Some content here Gillingham returned to the League 2 summit thanks to a Chris Whelpdale goal against Southend on New Year's Day. KM Group photographer Barry Goodwin was a Roots Hall.
Gillingham made the perfect start to their match at Southend with a third-minute opener from Chris Whelpdale
New signing Leon Legge joins goalscorer Whelpdale in the celebrations
Myles Weston takes the game to Southend
Jack Payne moves goalwards as referee Andy Woolmer looks on
Joe Martin falls foul of the referee and is shown a yellow card
New Gills signing Leon Legge prepares to launch the ball from a throw-in
Matt Fish stays close to former Gillingham striker Gavin Tomlin
Deon Burton outjumped by his man
Adam Birchall in aerial combat against Tamika Mkandawire
Despite Southend pressure, the Gillingham defence held firm to reclaim top spot in Legaue 2