Fleetwood Town carry a formidable ten-match unbeaten run against Gillingham into this weekend's Sky Bet League Two fixture. The Cod Army have not lost to the Gills in league competition since December 2017, a sequence Opta statistics confirm is their longest ongoing undefeated streak against any side in the EFL.
This data forms part of a comprehensive pre-match stat pack compiled by Opta, published this week ahead of the second round of League Two fixtures. The analysis highlights key trends and historical records for every match, with Fleetwood's dominance over their upcoming visitors a standout point.
What is Fleetwood Town's record against Gillingham?
The head-to-head record heavily favors Fleetwood Town in recent years. They have won five and drawn five of the last ten encounters. Gillingham's sole victory at Highbury Stadium in the Football League came over eight years ago, a 2-0 win in December 2017. Since that defeat, Fleetwood have proven particularly strong in season-opening home games, winning five of their last seven at Highbury to start a campaign. Interestingly, four of those five victories ended with a 2-1 scoreline.
For the full squad and management, this historical advantage provides a psychological boost. You can review the full squad available for selection on our dedicated squad page.
How did both teams perform on the opening day?
While historical form is strong, the immediate focus is on building from the first matchday. The Opta analysis also sheds light on both teams' performances last weekend. Gillingham conceded the highest expected goals against (xGA) total in League Two on MD1, at 3.5. Despite this defensive vulnerability, they were one of the division's more potent attacking forces, with only Accrington Stanley (9) and Barnet (8) managing more shots on target than the Gills' seven.
Fleetwood will look to exploit any defensive frailties while maintaining their own solid home form. The early standings show every point is valuable as the table begins to take shape.
What other key stats define this League Two weekend?
The Opta stat pack is filled with intriguing narratives beyond the Fleetwood game. Crewe Alexandra could make club history by winning their opening two games of an EFL season while keeping a clean sheet in both, a feat never before achieved. Newport County aim to win their first two league matches of a campaign for the first time since the 1981-82 season.
Other notable streaks include Swindon Town's concerning opening day, where they failed to register a single shot on target, and Accrington Stanley's league-high 44 touches in the opposition penalty area. These detailed metrics offer a deeper layer of insight beyond the basic scorelines.
Where does this fixture fit in Fleetwood's schedule?
This home game against Gillingham represents a key early opportunity for Fleetwood Town to build momentum at Highbury Stadium. A positive result would continue their excellent home form in season openers and extend a psychologically significant unbeaten run against a direct rival.
The full schedule of upcoming challenges, including this weekend's match, can be found on the club's fixtures list. Securing points in these early home games is often seen as foundational for a successful campaign. The next fixture for Fleetwood Town after Gillingham is an away trip to face Walsall on September 13th.
