Gillingham vs Carlisle United. Sky Bet League Two.
MEMS Priestfield StadiumAttendance7,037.
Gillingham 4
- T Dieng (2nd minute)
- J Wakeling (48th minute)
- J Nolan (77th minute)
- J Williams (87th minute)
Carlisle United 1
- J Mellish (65th minute)
Gillingham 4-1 Carlisle
Saturday 10 August 2024 17:22, UK
Jack Nolan scored a magnificent goal on his debut to help Gillingham defeat Carlisle 4-1 at Priestfield.
The former Accrington winger received the ball on the right wing and evaded a challenge before driving for the box and producing a terrific effort which found the roof of the net.
Tim Dieng had given Gills a second-minute lead when he fired home from close range following a blocked effort from Aaron Rowe.
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The Cumbrians had good chances to level through Ben Barclay and Charlie Wyke, the latter striking the crossbar.
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However, on-loan forward Jacob Wakeling doubled the home advantage shortly after the interval when he pounced on a loose pass before applying a clinical finish.
Jon Mellish pulled a goal back after 65 minutes when he prodded an effort beyond the reach of Jake Turner before Nolan took centre stage to add a third for the hosts in the 77th minute.
Jonny Williams came off the bench and secured the points with an excellent right-footed drive to give Mark Bonner the perfect start as Gills boss.
