Decisive figure settles a tight contest for Charlton Athletic | OneFootball

Sonny Carey struck in the 46th minute to give Charlton Athletic a 1-0 win over Sheffield United. The substitute's finish just after the restart proved the decisive moment.

Before the interval, the Blades lost Djibril Soumaré to a straight red (35.), then Japhet Tanganga was dismissed in the second minute of first half stoppage time. The numerical advantage opened lanes for Carey to exploit after the break.

Moments after the restart, he arrived in the box to convert from close range (46.), finishing the move after Lyndon Dykes supplied the pass.

Carey's influence extended beyond the goal. He produced three attempts, created four chances and delivered 10 crosses with three finding their target, consistently pinning the Blades' back line.

With extra space against nine men and Charlton's width stretching the visitors, his positioning between defenders kept Sheffield United unsettled and ensured Charlton controlled the key phases.

Charlton Athletic rise from 19th to 18th and host Derby next. The Blades visit Southampton next.