Gills, in their first game since the sacking of Peter Taylor, take part in the traditional pre-match handshake

Gills skipper Doug Loft gets stuck in against his former club

Brennan Dickenson takes aim

Joe Martin weighs up his options

Michael Doughty keeps his balance

Ben Williamson in action for Port Vale against the Gills last season Picture: Barry Goodwin

Bradley Dack feels the effects of a Vale challenge

Cody McDonald celebrates scoring for Gillingham

Cody McDonald and Danny Kedwell last teamed up together at Port Vale Picture: Barry Goodwin