Gillingham Ends Crewe Perfect League Two Start with Late Goal

Crewe Alexandra entered their League Two match against Gillingham with a perfect record, aiming to become the first team since 2015-16 to win their opening five games at this level. However, Gillingham ended Crewe's unbeaten start with a late goal from Sam Gale in the 89th minute, after Crewe had multiple chances including efforts hitting the crossbar and a missed close-range shot by Josh March. Gillingham remain unbeaten in their last 17 matches and have not lost in 16 league matches this season, marking their longest unbeaten run since 1999. Historically, Crewe has struggled away at Gillingham, being winless in their last seven away league games against them. Meanwhile, Fleetwood Town and Oldham Athletic prepare for their first league meeting since 2017, with Fleetwood recently suffering a heavy home defeat and Oldham enduring a prolonged winless streak. Stockport County and Burton Albion are also highlighted, with Stockport looking to avoid consecutive home losses and Burton struggling away with no wins in their last five away league matches.