Gillingham manager Gareth Ainsworth looks ahead to the visit of League 2 leaders Bromley to Priestfield Stadium

Gillingham will be prepared for a battle as they take on league leaders Bromley this Saturday.

The visitors from South London are on a terrific run, 10 unbeaten and winning eight of those, to propel themselves to the top of League 2.

Gills manager Gareth Ainsworth was there in person at Hayes Lane on Tuesday night to watch them draw 2-2 with Crewe. Andy Woodman’s side head into the weekend six points clear at the top.

“Well done Bromley,” said the Gills boss. “They're right up there at the top of the league for a reason. They've done brilliantly this season.

“I bet not a lot of people saw that coming. Woody has done a brilliant job.

“I went to watch them the other night and they're very strong, very good, very physical, but they've got some good players as well.

“People will say, ‘Oh, they're good at what they do.’ I used to have that at Wycombe but they've got some good players, and we've got to match it.

“They've got some good individuals. Obviously, Michael Cheek scores a lot of goals for them. We know that. He's scored a lot of goals over the years.

“They’re a real threat from crosses, from set-pieces, but it's the way they get in the attacking positions that we've got to deal with as well. Lots to contend with and I'm looking forward to it because obviously it's [a team from] just down the road.”

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The Gills were top of the table the last time the teams met. Ainsworth’s side came from two goals down that day to draw 2-2, equalising with a 98th-minute penalty from Max Clark.

While the Gills have faltered, Bromley gathered momentum and are now the team to beat.

Ainsworth said: “They kept a majority of the squad together for that period as well, which helps.

“I've always said, if you lose your best