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POST-MATCH THREAD: Charlton Athletic v Birmingham: Saturday 7th March 2026: KO 15:00
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Rodwell is de facto director of football...fenaddick said:
I don’t like owners/directors/executives in and around dressing rooms. I’m sure in this case it’s innocent as NJ wouldn’t stand for anything else but it stinks of meddling/spying for the boardMajor said:
Is there some injunction against him? Why shouldn't he be there congratulating players. What are you on about?fenaddick said:Dykes clearly loved that but what on earth is Rodwell doing that near the dressing room
https://x.com/cafcofficial/status/2030330288664912057?s=46&t=MojDVxh_AjG5taAWPQn6Tw
He makes a fuss of a player who is out of contract in a few months, who, probably 90% of the fan base would like to re-sign...
You call it "meddling"... I call it "doing his job"...19 -
Shades of Alfie May...Alwaysneil said:Be funny if he was wearing leather soled shoes jumped up, punched the air then slipped on landing and fell flat on his face though.1 -
SteveACS said:
Rodwell is de facto director of football...fenaddick said:
I don’t like owners/directors/executives in and around dressing rooms. I’m sure in this case it’s innocent as NJ wouldn’t stand for anything else but it stinks of meddling/spying for the boardMajor said:
Is there some injunction against him? Why shouldn't he be there congratulating players. What are you on about?fenaddick said:Dykes clearly loved that but what on earth is Rodwell doing that near the dressing room
https://x.com/cafcofficial/status/2030330288664912057?s=46&t=MojDVxh_AjG5taAWPQn6Tw
He makes a fuss of a player who is out of contract in a few months, who, probably 90% of the fan base would like to re-sign...
You call it "meddling"... I call it "doing his job"...
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Like I’ve said, I have no problem with him doing that. I have a problem with him doing it in the tunnel.SteveACS said:
Rodwell is de facto director of football...fenaddick said:
I don’t like owners/directors/executives in and around dressing rooms. I’m sure in this case it’s innocent as NJ wouldn’t stand for anything else but it stinks of meddling/spying for the boardMajor said:
Is there some injunction against him? Why shouldn't he be there congratulating players. What are you on about?fenaddick said:Dykes clearly loved that but what on earth is Rodwell doing that near the dressing room
https://x.com/cafcofficial/status/2030330288664912057?s=46&t=MojDVxh_AjG5taAWPQn6Tw
He makes a fuss of a player who is out of contract in a few months, who, probably 90% of the fan base would like to re-sign...
You call it "meddling"... I call it "doing his job"...
I’d also hope it’s pretty obvious that isn’t what I meant by meddling3 -
To be fair to ask why he's there is fair enough but to insinuate that he's spying was a bit strange.fenaddick said:
Like I’ve said, I have no problem with him doing that. I have a problem with him doing it in the tunnel.SteveACS said:
Rodwell is de facto director of football...fenaddick said:
I don’t like owners/directors/executives in and around dressing rooms. I’m sure in this case it’s innocent as NJ wouldn’t stand for anything else but it stinks of meddling/spying for the boardMajor said:
Is there some injunction against him? Why shouldn't he be there congratulating players. What are you on about?fenaddick said:Dykes clearly loved that but what on earth is Rodwell doing that near the dressing room
https://x.com/cafcofficial/status/2030330288664912057?s=46&t=MojDVxh_AjG5taAWPQn6Tw
He makes a fuss of a player who is out of contract in a few months, who, probably 90% of the fan base would like to re-sign...
You call it "meddling"... I call it "doing his job"...
I’d also hope it’s pretty obvious that isn’t what I meant by meddling2 -
“I’m sure in this case it’s innocent”. It’s just a bug bear of mine, across football we see more of it and I don’t like that it’s becoming normalised but I’m aware that might not be a common feelingsouthamptonaddick said:
To be fair to ask why he's there is fair enough but to insinuate that he's spying was a bit strange.fenaddick said:
Like I’ve said, I have no problem with him doing that. I have a problem with him doing it in the tunnel.SteveACS said:
Rodwell is de facto director of football...fenaddick said:
I don’t like owners/directors/executives in and around dressing rooms. I’m sure in this case it’s innocent as NJ wouldn’t stand for anything else but it stinks of meddling/spying for the boardMajor said:
Is there some injunction against him? Why shouldn't he be there congratulating players. What are you on about?fenaddick said:Dykes clearly loved that but what on earth is Rodwell doing that near the dressing room
https://x.com/cafcofficial/status/2030330288664912057?s=46&t=MojDVxh_AjG5taAWPQn6Tw
He makes a fuss of a player who is out of contract in a few months, who, probably 90% of the fan base would like to re-sign...
You call it "meddling"... I call it "doing his job"...
I’d also hope it’s pretty obvious that isn’t what I meant by meddling4 -
Anyway…. Back to the game and context of the season. Over 3/4 way through the season and only 2 teams have ‘doubled’ us. Wrexham and bloody Portsmouth (of all the teams). I think this shows we have held our own.Of the remaining teams, only boro, Norwich and Preston can double us this season.6
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Looks like after the flick on from Dykes the ball hits JRC on the back before it drops to Kelman. I wonder if officially that’s going to go down as an assist for JRC1
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On you tube you can find the post match Nathan Jones interview with Charlotte Richardson.
I think it was a very good interview, especially when Nathan makes his case (maybe his hope) about what is to come.
Inch by inch I believe the team and style of play has been progressing from an extremely agricultural style to a slightly more artistic style this season.
The direction of travel has been signalled, and in the interview Nathan has been prepared to expand on that.
It is funny how much our manager and play is disparaged by others, richer others in terms of their clubs, but the distance travelled so far at Charlton is a credit to Jones and his team of coaches and players.26 -
I thought it was winner of the toss chooses ends and then loser kicks off? Still the same result with Birmingham choosing to swap ends. I’m surprised more teams don’t do it because our record attacking the covered end second half has been very good for the last couple of yearsBen18 said:follett said:Not that it matters but apparently it was us that won the toss and chose to kick towards the covered end first half
Under the current laws, whichever captain wins the toss can choose which end to attack, or if they wish to take the kick-off. If they choose to take the kick-off, then the loser of the toss would choose which end to attack.
We took the kick off in the first half, which means Birmingham won the toss, and had the choice of which end to attack. I can't imagine we'd win the toss and be desperate to take the first half kick off.0 -
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This was my assumption too. Especially as they’d only just done it. Perfect response in my opinion.ElliotCAFC said:
He cupped his ears because Brum fans do that cringe shouting of “WHO?” every time a player is substituted.soapboxsam said:Siv_in_Norfolk said:Couple of little extras
1) Lloyd Jones did really well not to react/follow up on that striker that left one in on him and floored him. If he'd been booked it would have been a suspension. Its "just" being a pro, I guess....but still.
2) Kelman cupping his ears at Brum. His dad is from Birmingham, right? Maybe a Villa fan?
COYR!
Nathan Jones 100% support
Charlie was born in Basildon, Essex and his mum is English.
Kelman only went to Texas for his dad's work from 4-10 and again at 14 when he played youth football for a year in Dallas before coming back to play in the Southend academy.
Kelman senior became an American citizen, hence why Charlie qualifies to play for the US of A.
If Charlie's dad is a Brummie ? that would explain why he wanted to escape!4 -
Spying?fenaddick said:
I don’t like owners/directors/executives in and around dressing rooms. I’m sure in this case it’s innocent as NJ wouldn’t stand for anything else but it stinks of meddling/spying for the boardMajor said:
Is there some injunction against him? Why shouldn't he be there congratulating players. What are you on about?fenaddick said:Dykes clearly loved that but what on earth is Rodwell doing that near the dressing room
https://x.com/cafcofficial/status/2030330288664912057?s=46&t=MojDVxh_AjG5taAWPQn6TwAre you drunk?5 -
So you don’t think he’s spying for the board then?fenaddick said:
Like I’ve said, I have no problem with him doing that. I have a problem with him doing it in the tunnel.SteveACS said:
Rodwell is de facto director of football...fenaddick said:
I don’t like owners/directors/executives in and around dressing rooms. I’m sure in this case it’s innocent as NJ wouldn’t stand for anything else but it stinks of meddling/spying for the boardMajor said:
Is there some injunction against him? Why shouldn't he be there congratulating players. What are you on about?fenaddick said:Dykes clearly loved that but what on earth is Rodwell doing that near the dressing room
https://x.com/cafcofficial/status/2030330288664912057?s=46&t=MojDVxh_AjG5taAWPQn6Tw
He makes a fuss of a player who is out of contract in a few months, who, probably 90% of the fan base would like to re-sign...
You call it "meddling"... I call it "doing his job"...
I’d also hope it’s pretty obvious that isn’t what I meant by meddling0 -
All covered already if you read to the end of the thread, or even read the first post you quoted properlyTheHerminator said:
So you don’t think he’s spying for the board then?fenaddick said:
Like I’ve said, I have no problem with him doing that. I have a problem with him doing it in the tunnel.SteveACS said:
Rodwell is de facto director of football...fenaddick said:
I don’t like owners/directors/executives in and around dressing rooms. I’m sure in this case it’s innocent as NJ wouldn’t stand for anything else but it stinks of meddling/spying for the boardMajor said:
Is there some injunction against him? Why shouldn't he be there congratulating players. What are you on about?fenaddick said:Dykes clearly loved that but what on earth is Rodwell doing that near the dressing room
https://x.com/cafcofficial/status/2030330288664912057?s=46&t=MojDVxh_AjG5taAWPQn6Tw
He makes a fuss of a player who is out of contract in a few months, who, probably 90% of the fan base would like to re-sign...
You call it "meddling"... I call it "doing his job"...
I’d also hope it’s pretty obvious that isn’t what I meant by meddling1 -
A pleasure to meet you on the train Damo and see you again Twizzle! Particularly after an important win. And I agree; this forum has given a lot of people joyDamoNorthStand said:
Great to meet you both as well.Twizzle said:Just got home to Bristol after a great day out at the Valley. Good performance and an important win.
Thought all the players did their bit today, with no stupid mistakes. We made Brum look bang average.
As others have said Jones was immense, especially as he was flattened by a forearm smash early on.
Don't go very often these days as I live in Bristol and I'm getting on.
In fact this season I've been to just 3 games - Swansea, Oxford and Brum. What do these games have in common?
Charlie Kelman scored.
Bumped into @PaddyP17 before and after the game, then @DamoNorthStand introduced himself on the train back to London Bridge when we were talking about @oohaahmortimer 98% safety stat.
Great to meet you guys.
I have often thought we should do a Charlton Life end of season social. Be good to put faces to names. This forum is so central to so many people’s lives1 -
TheHerminator said:
So you don’t think he’s spying for the board then?fenaddick said:
Like I’ve said, I have no problem with him doing that. I have a problem with him doing it in the tunnel.SteveACS said:
Rodwell is de facto director of football...fenaddick said:
I don’t like owners/directors/executives in and around dressing rooms. I’m sure in this case it’s innocent as NJ wouldn’t stand for anything else but it stinks of meddling/spying for the boardMajor said:
Is there some injunction against him? Why shouldn't he be there congratulating players. What are you on about?fenaddick said:Dykes clearly loved that but what on earth is Rodwell doing that near the dressing room
https://x.com/cafcofficial/status/2030330288664912057?s=46&t=MojDVxh_AjG5taAWPQn6Tw
He makes a fuss of a player who is out of contract in a few months, who, probably 90% of the fan base would like to re-sign...
You call it "meddling"... I call it "doing his job"...
I’d also hope it’s pretty obvious that isn’t what I meant by meddlingTo be fair to Fen, he's not usually one for making outlandish / reactionary comments for the sake of itI've got a feeling he's simply forgotten to switch to one of his other 22-accounts to do that9 -
Going back to the performance, I thought yesterday showed the best of our style. We didn’t play around too much and not create enough chances but we also didn’t just pump it long for the sake of it. The last few weeks have shown an upturn in the style of our play and hopefully that’s something that keeps progressing11
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Assuming we’re in The Championship next season then we simply must progress on the pitch. I fully accept that this season was all about staying up and not much else but mistakes were made in our summer transfer dealings and I’m hoping lessons were learned. More of the same football next season will imho see us again in a relegation scrap. Midfield is too pedestrian and lacks any creativity. The attack for me is an interesting question. Are they goal shy because we don’t have the quality or because the style of football makes it tough for the strikers. I’ve heard both sides of that argument and my jury is still out. In any case I would hope that a striker of quality is on our shopping list for the summer along with upgrades right across the midfield. Central defence is fine but aging and somewhat injury prone. Sichenje is I believe a replacement for Ramsay and Edward’s will be back but Gilesphey needs to be replaced and I’m not convinced Burke will play that many.jose said:On you tube you can find the post match Nathan Jones interview with Charlotte Richardson.
I think it was a very good interview, especially when Nathan makes his case (maybe his hope) about what is to come.
Inch by inch I believe the team and style of play has been progressing from an extremely agricultural style to a slightly more artistic style this season.
The direction of travel has been signalled, and in the interview Nathan has been prepared to expand on that.
It is funny how much our manager and play is disparaged by others, richer others in terms of their clubs, but the distance travelled so far at Charlton is a credit to Jones and his team of coaches and players.4 -
Hoping next season for a defense made up of Bree, Clarke, Ramsey, Sichenje, Lloyd, Bell, Edwards + 3 additions. Move on a Burke and Gillesphey.
No idea whether any of Gough, Mitchell, Laquetabua etc are up to stand in roles.2 -
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you'd hope we're in the box seat with a so far successful loan and can't see any relegated prem clubs being in for him so in theory, he should really be somewhere towards attainable for us if we have intention to try and establish in the middle of the leagueBalladMan said:
His contract expires in the summer so it’s not up to Ipswich the decide. Obv he might get better offers elsewhere that we don’t / can’t match.ShootersHillGuru said:
He’s just the sort of signing we should be making for next season. Much will rely on where Ipswich find themselves next season I think. It could be that they are prepared to loan him out again if no acceptable bids come in.Lincsaddick said:Super start to March, so let's march on up the table .. great to see Kelman scoring, I had lost all faith in him
Mostly, thank the Lord for Jones, Ramsay and Bell, one of the best defence trios in the division
Lastly, I don't hold out too much hope that we can sign Harry Clarke on a permanent deal in the summer. He is one of the best loanees we have ever had and if he costs a lot and wants to join us, please splash the cash1 -
I thought Ipswich had the option to extend Clarke's contract by a further year, despite it ending this summerpaulsturgess said:
you'd hope we're in the box seat with a so far successful loan and can't see any relegated prem clubs being in for him so in theory, he should really be somewhere towards attainable for us if we have intention to try and establish in the middle of the leagueBalladMan said:
His contract expires in the summer so it’s not up to Ipswich the decide. Obv he might get better offers elsewhere that we don’t / can’t match.ShootersHillGuru said:
He’s just the sort of signing we should be making for next season. Much will rely on where Ipswich find themselves next season I think. It could be that they are prepared to loan him out again if no acceptable bids come in.Lincsaddick said:Super start to March, so let's march on up the table .. great to see Kelman scoring, I had lost all faith in him
Mostly, thank the Lord for Jones, Ramsay and Bell, one of the best defence trios in the division
Lastly, I don't hold out too much hope that we can sign Harry Clarke on a permanent deal in the summer. He is one of the best loanees we have ever had and if he costs a lot and wants to join us, please splash the cash0 -
I listened and you’re right. I’ve said before that I admire his work effort and his commitment to the club. For now, staying up is all that counts. I look forward to seeing the phase three of our development that he promises in that interview, but I’m not holding my breath.LargeAddick said:
Anyone who doubts NJ and what we are trying to achieve under him needs to listen to that interview. I wouldn't want anyone else as our Manager. Love him.ForeverAddickted said:Nathan Jones: https://x.com/CAFCofficial/status/20303505832242299062 -
fair enough I was excluding ipswich from thatForeverAddickted said:
I thought Ipswich had the option to extend Clarke's contract by a further year, despite it ending this summerpaulsturgess said:
you'd hope we're in the box seat with a so far successful loan and can't see any relegated prem clubs being in for him so in theory, he should really be somewhere towards attainable for us if we have intention to try and establish in the middle of the leagueBalladMan said:
His contract expires in the summer so it’s not up to Ipswich the decide. Obv he might get better offers elsewhere that we don’t / can’t match.ShootersHillGuru said:
He’s just the sort of signing we should be making for next season. Much will rely on where Ipswich find themselves next season I think. It could be that they are prepared to loan him out again if no acceptable bids come in.Lincsaddick said:Super start to March, so let's march on up the table .. great to see Kelman scoring, I had lost all faith in him
Mostly, thank the Lord for Jones, Ramsay and Bell, one of the best defence trios in the division
Lastly, I don't hold out too much hope that we can sign Harry Clarke on a permanent deal in the summer. He is one of the best loanees we have ever had and if he costs a lot and wants to join us, please splash the cash0 -
They do. And they are likely to take it up to ensure they get a fee if they decide to move him on.ForeverAddickted said:
I thought Ipswich had the option to extend Clarke's contract by a further year, despite it ending this summerpaulsturgess said:
you'd hope we're in the box seat with a so far successful loan and can't see any relegated prem clubs being in for him so in theory, he should really be somewhere towards attainable for us if we have intention to try and establish in the middle of the leagueBalladMan said:
His contract expires in the summer so it’s not up to Ipswich the decide. Obv he might get better offers elsewhere that we don’t / can’t match.ShootersHillGuru said:
He’s just the sort of signing we should be making for next season. Much will rely on where Ipswich find themselves next season I think. It could be that they are prepared to loan him out again if no acceptable bids come in.Lincsaddick said:Super start to March, so let's march on up the table .. great to see Kelman scoring, I had lost all faith in him
Mostly, thank the Lord for Jones, Ramsay and Bell, one of the best defence trios in the division
Lastly, I don't hold out too much hope that we can sign Harry Clarke on a permanent deal in the summer. He is one of the best loanees we have ever had and if he costs a lot and wants to join us, please splash the cash1 -
Must be a decent chance his salary goes up if Ipswich are promoted (and extend his contract) which could make it harder for us to get him.LargeAddick said:
They do. And they are likely to take it up to ensure they get a fee if they decide to move him on.ForeverAddickted said:
I thought Ipswich had the option to extend Clarke's contract by a further year, despite it ending this summerpaulsturgess said:
you'd hope we're in the box seat with a so far successful loan and can't see any relegated prem clubs being in for him so in theory, he should really be somewhere towards attainable for us if we have intention to try and establish in the middle of the leagueBalladMan said:
His contract expires in the summer so it’s not up to Ipswich the decide. Obv he might get better offers elsewhere that we don’t / can’t match.ShootersHillGuru said:
He’s just the sort of signing we should be making for next season. Much will rely on where Ipswich find themselves next season I think. It could be that they are prepared to loan him out again if no acceptable bids come in.Lincsaddick said:Super start to March, so let's march on up the table .. great to see Kelman scoring, I had lost all faith in him
Mostly, thank the Lord for Jones, Ramsay and Bell, one of the best defence trios in the division
Lastly, I don't hold out too much hope that we can sign Harry Clarke on a permanent deal in the summer. He is one of the best loanees we have ever had and if he costs a lot and wants to join us, please splash the cash2 -
Are you the guy that went with his brother yesterday who we chatted with Crissy, Colin and myself at half time. Me having beard but now shaved off today?Twizzle said:Just got home to Bristol after a great day out at the Valley. Good performance and an important win.
Thought all the players did their bit today, with no stupid mistakes. We made Brum look bang average.
As others have said Jones was immense, especially as he was flattened by a forearm smash early on.
Don't go very often these days as I live in Bristol and I'm getting on.
In fact this season I've been to just 3 games - Swansea, Oxford and Brum. What do these games have in common?
Charlie Kelman scored.
Bumped into @PaddyP17 before and after the game, then @DamoNorthStand introduced himself on the train back to London Bridge when we were talking about @oohaahmortimer 98% safety stat.
Great to meet you guys.0 -
The Rodwell spying story has just been on Sky News.
Warrant issued for his arrest.14 -
Are you man with beard?Rudders22 said:
Are you the guy that went with his brother yesterday who we chatted with Crissy, Colin and myself at half time. Me having beard but now shaved off today?Twizzle said:Just got home to Bristol after a great day out at the Valley. Good performance and an important win.
Thought all the players did their bit today, with no stupid mistakes. We made Brum look bang average.
As others have said Jones was immense, especially as he was flattened by a forearm smash early on.
Don't go very often these days as I live in Bristol and I'm getting on.
In fact this season I've been to just 3 games - Swansea, Oxford and Brum. What do these games have in common?
Charlie Kelman scored.
Bumped into @PaddyP17 before and after the game, then @DamoNorthStand introduced himself on the train back to London Bridge when we were talking about @oohaahmortimer 98% safety stat.
Great to meet you guys.1 -
They certainly will but I doubt there will be a very long queue of clubs and if he’s not in their plans and doesn’t attract a fee acceptable to Ipswich he could well be available for loan again. It’s a tricky balancing act for Ipswich but I’m guessing that even if we are in for him it’ll go to the wire of the window.LargeAddick said:
They do. And they are likely to take it up to ensure they get a fee if they decide to move him on.ForeverAddickted said:
I thought Ipswich had the option to extend Clarke's contract by a further year, despite it ending this summerpaulsturgess said:
you'd hope we're in the box seat with a so far successful loan and can't see any relegated prem clubs being in for him so in theory, he should really be somewhere towards attainable for us if we have intention to try and establish in the middle of the leagueBalladMan said:
His contract expires in the summer so it’s not up to Ipswich the decide. Obv he might get better offers elsewhere that we don’t / can’t match.ShootersHillGuru said:
He’s just the sort of signing we should be making for next season. Much will rely on where Ipswich find themselves next season I think. It could be that they are prepared to loan him out again if no acceptable bids come in.Lincsaddick said:Super start to March, so let's march on up the table .. great to see Kelman scoring, I had lost all faith in him
Mostly, thank the Lord for Jones, Ramsay and Bell, one of the best defence trios in the division
Lastly, I don't hold out too much hope that we can sign Harry Clarke on a permanent deal in the summer. He is one of the best loanees we have ever had and if he costs a lot and wants to join us, please splash the cash1
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