Charlton Athletic is set to face Portsmouth in an exciting match at Fratton Park on Monday night. The kickoff is scheduled for 7:45 PM GMT. The Addicks will seek redemption after suffering a 1-0 loss to Norwich City on Boxing Day.
Team News
Charlton has made some changes to their lineup. Amari’i Bell and Reece Burke are back in the squad. However, Josh Edwards (ankle), Onel Hernández (hamstring), and Matty Godden (knee) will not participate. Additionally, Kayne Ramsay (calf) missed the last match following an injury against Oxford United.
For Portsmouth, a few players may return. Conor Shaughnessy (hamstring) is hopeful to play, but Josh Knight (back), Connor Oglivie (knee), Jacob Farrell (groin), Florian Bianchini (knee), Thomas Waddingham (hip), and Josh Murphy (hamstring) are expected to be out.
Match Preview: Portsmouth vs Charlton
Portsmouth currently occupies the 22nd position in the Sky Bet Championship, having accumulated 22 points from 22 matches. John Mousinho’s squad most recently drew 1-1 with Queens Park Rangers at Fratton Park on Boxing Day.
Head-to-Head Record
- Charlton and Portsmouth have faced each other 114 times.
- Charlton has won 40 of these encounters.
- Portsmouth has achieved victory 44 times.
- The remaining 30 matches ended in a draw.
The two teams last met in February 2024, finishing in a goalless draw at The Valley.
Match Details and Coverage
Charlton will don their charcoal third kit during the match. Paul Tierney will officiate the game, assisted by Johnathon Bickerdike and David Harrison, with Sam Allison serving as the Fourth Official.
A full away end is anticipated as Charlton supporters travel to Fratton Park. Fans outside the UK and Ireland can catch the live action on CharltonTV, while commentary will be available for those within the UK and Ireland, featuring Terry Smith, Greg Stubley, and former player Steve Brown.
