Nick Freeman is confident Gillingham won’t repeat their below-par performance at Accrington.

The Kent Senior Trophy took centre stage on Saturday with clubs competing in the first round.

The condition will sideline the three-time Pro Bowl quarterback indefinitely, according to multiple reports.

Gillingham left Accrington empty-handed after conceding from a defensive mix-up and twice from corner kicks.

Whitstable came from behind to beat Isthmian South East leaders South Park and secure a fifth straight league victory.

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Gareth Ainsworth knows Accrington inside out and has warned the Gills they must match the hosts’ intensity if they are to make it back-to-back wins.

“He’ll take it ... eventually,” the amused announcer said.

“This is America’s pastime. Parents shouldn’t have to worry about this.”

Gillingham’s fringe players put in an impressive showing in midweek but manager Gareth Ainsworth is unlikely to tinker much with a winning formula.