Charlton – Bristol City

Charlton host Bristol City in what promises to be a tightly contested clash in the lower half of the table. The home side sit seventh with 12 points from seven games, having recorded three wins, three draws and a single defeat while edging their opponents by a single goal, 6‑5. Bristol City sit just four places below, on ten points after three victories, one draw and two losses, and a narrow -1 goal difference (10‑11). Both teams will be eager to improve their positions, as Charlton look to extend their unbeaten run and City aim to close the gap on the mid‑table. The recent head‑to‑head record is balanced, with each side having taken a point from the other in their last meeting, suggesting another close‑fought encounter.