo-Rowling

Half Time
Scott Malone52′
S. Malone
52′
60′
O. Adebayo-RowlingD. Crowley
J. WilliamsG. Lapslie
64′
71′
M. LangstaffJ. Morias
71′
J. JonesS. Austin
George Lapslie77′
78′
L. Macari

assist: D. Crowley

C. MahoneyT. Nichols
79′
S. MaloneI. Orji
79′
84′Jim O'Brien
90+6′David McGoldrick
90+6′Kyle Cameron
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal7
5Shots off Goal1
11Total Shots10
4Blocked Shots2
9Shots insidebox6
2Shots outsidebox4
8Fouls5
3Corner Kicks5
3Offsides1
33%Ball Possession67%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves1
317Total passes646
236Passes accurate581
74%Passes %90%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Gillingham is 6.81, compared to 7.04 for Notts County. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Gillingham's highest-rated starter is J. Turner (6.93), while Notts County's best-rated player is J. Jones (7.05).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Gillingham have contributed 6 goals and 7 assists this season, led by M. Clark (3G). Notts County's starters account for 9 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by J. Jones (8G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Gillingham deploy 4 defenders rated 6.84 on average, against Notts County's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Gillingham field 5 midfielders averaging 6.72, versus Notts County's 4 rated 7.04. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Gillingham start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Notts County averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 63% for Gillingham and 81% for Notts County. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Gillingham's starters have collected 14 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Notts County. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Gillingham's starting XI is 27.8 (youngest: E. Coleman (25), oldest: J. Williams (32)), while Notts County average 29.0 (youngest: J. Jones (28), oldest: M. Palmer (30)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Gillingham's starters average 25 league appearances each, versus 33 for Notts County. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Gillingham4-1-4-13-4-2-1Notts County
GKDEFMIDFWD
25Turner3Clark4Masters.5Ehmer13Malone18Coleman23Mahoney8Williams17Clarke11Jefferi.45Bonne1Slocombe2Brindley15Baldwin4Cameron21Adebayo.6O'Brien18Palmer10Jones11Nemane17McGoldr.9Langsta.

Substitutes

Coach: K. Millen

Substitutes

Coach: L. Williams

GillinghamPosition StrengthNotts County
6.81
Avg Rating
7.04
6.93Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.84Defender (4 v 3)
5G 6A0G 0A
6.72Midfielder (5 v 4)7.04
1G 1A9G 9A
Gillingham4-1-4-1
25GoalkeeperJ. Turner6.9
3DefenderM. Clark6.93G6A
4DefenderC. Masterson6.82G
5DefenderM. Ehmer
13DefenderS. Malone
18MidfielderE. Coleman6.91A
23MidfielderC. Mahoney
8MidfielderJ. Williams6.61G
17MidfielderJ. Clarke
11MidfielderD. Jefferies
45ForwardM. Bonne
Notts County3-4-2-1
1GoalkeeperS. Slocombe
2DefenderR. Brindley
15DefenderA. Baldwin
4DefenderK. Cameron
21MidfielderO. Adebayo-Rowling
6MidfielderJ. O'Brien
18MidfielderM. Palmer7.01G5A
10MidfielderJ. Jones7.08G4A
11ForwardA. Nemane
17ForwardD. McGoldrick
9ForwardM. Langstaff

Match Summary

Notts County defeated Gillingham 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2023. Goals were scored by M. Langstaff 38′, S. Malone 52′, L. Macari 78′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Gillingham had 33% possession while Notts County held 67%. Gillingham had 11 shots (2 on target) compared to 10 (7 on target) for Notts County. Gillingham made 3 substitutions, Notts County made 4.

Rivalry since 2013

Gillingham vs Notts County Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
Gillingham
5
wins
Drawn
0
Notts County
4
wins
Total goals
22 · 2.4/match
Both scored
5/9 · 56%
Over 2.5
5/9 · 56%

Recent Form

Gillingham

WLLLDW

Notts County

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Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Gillingham4wins
1draws8 meetings
Notts County3wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.3

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (25%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (37%) — the odds may underestimate Notts County.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.1%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 38.7%Draw 27.4%Away 38.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.553.502.50
Max2.603.752.66
Over 2.5: 59.9%Under 2.5: 46.5%
Market favourite: · Even contest

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market37.3%26.3%36.4%
Public market37.3%25.4%37.3%

Gillingham vs Notts County — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Notts County
Result vs. Market: Notts County (39%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

GillinghamHalf-time:01Notts County
11Shots10
2Shots on target7

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
03/02/26Notts County1–0Gillingham1.86/3.25/4.00
13/09/25Gillingham1–0Notts County2.32/3.17/3.08
01/02/25Gillingham1–2Notts County3.33/3.43/2.14
21/09/24Notts County0–1Gillingham1.94/3.69/3.67
09/02/24Notts County1–3Gillingham2.17/3.69/3.08
21/10/23Gillingham1–2Notts County2.58/3.64/2.57
21/10/08Gillingham2–2Notts County1.97/3.30/3.51
17/03/09Notts County0–1Gillingham2.62/3.28/2.58

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Gillingham

W 140D 106L 122
Over 2.540
Goals scored446

Away Record: Notts County

W 211D 159L 228
Over 2.552
Goals scored789

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026