Gillingham vs Leyton Orient Preview, lineups, prediction, team news
Today’s Match Between Gillingham and Leyton Orient: Preview, Prediction, Team News, and Lineups EFL Trophy Today Match on 5th September at Priestfield Stadium (Gillingham).
Gillingham vs Leyton Orient Match Preview
The League Two match between Gillingham and Leyton Orient is scheduled to be played on September 5, 2023 at the Priestfield Stadium in Gillingham, England. The match is part of the 2023-24 season.
Gillingham finished the 2022-23 season in 15th place in League Two, while Leyton Orient finished in ninth place. The two teams met earlier in the season, with Leyton Orient winning 2-0 at Brisbane Road.
Gillingham will be without Dom Jefferies and Oli Hawkins for the match, while Leyton Orient will be without James Brophy and Sam Ling.
Gillingham vs. Leyton Orient Match Facts
- League: EFL Trophy
- MATCH: Gillingham vs. Leyton Orient
- DATE: 5th September 2023
- VENUE: Priestfield Stadium (Gillingham)
- TIME: 18:00 (UK)
Gillingham vs Leyton Orient Team News
The Gillingham vs Leyton Orient match in the EFL Trophy will be played on September 5, 2023 at the Priestfield Stadium in Gillingham, England. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:45 p.m. BST.
Gillingham will look to get their season off to a winning start after a disappointing 2022-23 campaign, which saw them finish 15th in League Two. They made a few signings this summer, including midfielder Ben Reeves and striker Mikael Mandron.
Meanwhile, Leyton Orient finished ninth in League Two last season and will be hoping to build on that this year. They have also made some signings, including defender Sam Ling and midfielder Conor Wilkinson.
The two teams met earlier this year in League Two, with Leyton Orient winning 2-0 at Brisbane Road. However, Gillingham will be sure to get revenge at home in this match.
Possible starting lineups For Both Teams
Here are the possible lineups for the match:
Gillingham:
- Tomas Holy
- Ben Purrington
- Jack Tucker
- Connor Ogilvie
- Ryan Jackson
- Ben Reeves
- George Lapslie
- Stuart O’Keefe
- Mustapha Carayol
- Vadaine Oliver
- Mikael Mandron
Leyton Orient:
- Lawrence Vigouroux
- Sam Ling
- Dan Happe
- Tom Lockyer
- Shayne Tuttle
- Darren Pratley
- Conor Wilkinson
- James Brophy
- Jayden Stockley
- Ruel Sotiriou
- Aaron Drinan
Gillingham vs. Leyton Orient Prediction
Based on the information you’ve provided, I think the game will probably be close and both teams will have a chance to win. Gillingham have a good home record and will be looking to get their season off to a winning start. Meanwhile, Leyton Orient finished ninth in League Two last season and will be hoping to build on that this year. They have also made some signings, including defender Sam Ling and midfielder Conor Wilkinson.
The weather forecast for the day of the match is sunny and a maximum of 18 degrees Celsius. This should be a good playing surface for both teams.
I’m backing Gillingham to win the match 2-1. They have a good record at home and have some players who can make a difference in the final third, such as Mustapha Carayol and Mikael Mandron. Leyton Orient will be a difficult opponent, but I think Gillingham will have enough to get the job done.
FAQs
Q. When does Gillingham vs Leyton Orient kick off?
Ans. 5th September 2023 at 18:00 (UK)
Q. Where is Gillingham vs. Leyton Orient being played?
Ans. Priestfield Stadium (Gillingham)
Q. Where can I get tickets for Gillingham vs. Leyton Orient?
Ans. Tickets are available on the Home Side Club website.
Q. What time does the Gillingham vs. Leyton Orient Match match start?
Ans. 18:00 (UK)
Q. Which team will hit more Goals in Gillingham vs Leyton Orient match?
Ans. Leyton Orient will hit more Goals in this match.
Q. What TV channel is Gillingham vs. Leyton Orient on in the UK?
Ans. This match will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports (UK/Irl).
Q. Where can I stream Gillingham vs. Leyton Orient in the UK?
Ans. This match will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports (UK/Irl).
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