I agree. Why have we kept him on though? Any truth to the rumour we will be looking to sign him permanently for next season?
Heard that about him and Chang, which would make Chang’s exclusions even more baffling.
Yes, I’ve had better Bank Holidays. 
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Jellis for Comley. Asiimwe for Albert and swap Allen and Weir. Harrison will play in the unlikely case he is fit. DJ on the bench, with Chang, Comley, Barrett (G), Browne…anyone else?
He’s back training 
Probably something similar to when we signed Sawyers.
We signed him on loan, never played for us, fans thought what was the point of him being here, ended up as pretty much an extended trial.
He then came back in a trial game in pre season at Halesowen Town, then signed a 1 year deal.
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Sawyers signed in March and made 4 sub appearances prior to the end of the season. Remember watching him at Yeovil on the Good Friday.
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Don’t remember him playing much. Just checked, 17 minutes over 4 games.
3, 2, 1 and 11 minutes 
I remember him at Yeovil. Also bear in mind we only had a handful of games left when we signed him, as the transfer deadline day was different then.
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Think that’s bang on what we should be playing.
A useful guide of hints and tips to get the most of your day for travelling Saddlers fans below:
Away spectators are mostly housed on one side of the Brian Moore Stand (on the Medway Stand side) where around 1,500 people can be accommodated. This stand is temporary, so be prepared to meet a wall of scaffolding when you walk through the turnstiles, it is not a sight for the faint of heart.
Although home and away spectators have their turnstile entrances, once inside it is surprising that both sets of spectators can freely mingle behind the Brian Moore Stand. This end is uncovered, so be prepared to get wet (although the Club does hand out subsidised rain macs if the heavens open) and it is quite difficult to create some atmosphere from this area.
A better bet may be to head for one of the 200 covered seats that are made available to visiting spectators in the Gordon Road Stand. Although there is an odd supporting pillar at the back of the stand that could impede your view, it does have a roof, unlike the Brian Moore Stand. The stand itself is of a terrific size and height (you can get some magnificent views of the surrounding area at the very top of it), plus the views of the playing action are fine. Unlike most temporary stands though the facilities are surprisingly good, being of a permanent nature behind the structure. Sometimes supporters in this area try to make some noise by stamping on the metal rows of the stand, although this is strongly discouraged.
Priestfield Stadium tours offer an excellent opportunity to experience the Gillingham home ground without interruptions. The club typically schedules specific tour dates, allowing visitors to choose their preferred times and plan accordingly.
Most tours begin at 1:00 p.m. and last until 5:00 p.m., so be sure to book your visit through the official website.
During your trip to Priestfield Stadium, you’ll have the unique chance to explore the club’s dressing room and kit room. You can take photos in the press room, sit in the dugout, and enjoy a seat in the director’s box.
Additionally, the MEMS Priestfield Stadium tour includes an exciting package that allows you to interact with the staff who manage the club’s daily activities. This is a great opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the history of Gillingham, so don’t hesitate to dig deeper!
One unusual aspect of visiting Priestfield Stadium is that away supporters have to walk down a very narrow terraced street to reach the away entrance, or if coming from adjacent streets down very tight alleyways. However, there are never normally any problems with this although after the game the Police sometimes close off some of the surrounding streets to keep spectators at a distance from one another. Travelling spectators are strongly encouraged to conceal offending colours as a mark of respect to the home club.
The Fleur De Lis on Gillingham Road is a 10-minute walk from the stadium. A quite superb modern pub with a range of amenities including toilets and a cash bar facility.
In the town centre, the Will Adams pub offers a good place for both home and well behaved away fans to mix. It offers a lot of friendly banter and a pint, or fruit based drink, while you’re at it. The only pub which is a home fans only pub is The Cricketers in Sturdee Avenue, this should be avoided by away fans at all costs. Also recommended is the Livingstone Arms as an away fans pub. They also provide a selection of free food on request.
There are plenty of restaurants and takeaways to choose from in the town centre with a pretty decent selection located on the High Street if you fancy something a little more substantial to eat. The Eel Pie Island cafe which can be found on the right as you walk through the high street away from the ground is a particularly popular place before the game and serves a mean double pie and mash with gravy!
There are other pubs in the town centre – some will not admit any members of the away audience.
Food and drink will be available for away spectators including burgers (£5.65), hot dogs (£4.95), Macaroni Cheese with crispy onions and bacon (£5.95) and hot pies (£6.05). Sweets and soft drinks including bottled water will also be available.
Inclement weather is forecast for Saturday afternoon so it is strongly advised to wear suitable attire for the prevailing conditions.
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Gillingham, scene of one of the greatest acts of cultural vandalism in away pub history, when the Livingstone Arms became a McDoodys American diner.
Nine games left so it’s definitely “crunch time.” We need at least 2-3 more wins to make things more comfortable for us.
I’m quite surprised that Gillingham are at the wrong end of the table to be honest, they were amongst the favorites to go up when the season began. This game is one I’m hoping we get maximum points from.
I’m seeing signs that we’re beginning to show some form again, we have to be more careful at the back and play through midfield and (completely) abandon the hoof ball tactics.
Bring home three points for us lads.
UTS
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Massive game as they all are from now tIl the end of the campaign
A draw would be a decent result but a win would really feel as though we have 1 foot in league 1 and bring positivity and confidence with EIGHT left to play.
Come on you reds.
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Speaking to my Dad , fellow Saddler of almost 50 years , earlier and we were talking it through .
Summary :
win Saturday and with the confidence that installs , possibly widening the gap to 7 points or so again , chances are …… good
draw or lose … 6 games without a win , confidence draining , gap down to 4 or even 3 …. With tough games ahead …. outlook is BAD .
It’s a huge game it really is .
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It does feel huge like you say a win gets everyone less persimistic about our chances and most importantly gives the players a huge lift for the run in.
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Anyone know how many tickets we’ve sold for this game and what is the expected following?
Have no idea…
But if we had just moved into 1st position instead of being there for 20 games and in poor form you would struggle to get a ticket.
My guess is 4 or 500
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I’m going to Gillingham with mixed feelings, our defence is leaking goals which bothers me but on the other hand even though we went behind twice at Bromley we fought back twice and that’s impressive against a big physical side who move the ball around really well.
There’s goals in our team and they have had a chance to rest an extra couple of days more than the chasing pack.
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I think it will be a tough game against a team with the players they have should be at least in the play offs and have done us a favour in recent weeks ending bradfords unbeaten run