In a match of the 25th round of English League One, Crewe Alexandra defeated Gillingham 3 - 1 on Saturday evening.

Four the fourth time this season, ex Manchester United starlet Nicky Ajose was on target for the Railwaymen, scoring from the penalty spot in the 27th minute.

And the home team went into a two - goal lead after Harry Davis netted in the 32nd minute but ten minutes after the restart Bradley Dack pulled a goal back.

Olympic National Team invitee Uche Ikpeazu made sure the three points were secured six minutes from time, with his sixth goal in the colours of Crewe Alexandra.

Though Crewe Alexandra are in 19th position in the third - tier, only 10 points separate them from the last play off position currently occupied by Sheffield United.