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·20 December 2025
Kelman strikes late as Charlton climb to 17th

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·20 December 2025

Match in Five Sentences: Charlton Athletic beat Oxford United 1-0 at the Valley. Charlie Kelman decided it in the 78th minute, finishing low into the bottom right after Tyreece Campbell's assist. The home changes told, with Campbell setting up fellow substitute Kelman for the decisive moment. Charlton limited Oxford to one shot on target and produced 13 attempts of their own while edging possession at 52.2%. Charlton rise from 18th to 17th and visit Norwich next.
Player of the Match: Charlie Kelman came off the bench to score the winner and win three aerial duels, opening his account for the club this season.
Stat of the Match: Ben Davies made 12 clearances, a snapshot of Oxford's deep defending for long spells.
Three Things We Learned: Charlton's bench changed the game, with Campbell and Kelman introduced (61.) and (73.) before combining for the decisive moment. Oxford managed one shot on target from 11 attempts, underlining their blunt edge. Oxford stay 22nd in the table.









































