Gillingham’s start to the season went from bad to worse as they were beaten 1-0 at St Andrew’s by Coventry City.
The Gills are without a win in the league under new manager Steve Evans, Dom Hyam’s first half goal enough to ensure they went home without three points yet again. It wasn’t a great performance by the visitors, they had less possession and were comfortably out-passed by a slick Sky Blues side.
They’re 18th on just two points, a tally that would normally see them in the bottom four, but thanks to Bolton and Bury’s situation is enough to keep their head above float, for now.
Manager Steve Evans was typically bullish after the game, claiming he would be in the transfer market (again) after being let down by his players.
“We go home disappointed,” said the former Leeds boss. “I think second half there is only one team trying to score a goal and their goalkeeper has made a stunning save.
“We knew it was going to take time from the minute we walked in the door. We will be active in the early part of the week in the transfer market. ”
Gills supporters are not easily conned though and after a heavy summer of recruitment they’re seeing the other side to Evans; unambitious football and average results.
They’re beginning to see the bigger picture though, as you’ll understand after reading some of the comments below.
Nothing but full of excuses this bloke
— Bobby‼️ (@Bobbyyxx_) August 24, 2019
https://twitter.com/topppcat/status/1165313435963482112
Played 5 no wins. I say no more.
— James (@jameslhall8) August 24, 2019
Turn round and go back out the door. Poor manager.
— Wayne Horrigan (@WHorrigan) August 24, 2019
Steve “blagger and bullsh1tter” Evans
— kinnie winnie (@KinnieZ22) August 24, 2019
Absolute rubbish. This is what happens when our best two players leave, and we get load of freebies who aren't up to it.
Evans Out! Scally Out!— The Arrow (@GreenArrow100) August 24, 2019
Absolute rubbish….!
— Damian Atkins (@damoiluro) August 24, 2019
No cutting edge
— jason friday (@jasonfriday2) August 24, 2019
I like the prospect of league 2 football teams there we haven't lost to yet.
— James (@jameslhall8) August 24, 2019
