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MATCH PREVIEW: Cambridge United vs Charlton Athletic | Saturday 12th April 2025 - 3pm Kick-Off

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Cambridge United vs Charlton Athletic
Saturday 12th April 2025 - 3pm Kick-Off
Referee: James Durkin

Introduction
Charlton head out to Cambridgeshire this coming weekend for a crunch fixture with importance being played out at both ends of the table. Charlton's chances of finishing second in the table, took a big hit last Saturday, following a 2-2 draw with Lincoln, and focus now perhaps turns to ensuring that we can finish either 3rd or 4th, and so ensuring home advantage in the second leg of the Play-Offs... Our opponents wont make life at all easy this coming Saturday, as they look to their own issues, with the season set to reach its climax!!

The Opposition
Name: Cambridge United (23rd) - Manager: Neil Harris
Ground: Abbey Stadium
Previous Result: Shrewsbury 0-1 Cambridge United

Awaiting our visit in Cambridgeshire, are Cambridge United, a side who themselves will be desperate for three points what with their League One future hanging by the thinnest of threads - Defeat against the Addicks tomorrow won't relegated Cambridge, however they'll equally be praying results to go their way regardless of their outcome against us. Best case scenario (meaning a Cambridge win) is they'll be five points behind Bristol Rovers come 5pm with four games left to play, worst case scenario (and ideal for us) is they'll end up ten points from safety... With just twelve points left, that really would be a disaster for the opposition.

So you can see why it really is a crunch fixture for both teams, however there is the slightest amount of hope around the Abbey Stadium at present... They're undefeated in the last four matches, with one win (coming last week against Shrewsbury), and three draws (Barnsley, Northampton, Wrexham), meaning that Cambridge arent returning to League Two without a fight.

Its also worth mentioning their Manager; Neil Harris who'll be familiar to Charlton fans, given his reputation as a Striker for our rivals - As a Manager he's been a thorn in our side, after all in the eight games we've faced a side managed by Harris, we've come away victors on two occasions, with four of those matches ended in a draw... In terms of match up, and Cambridge have only managed the one draw against the Addicks at the Abbey Stadium across the last three seasons, that came last season (courtesy of a Macauley Bonne goal), the other two ended in favour of the visitors, so lets hope for a repeat of that outcome once more!!

Charlton Team News
There have been notable absences in recent weeks, with Lloyd Jones and Tyreece Campbell both missing last week due to minor injuries. Nathan Jones confirmed that both are closer to a return to First Team action compared to a week ago, so lets hope that'll be the case once more - Whilst we've been able to "cope" without either individual, there have been moments where their ability has been missed amongst the squad.

Mannion
Ramsay - Mitchell - Gillesphey
Small - Coventry - Docherty - Edwards
Berry
Godden - Campbell

Substitutes Bench: Bouzanis - Jones - McIntyre - Anderson - Gilbert - Aneke - Dixon
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Comments

  • RedroboRedrobo
    I would prefer Dixon on the right.
  • KettsJohnKettsJohn
    Tough fixture this one. Hopefully Jones will have them well up for it. Got a feeling we will be without TC and Lloyd again. Need a win to really cement that play off place. Hopefully will get it. 1-0 Godden again. UTA.
  • fenaddickfenaddick
    Expecting/hoping for a response to last weekends slightly drab sounding performance. It’s going to be pretty hot so our fitness levels should make a big difference 
  • Clem_SnideClem_Snide
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  • eastterrace6168eastterrace6168
    This has to be a comfortable 0-4
  • RedroboRedrobo
    paulsturgess said:
    Redrobo said:
    I would prefer Dixon on the right.
    instead of small?! 
    Whoops. Meant left instead of Campbell.
  • cliveclive
    https://www.charltonafc.com/news/match-preview-cambridge-united-v-charlton-2
  • cliveclive
    • Cambridge United have failed to win any of their last nine league games against Charlton Athletic (D4 L5) since a 1-0 victory in February 1992.
    • After failing to win any of their first seven away league games against Cambridge United (D2 L5), Charlton Athletic have since won three of their last four (D1).
    • Only Burton Albion (4) have won fewer home games in League One this season than Cambridge United (5), who are winless in their last four on home soil (D2 L2).
    • Charlton’s Nathan Jones is unbeaten across his prior seven managerial league games against Cambridge (W4 D3), with his side netting 2.3 goals on average per fixture in that time.
    https://www.efl.com/news/2025/april/10/sky-bet-league-one-pre-match-stat-pack/
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  • MuttleyCAFCMuttleyCAFC
    If Campbell doesn't start, it would suggest the club is not being open about his injury as it has been played down. Having said that, I appreciate that sometimes you may view that being open with supporters helps the preperation of opponents and ultimately, we just want our team to increase its chances of winning games.
  • satindoorssatindoors
    COYR 
  • BlucherBlucher
    Let's hope that Campbell is fit to start or, at the very least, makes the bench. Without him, we looked very pedestrian last week. Apart from Tyreece's speed and ability to beat players, the threat he offers is likely to force back Liam Bennett, Cambridge's attacking right back, who is one of their best players.

    If Tyreece is not fit, then given the paucity of options, maybe Nathan will play Ahadme for 45-50 minutes before introducing Chuks. The Gasman did well at this ground for Cambridge last year and it might inspire him to raise his game a bit or at least make a nuisance of himself, occupy defenders and make some space for Godden.

    We really need Lloyd Jones back as well, especially after last Saturday, although he's clearly been carrying a persistent injury for some time and I suspect he'll sit this one out.

    Cambridge are in the last chance saloon, so they're bound to throw everything at it. Hopefully we can get the first goal, let the air out of their tyres and drain whatever confidence they have. 

  • SolidgoneSolidgone
    Without TC and jones im hopeful for a draw. 
  • Off_itOff_it
    RonnieMoore said:
    Nothing to do with Cambridge tomorrow its all about Neil Harris and the fact we not beaten him
    as a manager.……… only change tomorrow will see Campbell return or if not Dixon starting 
    Have we not? That's not what the preview says.

    Hmm ...... who to believe???
  • Pavoren007Pavoren007
    A narrow 2-1 win. Cambridge are picking up points and will be doing all they can to take the 3 points they need. We’ll have just a bit too much for them to handle. 🤞🏻 on TC, makes such a difference. 
  • fenlandaddickfenlandaddick
    Wearing red. 0-4 COYR
  • eastterrace6168eastterrace6168
    Can’t see TC starting, maybe off the bench but have Dixon start, surely we have enough to beat Cambridge without having to rush back TC or Jones.
  • LincsaddickLincsaddick
    A win might be their last chance of staying up so they'll probably be scrappy and aggressive.
    Our need is similar, we still need every point to cement our play off spot.
    This is the type of game where Lloyd Jones will be sorely missed and we'll need the aggression of Alex Mitchell instead of McIntyre who got found out a bit last week.

    A tough, fought out draw which suits us better than Cambridge
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  • SillybillySillybilly
    “Closer than they were last week” or whatever it was that he said is Jones speak for “They’re still out” so I’m not expecting to see TC or Jones.  That being the case we need to do something to ensure effective width which is the main reason for our change in fortunes, as shown by the return to hoofball last week.  I’m not sure if Dixon is the answer to that conundrum but I’d personally like to se him get some significant game time.  We should win this but it might be a bit of a struggle. 
  • Kinsella87Kinsella87
    Cambridge great place for an away day, been to the last couple games. Always this time of year too! 

    Easy favourites for the bookies this game, and we need to prove them right. Would be a proper downer if we don’t get a win out of this. Build some momentum up for the 2 big away games coming up. 

    Need to utilise our fwd options, none of them that appealing other than Godden but better than putting a CM up front 😂

    be great if Berry can get a goal or 2 in the next few games, seems on a slight slump atm. 

    Charlton to win 3-0 - Berry, Godden and Small to score.

    COYR

  • ScohamScoham
    Sillybilly said:
    “Closer than they were last week” or whatever it was that he said is Jones speak for “They’re still out” so I’m not expecting to see TC or Jones.  That being the case we need to do something to ensure effective width which is the main reason for our change in fortunes, as shown by the return to hoofball last week.  I’m not sure if Dixon is the answer to that conundrum but I’d personally like to se him get some significant game time.  We should win this but it might be a bit of a struggle. 
    Not sure Jones would confirm they’re back and ready though, he avoids saying too much on injuries either way.
  • AndyGAndyG
    They are fighting for their lives so will be really up for it. If we can get a grip on the game early we should be fine but if they are still in it late on things could get messy. I think a 1-1 draw unless our previously missing key players are back 
  • letthegoodtimesrollletthegoodtimesroll
    Scoham said:
    Sillybilly said:
    “Closer than they were last week” or whatever it was that he said is Jones speak for “They’re still out” so I’m not expecting to see TC or Jones.  That being the case we need to do something to ensure effective width which is the main reason for our change in fortunes, as shown by the return to hoofball last week.  I’m not sure if Dixon is the answer to that conundrum but I’d personally like to se him get some significant game time.  We should win this but it might be a bit of a struggle. 
    Not sure Jones would confirm they’re back and ready though, he avoids saying too much on injuries either way.
    If they are not 100% and Nathan believes they are not 100% needed for this game, I’d leave them out for another week. Our strongest team is going to be needed for the last 3 regular season matches and those (hopefully) 3 play off games. 
  • killerandflashkillerandflash
    Scoham said:
    Sillybilly said:
    “Closer than they were last week” or whatever it was that he said is Jones speak for “They’re still out” so I’m not expecting to see TC or Jones.  That being the case we need to do something to ensure effective width which is the main reason for our change in fortunes, as shown by the return to hoofball last week.  I’m not sure if Dixon is the answer to that conundrum but I’d personally like to se him get some significant game time.  We should win this but it might be a bit of a struggle. 
    Not sure Jones would confirm they’re back and ready though, he avoids saying too much on injuries either way.
    Exactly. Why tell Neil Harris in advance whether TC is fit or not.
  • BedsaddickBedsaddick
    Cambridge have injuries to influential players as well as us so i think we we win. I have a feeling Jones might be back today. 

    0-2  ( Godden , Berry )

  • Kap10Kap10
    edited April 12
    Scoham said:
    Sillybilly said:
    “Closer than they were last week” or whatever it was that he said is Jones speak for “They’re still out” so I’m not expecting to see TC or Jones.  That being the case we need to do something to ensure effective width which is the main reason for our change in fortunes, as shown by the return to hoofball last week.  I’m not sure if Dixon is the answer to that conundrum but I’d personally like to se him get some significant game time.  We should win this but it might be a bit of a struggle. 
    Not sure Jones would confirm they’re back and ready though, he avoids saying too much on injuries either way.
    Hey don't knock it, they're a week closer to a return than they were last week, a day closer than they were yesterday,  an hour closer than they were an hour ago, a minute closer than they were a minute ago and a second closer than they were a second ago what more information do we need Lol
  • SouthbankSouthbank
    Sillybilly said:
    “Closer than they were last week” or whatever it was that he said is Jones speak for “They’re still out” so I’m not expecting to see TC or Jones.  That being the case we need to do something to ensure effective width which is the main reason for our change in fortunes, as shown by the return to hoofball last week.  I’m not sure if Dixon is the answer to that conundrum but I’d personally like to se him get some significant game time.  We should win this but it might be a bit of a struggle. 
    'Closer' means see you next season in Jones speak
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