Charlton head coach Michael Appleton felt referee Thomas Kirk had “a shocker” for Cambridge’s dramatic late equaliser at The Valley.The Addicks looked to be coasting towards maximum points as they led 2-0 going into the closing stages after second-half goals from Alfie May and Chem Campbell.Gassan Ahadme sparked hopes of a comeback when he headed home George Thomas’ corne...Full Story »

At 30 years of age, Varane has only started one of United's last 11 matches, with Erik ten Hag preferring Jonny Evans, Victor Lindelof, and Luke Shaw as partners for Harry Maguire at centre-back. Despite speculation about his future, Raphael Varane has reportedly shown no inclination to leave during the winter transfer window. His ambition of playing for Manchester United is being fulfilled, ...Full Story »

Gillingham boss Stephen Clemence hailed his side’s high standards after they cruised into the third round of the FA Cup with a 2-0 win over League One Charlton.The Priestfield Stadium came alive in the 26th minute when former Charlton man Macauley Bonne, who made a move to the Gills in the summer, netted against his former club.Timothee Dieng caught the Addicks defence sleeping again and d...Full Story »

Gillingham beat League One side Charlton 2-0 to progress to the third round of the FA Cup.Former Addicks striker Macauley Bonne opened the scoring on 26 minutes before Timothee Dieng netted a second four minutes later.Jonny Williams’ ball forward was taken down by Jayden Clarke and he was met by the onrushing Ashley Maynard-Brewer, but picked out Bonne on the edge of the box who swept home...Full Story »

Proud Carlisle boss Paul Simpson paid tribute to his side’s battling qualities as they came from behind in front of the club’s new owners to secure a welcome point in a 1-1 draw with Charlton.Corey Blackett-Taylor put the Addicks on course for an excellent away win with a clinical 54th-minute opener.But defender Sam Lavelle hauled the hosts level eight minutes later with his first go...Full Story »

Carlisle’s new owners watched on as their team drew 1-1 at home against Charlton.Castle Sports Group representatives were able to celebrate as Sam Lavelle hauled the hosts level eight minutes after Corey Blackett-Taylor fired the Addicks ahead.Jordan Gibson went close for Carlisle early on when his shot was smartly saved by Ashley Maynard-Brewer.The Addicks replied with Scott Fraser forcin...Full Story »

Jose Mourinho has suggested he is more likely to move to Saudi Arabia than return to coach Real Madrid any time soon. WHAT HAPPENED?Mourinho's contract at Roma will come to an end at the end of the season and he was reported to have rejected a lucrative offer to move to the Saudi Pro League during the summer. The prospect of returning to Spain to succeed Carlo Ancelotti at Madrid has been rai...Full Story »

England’s final home match of the year will be remembered for the pre-match tributes to Sir Bobby Charlton rather than the football that followed as Gareth Southgate’s side limped to a 2-0 win against Malta.Friday’s European Championship qualifier at Wembley saw the senior men’s team play their first match since the incredible 1966 World Cup winner died at the age of 86 l...Full Story »

Cray Valley’s FA Cup adventure was finally ended following a 6-1 first-round replay defeat by League One Charlton at the Artic Stadium.Having come from behind to force a replay in a 1-1 draw at the Valley 11 days earlier, the Isthmian League South East Division side were dreaming again late in the first half when Kyrell Lisbie cancelled out an Alfie May goal with a 44th-minute penalty.That...Full Story »

Conor McGrandles scored a stoppage-time equaliser to earn Charlton a 2-2 draw at League One leaders Portsmouth in a pulsating game at Fratton Park.Abu Kamara put Pompey ahead at the break and, after Alfie May levelled in the 71st minute, Colby Bishop quickly restored the lead from the spot.But McGrandles struck in the third minute of added time to earn the Addicks a point.Pompey’s early bo...Full Story »

When it seemed as though the Red Devils were going to release a statement to test the waters amongst the fan base regarding the 22-year-old's return, the leak seemed to be met with unbelievable fury across all forms of social media. That's undoubtedly why the attacker ended up being loaned to La Liga side, Getafe, where he's currently plying his trade. Even though he's out of sight, he doesn...Full Story »

MANCHESTER UNITED are keen on signing Jean-Clair Todibo, according to reports. The 23-year-old could be available for around £44million. Jean-Clair Todibo is wanted by Man Utd Credit: Getty Sir Jim Ratcliffe could be key to the deal Credit: PA Sir Jim Ratcliffe is set to purchase 25 per cent of Man Utd from the Glazers and the British billionaire could be vital in the move for Todibo. ...Full Story »

A second-half own goal from Lucas Ness earned spirited part-timers Cray Valley a 1-1 draw at Charlton in an absorbing FA Cup first-round tie.The Addicks opened the scoring in the ninth minute. Slobodan Tedic left Karoy Anderson’s pass and it allowed Scott Fraser to slot home after rounding Cray Valley goalkeeper Sam Freeman.The hosts had more first-half chances but Tedic saw a right-footed...Full Story »

Charlton boss Michael Appleton admitted the 3-2 victory at Wigan – his side’s first away win of the Sky Bet League One season – was ‘job done’.All the damage was done in the first half at the DW Stadium, with two goals from Alfie May and one from Corey Blackett-Taylor.After substitute Tyreece Campbell came within a lick of paint of making it four shortly after the r...Full Story »

Charlton Athletic recorded their first Sky Bet League One away victory of the season at Wigan – but only after a five-goal thriller at the DW Stadium.The visitors enjoyed an early let-off when Callum Lang hit the bar with a free-kick to open up a three-goal lead by half-time.Alfie May opened the scoring in the 21st minute at the second attempt after Sam Tickle had clawed away his...Full Story »

New boss Mike Williamson hailed the “desire and togetherness” of his MK Dons side after they made it back-to-back wins with a 3-2 League Two success at home to Swindon.Williamson’s first game in charge ended in defeat at Accrington last weekend but consecutive home victories have followed under the former Gateshead manager.Max Dean, Warren O’Hora and George McEachran&rsqu...Full Story »

Charlton Athletic starlet Miles Leaburn could be heading to the Premier League in the near future. The youngster, who is impressing Chelsea and Brentford, is the son of former player Carl Leaburn. While the senior Leaburn played 300 games for Charlton, his son may not hang around for very long. Given Miles is 6ft 6in, his stature is one that many clubs are already admiring greatly. Scoring...Full Story »

Kieran McKenna called any comparison between his Ipswich team and Sir Alf Ramsey’s “premature” after their 1-0 win at Bristol City.The young manager saw Nathan Broadhead’s low 16th-minute shot secure a 10th Championship win from 12 games, improving on the club’s previous best start to a season in the second tier under Ramsey in 1960-61.Both sides hit a post in a thr...Full Story »

Former Lincoln boss Michael Appleton conceded his Charlton side were second best as his return to Sincil Bank ended with his first defeat in eight games in charge of the Addicks, as the Imps won 3-1.And it was a player who was effectively snubbed by Appleton during his Imps tenure who did most to spoil his night, Hakeeb Adelakun scoring twice with Sean Roughan also on target as City fought back ...Full Story »

GRAHAM POTTER is waiting on Napoli to make an official move — but keeping an ear out for Manchester United to call. The Serie A champs want to speak to Potter about becoming their new boss, with Antonio Conte also in the running. Potter is still well regarded by the Italians for his work at Brighton despite a nightmare spell at Chelsea. Napoli won the title under current Italy boss Lu...Full Story »