Charlton – Birmingham

Charlton host Birmingham in a clash that could see the home side tighten their grip on the top‑seven. Sitting seventh with 12 points from three wins, three draws and a single loss, Charlton have a modest +‑1 goal difference (six scored, seven conceded) and will be looking to extend their unbeaten run. Birmingham sit two places below in ninth, having gathered 10 points from two victories, four draws and one defeat, and boast a slightly better attack, netting ten while conceding nine. The two teams have already exchanged points this season, making the encounter a tight affair that may decide which side pushes for a playoff spot. A win for Charlton would lift them to 15 points and potentially secure a top‑six finish, while Birmingham will need all three points to keep pace with the leaders.