Charlton vs. Derby County: Match Preview
Charlton Athletic faces Derby County on Tuesday at The Valley in the Sky Bet Championship. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:45 PM GMT. Following a recent victory, Charlton aims for consecutive league wins after defeating Sheffield United 1-0.
Team News
Charlton welcomes back Matty Godden, who returned last weekend. Unfortunately, Harvey Knibbs suffered an ankle injury during the match. The team will still be missing Amari’i Bell, Josh Edwards, and Onel Hernández due to hamstring and ankle injuries.
Derby County has its own injury challenges. Max Johnston, Dion Sanderson, and Carlton Morris are all expected to miss the match. Danny Batth withdrew from the starting lineup ahead of their previous game.
The Opposition
Derby County currently occupies the 12th spot in the Sky Bet Championship, with 38 points from 27 games. Under the management of John Eustace, the Rams recently secured a 1-0 victory over Preston North End.
Head-to-Head Record
The historical rivalry between Charlton and Derby includes 92 matches. Charlton has won 32, while Derby has secured 39 victories. The two teams have drawn 21 times. Earlier this season, they played to a 1-1 draw at Pride Park, featuring a standout goal from James Bree.
Match Officials
James Linington will officiate the match, supported by assistants Alex James and Ian Cooper. Oliver Mackey will serve as the Fourth Official.
Other Information
- Road closures will be in effect around the stadium starting at 7 PM:
- Floyd Road
- Harvey Gardens
- Valley Grove
- The Fan Zone, Bartram’s, and Fans’ Bar open at 5 PM.
- Fans’ Bar and Bartram’s will stay open after the match, but the Fan Zone will close.
For those unable to attend, action can be followed on CharltonTV. Supporters can also purchase Valley Gold Jackpot tickets online, with proceeds benefiting the club’s academy. Tickets are available with the potential for cash prizes of up to £2,000.
If you’re visiting The Valley for the first time, ensure to check the club’s Visitors’ Guide for essential information.
