The Gills announced their first pre-season friendly with a trip to Folkestone Invicta on 2 July.

[64] A week later, the club announced two further fixtures to their schedule with a trip to Dover Athletic[65] and a visit from Portsmouth to Priestfield Stadium.

[68] On July 13, the Gills added another addition to the schedule with Crystal Palace visiting the Priestfield Stadium.

[77] Win Draw Loss Fixtures Win Draw Loss Fixtures Gills were drawn away to AFC Wimbledon in the first round and at home to Exeter City in the second round.

[81] Three days later, Brighton & Hove Albion U21s joined Southern Group A.