GILLINGHAM, who have reported back for pre-season training, play their first friendly of the season on Wednesday, July 9, when they visit Folkestone Invicta of the Dr Martens League, Eastern Division. Kick-off at Cheriton Road is 7.45pm.

Gillingham continue their preparation next Saturday away to Ryman League club St Albans.

The squad cross the Channel on July 16 to play Division 1 club Len in Le Touquet before taking on local rivals Lille on Friday, July 18.