History of the Burton Albion v Gillingham fixture
Burton Albion prepare to entertain Gillingham at The Pirelli Stadium on Saturday afternoon, for the first time in their history, and will be hoping to give their new opponents the runaround.
Recent encounters between the teams
| Season | Date | Team | Result | Team | Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010/2011 | Sat 25 Sep | Gillingham | 1 - 0 | Burton Albion | League Two |
| 2009/2010 | Sat 28 Nov | Gillingham | 1 - 0 | Burton Albion | F.A. Cup |
For a detailed analysis of the complete head-to-head record between the two sides, click here
Recent respective form guides
Burton Albion have lost just once in their last six home games, winning four and drawing the other one. A total of 11 goals have been scored by the Brewers in those games, with 7 conceded.
Gillingham have an average recent record on the road, winning 2 of the last six, but losing the other 4. A generous 7 goals have been both scored and conceded in this period.
Burton Albion are hovering perilously just above the relegation zone, with 36 points from 32 matches.
Gillingham's total of 56 points from their 37 games sees them sitting in the playoff places in Npower League Two.
Current overall team form
| Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burton Albion | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 14 | 7 |
| Gillingham | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 9 | 5 | 10 |
For a detailed analysis of current team form guides in this or any division, click here
FootyMad's prediction ...
These are testing times at The Pirelli Stadium for the Brewers and the Madmen are unable to see past Gillingham claiming victory in a close match.
Sequence statistics
| Team | Sequences |
|---|---|
| Burton Albion | 5 games since last home draw. Not won in the 2 most recent games. |
| Gillingham | Previous 6 away games have finished all-square. Not won in previous 6 away matches. 12 games since last defeat. |
For a detailed analysis of current team sequences throughout the leagues, click here