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Gillingham is set to revolutionize their gameplay with Gareth Ainsworth, who joined the team late last season.
What's the plan?
Ainsworth aims to bring back the team's identity, which got muddled up with changes in personnel. He wants his players to feel like they belong to something, and with the team's current league standing of 17th in England League Two, 53 pts, 13W-14D-19L from 46 games, and recent form WLLLD, there's a lot of work to be done.
The Journey Begins
Gareth Ainsworth is relishing the journey he has embarked on with Gillingham. The 'Wild Thing' - lead vocalist of The Cold Blooded Hearts - requires no introduction in EFL managerial circles. During 10-and-a-half years at Wycombe, his heavy-metal football yielded exceptional results, propelling Wanderers from the fourth tier of English football into the Championship.
Shrewsbury Exit
Ainsworth was accused by ex-Shrewsbury midfielder Jamie Tolley of "promising the world but delivering nothing" when he left the New Meadow for Priestfield in March. However, Ainsworth makes no secret of the fact that the ambitious pitch from Gillingham's American owners Brad and Shannon Galinson ignited the fire within.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League Standing | 17th in England League Two |
| Points | 53 |
| Wins | 13 |
| Draws | 14 |
| Losses | 19 |
| Recent Form | WLLLD |
The Road Ahead
Ainsworth's ranks have been bolstered by the capture of ex-Burnley and Stoke City striker Sam Vokes, and he's also optimistic he'll get Bradley Dack fit and firing. With the team's last result being Gillingham 1-0 Shrewsbury on 2026-05-02, there's a sense of hope and renewal in the air.
Gillingham is ready to take on the challenge of League Two with Gareth Ainsworth at the helm, and with the right mindset and strategy, they might just surprise everyone.
