Stuart Nelson and the Gills wall prepare to face a John Welsh free-kick. Welsh got the opening goal after eight minutes.

Joe Martin takes on Keith Keane

Cody McDonald ensures Gills go in all square at the break with his 17th goal of the season

Charlie Lee awaits treatment after coming off worse in a challenge

Jake Hessenthaler escapes his man

Chris Whelpdale times his challenge to win the ball

Second-half substitute Adebayo Akinfenwa in aerial action

Connor Smith in conversation with McDonald

Gillingham pair Chris Whelpdale and Joe Martin exit Preston after defeat Pic: Barry Goodwin