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Charlton Edges Past Northampton in Thrilling Valley Encounter
Charlton Athletic secured a victory over Northampton Town at The Valley in London, in a League One matchday 43 clash. The game, officiated by O. Yates, ended 2-1 in favor of the home side.
L. Berry gave Charlton an early lead in the 9th minute. Northampton responded with a penalty converted by D. Costelloe in the 15th minute, leveling the score. The second half was more eventful, with several yellow cards shown to both teams, and a decisive goal by M. Godden for Charlton in the 71st minute securing the win.
Charlton dominated possession (51%) and created more chances (11 shots, 4 on target), while Northampton, despite having less possession (49%), also threatened with 8 shots, 2 on target. The difference in clear-cut chances proved decisive. The match was characterized by tension, with a total of 18 fouls and 4 yellow cards for Charlton and 1 for Northampton.
Substitutions northampton: at minute 46 M. Dyche came in and L. Mbete went out., at minute 70 T. Magloire came in and A. Odimayo went out., at minute 70 W. Hondermarck came in and T. Fosu went out., at minute 83 J. Wilson came in and T. Roberts went out.
Substitutions charlton: at minute 54 C. Aneke came in and T. McIntyre went out., at minute 69 A. Gilbert came in and G. Docherty went out., at minute 88 M. Mbick came in and M. Godden went out., at minute 88 K. Anderson came in and L. Berry went out., at minute 89 T. Watson came in and T. Campbell went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Charlton
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