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MATCH PREVIEW: Charlton Athletic vs West Bromwich Albion - Tuesday 4th November 2025 - 7:45pm KO
Charlton Athletic vs West Bromwich Albion Tuesday 4th November 2025 - 7:45pm Kick-Off Referee: Lewis Smith Introduction Its yet another midweek match in the Championship this coming Tuesday evening, we may not have to worry about the prospect of distractions such as the EFL Trophy. Yet we do have to worry about finding…
POST-MATCH THREAD: Charlton Athletic v Swansea City: Saturday 1st November 2025: KO 15:00
Charlton returned to home after the long (but successful) sojourn of last week to face a Swansea City side decked out in their motor sports kit and revving to go off the back of a cup defeat to Manchester City. It was a frantic start to the day’s action. Within the first few minutes the Swansea keeper cleared up field.…
2025-26 CL Prediction League Week 11 Results
Avoiding the Championship was a smart move in Week 11. From the 6 Championship games, there were only 2 correct scores (both Charlton's), 22 correct results and 137 wrong predictions. Indeed, besides the correct scorelines of 1-1 by @soapboxsam and @Arsenetatters, no one else could foresee Swansea leaving The Valley with a…
STATBANK: CHARLTON 1-1 SWANSEA
thanks to the 76 markers
From Ugandan Backpages to The Valley...
In a small town in Uganda thousands of miles from SE7, a young man named Wogoli Willington, 19, has become one of Charlton Athletic’s most passionate supporters. His journey isn’t just about football—it’s about heart, resilience, and the power of connection. Since 2019, Willington has followed the Addicks with unwavering…
General things that Please you
Given the monumental popularity of the annoyances thread, what are the little things in life that please you? (Here's betting that this thread isn't a fraction as popular) Arriving home to find that a drink has been poured for you. Leaving a task at work for a while because you don't really fancy it, then just as you know…
Under 21s (Match updates and news)
On a personal level it is extremely disappointing that our Under 23's are seeking permission to play their matches at Beckenham Town this season. Although 5 matches will be played at the Valley, that is too far for me to travel. Of course Beckenham is far from being "Charlton heartland", but of course the regime are…
Big Screen /scoreboard
I was expecting to find a thread about the change of Big Screen/scoreboard design - perhaps I am alone in thinking that the new design is 'challenging' to read from a distance with the changes in colour, size and layout? I was struggling to read the players' names and the time from the Upper West on Saturday,though I…
General Things That Annoy You thread - part 2
Continued from the original thread which we've closed due to technical problems.I'm going with vacuum sealed food packaging that is supposed to peel open from one corner but doesn't.
CHARLTON SIGN NEW CEO - DANE MURPHY (p13. Oh no they don’t)
Charlton Athletic are delighted to announce that the club is set to appoint Dane Murphy as Chief Executive Officer. Murphy will arrive with a proven track record of success, having played a key role in guiding Nottingham Forest to promotion to the Premier League, and previously overseeing Barnsley’s highest league finish…
Savings and Investments thread
I hope that like many other fine threads on CL this one will be a place where Lifers can share both knowledge and experience to help others. It isn't for "rich" Lifers. It's the way of the modern world that all of us have to try and save for old age. And it is not the place for politics, even though politics affects our…
Tiered Membership Scheme Incoming?
Saw a line in the recent job spec for a head of marketing (don't get me started on the unrealistic expectations of the role) here. Don't think this exists already outside of Valley Gold, does it? "Member Tier Management: Develop tiered membership structure with escalating benefits and exclusive experiences." Looks like…
Wot no Millwall relegation thread?
Well there should be! Shocking that today. We’re going down. See you next season, as long as we don’t pass you on the way down.
John Lewis Christmas ad.
Just seen the new Christmas ad. It's pretty good to be fair, but I can't believe those foxes didn't leave a little present of their own.
Football Manager 2026
Ok this looks sexy https://x.com/footballmanager/status/1955615499460755527
THEATRE THREAD
We have Music, films, TV, stand up, books and all kinds. I thought I would start an occasionally used thread for Addicks who go to live theatre and musicals. Review, recommend, reminisce, react to plays you've seen, or intend to see. from school plays to Amdram to the Royal Shakespeare Company and beyond. Comment on new…
Wordle and other daily puzzles thread
As we're having technical issues with some of the bigger threads, I'm closing the old wordle thread, and starting a new one here. As ever, post your results, but don't spoil the solution for other posters.
England Cricket 2025
Time for a new thread. So, what do we have to look forward to in 2025? Well, for a start, the Men have the Champions Trophy in February/March. The main focus of attention for me this year, however, are likely to be the Test Series against each of the two big guns - India at home and the Ashes in Australia. It doesn't get…
Managerial sackings, comings and goings
The October international break is clearly a chance to wield the axe First Di Matteo gets the push from Villa, and now Guidolin has been replaced at Swansea by Bob Bradley To me it all seems terribly early in the season to make changes...For reference, we sacked Dowie on the 13th November…
New Tv series (REMEMBER: No Spoilers)
Right, so i am currently doing shift work, and when i come home i like to unwind by watching an episode of something to chill out before going to bed. Watched Game of Thrones and Homeland recently - anyone got some other good recent series to watch? I'm willing to try most things unless it is along the lines of glee...…
Protecting our wildlife
I thought long and hard about whether I would make this post, but decided that I would, as when I pointed out that releasing balloons into the air can be extremely harmful to wildlife, it became apparent that some people didn't realise that this would be the result. If this post can advise a few more people of the harm…
2025 Handbook
Does anyone have a handbook from the Watford game?? I swear we bought one but can not find it
After the Millwall game - club reply to CAST p34, further CAST response p45
Football and War Event @ The Valley on 3 November 2025
Limited space so advance booking essential. PS not sure about the last speaker being a "leading historian" either.
Translation please
Jones said: "“Conor is a six and Doc is more of a six/eight while the other two are eight/tens. We were very, very bold in trying that. I was pleased with how we came through that because it shows we have other things we can do." what is he on about re 6/8 and 8/10?
THREAD FOR DISCUSSING AWAY FOLLOWINGS (of all clubs)
ok it's easier to talk about away followings here i thought arsenal had a good turnout at wigan for a live sunday game
Football facts that don't sound true (but are)
Inspired by the Aguero not being a PotY conversation, what other facts do you know that sound like they shouldn't be true but are? I'll start with a couple. Jens Lehmann went a whole season in the Champions League without conceding a goal, and got all the way to the final. Sergio Ramos has scored more goals than Andres…
New Museum Items
Just things donated or sorted out today that might interest you. Car sticker . Imagine having a manager long enough to have a car sticker made
Ongoing British Tennis…
We have a specific Andy Murray thread somewhere we have Tennis Grand Slam threads but since the emergence of Raducanu as well as other Brit hopefuls in both men’s and women’s tennis, I thought it might be a good idea to track the players flying the U.K. flag across the world…
F A Cup 25/26 - 2nd round draw p3
The Emirates FA Cup fourth round qualifying draw was made live on talkSPORT radio on Monday afternoon, with 32 ties pulled out of the hat for the final stage of the qualifying rounds. With the draw split into North and South sections, 64 clubs will now head into action across the weekend of Saturday 11 October 2025 with a…
Charlton women news - (2025-26 fixtures are on page 106)
https://www.cafc.co.uk/news/view/5a703fcf34b8b/gurr-nets-four-as-charlton-womens-team-thrash-swindon-town http://c.newsnow.co.uk/A/921903362?-11197:833
Footballers dropping their agent
Demetri Mitchell always been very active on social media. Yesterday he posted about dropping his agent and dealing directly with clubs himself. Will we see more players go in this direction? https://x.com/demetrimitche11/status/1938667972186280383?s=46&t=ynww82GMl7VKBjthBflU0g
Premier League 25/26
Opening fixtures Friday, 15 August * Liverpool v Bournemouth (20:00) Saturday, 16 August * Aston Villa v Newcastle United (12:30) * Brighton v Fulham (15:00) * Nottingham Forest v Brentford (15:00) * Sunderland v West Ham United (15:00) * Tottenham Hotspur v Burnley (15:00) * Wolves v Manchester City (17:30) Sunday, 17…
London (Inner City) Wildlife
Thought it would be another positive thread to keep the collective pecker up. Any one interested, or with stories / photos of unusual wild life in London or other inner city areas? Brother see this Black Capuchin Pigeon in Charlton Park today -
++Charlie Kelman signs on a 4 year deal++
Any they body through the door and a goal scorer this time. Welcome Charlie
Matt Godden signs on a two year contract
+1yr club option. welcome Matt. seems to be the May replacement. what do we all think?
NFL 2025/26
Thought I’d open up for new season
Onel Hernandez signs on short-term contract
He’s just signed for us. https://www.charltonafc.com/news/onel-hernandez-joins-addicks
Charlton Halloween XI
Mark Pumpkinsella? Bat Godden? Let's have your suggestions....
Capturing the Game: How a promising photographer is shining a light on our women's game!
“The players and staff put in an incredible amount of work and commitment…But the wider media still underrepresents women’s football. These players deserve much more recognition, not just at Charlton but across all women’s teams.” For Danni Fairbairn, photography isn’t just about capturing moments — it’s about amplifying…
Chat GPT
I wasn't particularly fussed by this until I heard a podcast about it the other day so I thought I would give it a go and asked it a few questions. OMG - this thing is pretty astonishing. Absolutely incredible what it can do and also a little bit scary Anyone else had a little tinker with it?
Alan Mwamba Signs Long Term Contract
Charlton Athletic are delighted to announce that academy star Alan Mwamba has signed a new long-term contract with the club. The midfielder joined the Addicks’ academy at U12 level and signed his first professional contract in July 2024, before earning his senior debut two months later. Manager Nathan Jones commented: "I’m…
Non League latest....
Paul Green ‏@NewsShopperSprt Bromley and Ebbsfleet both 1-0 up in their respective FA Cup ties
Embracing a new perception of Charlton
I'm absolutely loving the increased exposure we receive as a Championship club - I'm watching every podcast and prediction video on You tube, as I am sure a lot of us are. This week every single one of them has us down for a a home win. Normally this makes me nervous - But I feel with Jones at the helm he just fills me…
Scunthorpe Footballer Injured in Cambridgeshire Train Knifings
Scunthorpe United player Jonathan Gjoshe confirmed as one of the Cambridgeshire train stabbing victims - Grimsby Live
Old Charlton related photos
I couldn't find another general Charlton photo thread. I have loads more to post up at some time in the future. I hope that you find some of them interesting. @Henry Irving , you can copy any, just let me know which ones. Edit @LargeAddick you might find these of interest. You might note the recently deceased Craig Norris…
Carabao Cup 25-26 (no longer our concern, but QF draw & TV schedule p13)
This season’s Carabao Cup will require a Preliminary Round to be introduced ahead of Round One due to nine Premier League teams being involved in European competition in 2025/26. The format of the Carabao Cup will be amended to introduce a four-team preliminary qualifying round, to reduce the number of Clubs in Round One…
Latest Films
Anyone seen anything lately? Saw The Road: Grim post-apocalyptic affair. Don't recommend it. Up in the Air: Clooney's latest. Slightly sentimental comedy. Good subtle laughs in it and definitely worth a watch.
We need a song for every player
...to keep Bowyer happy. Come on then:
New Head Of Performance - Will Abbott, leaving in September (p3)
Interesting.
I am going to say it!! Yes I am, Nathan Jones......................
Out!!!! yes I said it and I don't care. Shit negative football, making 4-6 changes every game tell us he is desperate and has no clue. Dropping decent players who have played well for no reason. Horrible little manager with no clue whatsoever. How have we come into the season with no attacking midfielders and no wingers.…
Loan watch 25/26
Now we have a few players out on loan I thought it might be good to have one thread to keep track of them. Although unlikely to play for us again I am including Terry Taylor as he is still a Charlton player. Nathan Asiimwe - Season long loan to Wimbledon…
Mascots
Just saw the ref at the Chelsea v Arsenal game had a mascot with him. What on earth could a child have done to be so humiliated?
Celtic Champions Already??
After just 1 game Paddy Power have paid out Celtic to be champions https://twitter.com/paddypower/status/1026475437365624832?s=19

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