Gillingham – Grimsby

Gillingham host Grimsby at Priestfield Stadium with the home side perched in seventh place on 17 points, boasting four wins, five draws and three defeats while outscoring opponents 17‑14. Grimsby arrive in the 17th spot, three points behind, having recorded three victories, five stalemates and four losses, their goal tally an even 15‑15. The clash pits a side that has been marginally more prolific in front of goal against a team desperate to climb out of the relegation‑threatened zone. A positive result for Gillingham could cement a push for the playoff places, whereas Grimsby will need to turn the tide to avoid slipping further down the table. Both clubs will be keen to improve their head‑to‑head record as the season approaches its decisive phase.