Sky Blues On The Road - Gillingham

Last updated : 27 December 2004 By Covsupport

There is no such thing as an easy game in this division and although Gillingham may be second bottom in the table, the Sky Blues travel to Kent knowing full well they will be in for a far tougher game than when the teams last met back in May.

Peter Reid has said he will make changes following the home defeat against Sheffield United and Richard Shaw who scored that goal in a 5-2 victory that was Eric Black’s final game, could well feature again.

The long serving City defender who was refused a testimonial could come in to replace Adie Williams or Florent Laville, neither of whom had good games in the 2-1 home defeat against Sheffield United.

Gillingham boss Stan Ternant has a major doubt over Chris Hope who limped off during the Gills defeat at Brighton with an ankle injury. Ian Cox looks likely to replace him.

City have sold only half their allocation of a thousand tickets and City supporters will be able to pay on the gate. Admission is £13 in the uncovered Bobby Moore Temporary Stand.

To get to Priestfield, M1,M25 to M2. Leave at junction 4 and follow the B278 to the third roundabout. Turn left onto A2 and go across roundabout to the traffic lights. Turn right into Woodlands Road after traffic lights and ground is on your left.

GMK/Last are running a minibus. The price is £14.00 return pick up at Cov baths 9.30 am. If you're interested call Smiler on 0775 406 84 82.

Parking is a nightmare,so park where you can legally. Train station 10 mins walk.

Those based in Coventry who are not heading for Priestfield might like to attend the big local derby between Coventry Sphinx and Coventry Marconi. Kick off at Sphinx Drive is at 11.30am.