The EFL Trophy match between Gillingham and Crystal Palace U21 concluded with a 3-1 victory for the visiting team. Crystal Palace U21 demonstrated superior efficiency in front of goal, capitalizing early with two first-half strikes, the first coming in the 25th minute. Their early momentum set the tone, overwhelming Gillingham's defense, and the quick second goal in the 38th minute further established their dominance.

Gillingham struggled to convert their opportunities, despite earning nine corner kicks compared to Crystal Palace U21’s two. This disparity highlights Gillingham’s inability to make set pieces count, a factor that greatly affected their performance. Their defensive lapses allowed Palace to extend their lead early in the second half, scoring again at the 52nd minute, making a comeback for the hosts even more challenging.

Disciplinary issues were prevalent, with both sides receiving multiple yellow cards; Gillingham accumulated four while Crystal Palace U21 had three. The host team’s increased aggression, especially in the second half, mirrored their frustration as they sought to regain control. However, their lack of precision and inability to capitalize on set-piece opportunities hindered their efforts to alter the trajectory of the game. Despite a consolation goal in the 80th minute, Gillingham could not overcome the early deficit.

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