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Prediction – Charlton Athletic 3 – 1 Queens Park Rangers

Recent form

As Charlton Athletic and Queens Park Rangers (QPR) prepare to face off at The Valley, both teams come into the game with different recent performances in the Championship. Charlton’s recent form has been somewhat inconsistent, with two wins, one loss and two draws in their last five league outings. In particular, they secured a 4-0 win over Millwall, showing their potential to deliver decisive performances. However, a home defeat to Derby County and draws against Blackburn and Coventry indicate some challenges in maintaining momentum. In contrast, Queens Park Rangers have experienced a mixed bag of results, with just one win, two losses and two draws in their last five matches. Their 3-0 win against Sheffield Wednesday demonstrated their ability to dominate opponents. However, narrow losses to Wrexham and Norwich, along with goalless draws against Oxford United and Stoke City, highlight their struggle to find the back of the net consistently. Looking at recent head-to-head matches, QPR seem to have the upper hand, having won their last meeting 3-1 in August 2025. Historically, the matches between these two sides have been competitive, with Charlton winning their last home meeting against QPR in 2020. The upcoming matchup promises to be an intriguing contest in their league and improve their league momentum. Each side will aim to capitalize on their strengths and address past shortcomings to secure a crucial victory.

Charlton Athletic last 5 league games

Charlton Athletic’s recent performances in the Championship show a mixture of resilience and inconsistency. In the last five league games, Charlton have managed two wins, two draws and one defeat. In particular, their dominant 4-0 home win against Millwall highlighted their attacking abilities and defensive solidity as they managed to control the game despite having less possession. This win was marked by clinical finishing, as evidenced by his four goals from just three corners and eight frees. Conversely, their 1-2 home defeat against Derby County highlights potential vulnerabilities, particularly when converting possession into goals. Despite controlling 61% of the ball and being awarded more free-kicks and corners, Charlton struggled to capitalise, perhaps hampered by Derby’s strong defence, which saw them pick up four yellow cards and one red. This match highlights a potential area for improvement: breaking down well-organized defenses when controlling play. Defensively, Charlton have shown resilience, especially in their 1-0 win Sheffield Unitedwhere they kept a clean sheet despite Sheffield’s aggressive play which resulted in two red cards for their opponents. This defensive robustness is further supported by their expected line-up, which includes experienced defenders such as Macaulay Gillesphey and Lloyd Jones, who have been instrumental in maintaining structure at the back. The absence of injuries gives Charlton tactical flexibility, allowing them to field a strong and consistent starting eleven. The presence of key players like Thomas Kaminski at the goal and Lyndon Dykes cutting edge allows them to maintain balance throughout the pitch. The midfield, headed by Luke Chambers i Harry Clarkehe is likely to focus on controlling the tempo and supporting the attack, especially in transition. As Charlton prepare to face their next opponents at The Valley, their recent form suggests an approach to capitalizing on their defensive strengths while looking to improve efficiency in turning possession into scoring opportunities.

Queens Park Rangers last 5 league games

Queens Park Rangers’ recent performances in the Championship have been a mixture of challenge and resilience. In their last five league games, they have managed a solitary win, two draws and two defeats. The standout performance was the impressive 3-0 win against Sheffield Wednesday, where they showed attacking prowess and defensive solidity. However, consistency has been a challenge, evidenced by the low losses at both Wrexham and City of Norwichdespite showing attacking intent as reflected in his high corner tallies against both teams. The team’s ability to keep possession has varied, often ceding control to their opponents, as seen in the match against Stoke City where they managed just 27% possession. This reliance on counter-attacking strategies could explain their mixed results, suggesting a need for more control in midfield to balance their play. The absence of Jonathan Varane due to an injury is a major blow, which can affect his defensive stability and leadership on the pitch. The expected line-up for the next match reflects a mixture of experience and youth. Defensively, the players like it Jimmy Dunne i Steve Cook they provide solidity, while the midfield, with talents such as Karamoko Dembélé and Harvey Valepromises creativity and dynamism. Richard Kone, who leads the attack, will be crucial in converting chances, especially given the team’s occasional difficulties in finding the net. In short, Queens Park Rangers approach their next game with the need to play to their strengths in set pieces and counter-attacks while addressing the challenges of keeping possession and finishing. Varane’s absence requires the backline to step up, while creativity in midfield will be critical to breaking down opposition defences. This game at The Valley offers a chance to regain momentum, provided they can execute their game plan effectively.

Team news and injuries

Charlton Athletic injuries and suspensions

• No major injuries have been reported.

Queens Park Rangers injuries and suspensions

Head-to-head (H2H) registration and summary.

H2H Last 5

Detailed H2H analysis

Charlton Athletic and Queens Park Rangers have a competitive history going head-to-head, showing mixed results in their last encounters. In the last five meetings, both teams have shown strengths and weaknesses that have influenced the results. Charlton have won twice, while QPR have won twice, with one match ending in a draw. This suggests a fairly even rivalry, with neither team dominating the game. Notably, Charlton’s wins have come at home, including a 2-0 win in August 2015 and a 1-0 win in June 2020. This could indicate a potential home advantage for Charlton at The Valley, where they will host the next game. Analyzing previous matches, possession stats and set piece opportunities have varied significantly. For example, Charlton enjoyed a possession advantage and more free-kicks in their last defeat to QPR in August 2025, but were unable to capitalize on these opportunities, losing 3-1. Conversely, QPR have been effective in converting chances, as demonstrated in their 2-1 win in April 2016, despite losing possession. Ahead of the upcoming clash, the full Charlton squad, with key players as of now Thomas Kaminski i Lyndon Dykescan provide them with the depth needed to exploit any weaknesses in the QPR defence, especially with the absence of Jonathan Varane. Meanwhile, QPR’s line-up, anchored by defenses such as Jimmy Dunne i Steve Cookthey will aim to maintain their defensive solidity. Varane’s absence could affect their defensive set-up, potentially giving Charlton a chance to control the game. Overall, the match promises to be a closely contested match, with both teams able to use past experiences and current squad dynamics to dictate the flow of the game.

Expected lineups

• Formation: 3-4-3
• Players: Thomas Kaminski (Goalkeeper),Kayne Ramsay (Defence)Macaulay Gillesphey (Defender), Lloyd Jones (Defender), Karoy Anderson (Midfielder),Luke Chambers (Midfielder)Joe Rankin-Costello (Midfielder),Harry Clarke (Midfielder)Tyreece Campbell (forward), Sonny Carey (forward),Lyndon Dykes (forward)

• Formation: 4-2-3-1
• Players: Joe Walsh (Goalkeeper),Jimmy Dunne (Defender),Steve Cook (Defender),Rhys Norrington-Davies (Defender),Amadou Salif Mbengue (Defender),Karamoko Démbélé (Midfielder),Paul Patrick Smyth (Midfielder),Harvey Vale (Midfielder)Kieran Morgan (Midfielder), Nicolas Madsen (Midfielder), Richard Kone (Forward)