Gillingham Football Club is a professional football club based in Gillingham, Kent, England. The club was founded in 1893 and currently plays in League Two, the fourth tier of English football.
Gillingham has a long and storied history, having been a member of the Football League since 1920. The club has won the Football League Trophy and been promoted to the second tier of English football on two occasions.
Gillingham plays its home matches at the Priestfield Stadium, which has a capacity of over 11,000 spectators. The club's home colours are blue and white and the team is nicknamed "The Gills."
The club's biggest rivals are Medway neighbour's Maidstone United, and matches between the two teams are known as the "M20 Derby." Gillingham also has a rivalry with fellow Kent side, Charlton Athletic.
Gillingham has a loyal fan base and the club is active in the local community, running various initiatives and programs to engage with supporters.
In recent seasons, the club has struggled in the league and has struggled to maintain its place in the football leagues. Hopefully however, the team can bounce back and push for promotion in future seasons, which ever league that may be.
Overall, Gillingham Football Club is a historic and important part of the football landscape in England, and the club will continue to be a key figure in the game for years to come.