Charlton Athletic 1-2 Middlesbrough: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes’ post-match review of Charlton Athletic 1-2 Middlesbrough in the Championship on Tuesday, 09 December 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Middlesbrough beat Charlton Athletic 2-1 in a match where the visitors took control early on. Riley McGree opened the scoring in the 33rd minute with a goal assisted by Delano Burgzorg, putting Middlesbrough ahead after a spell of pressure. Morgan Whittaker then doubled the lead in the 45+3rd minute, assisted by McGree, right before the break, capping a first half where Middlesbrough’s recent winning form – including victories over Hull City and Derby County – showed in their dominance.

Charlton made three changes at half-time, with I. Fullah replacing Harvey Knibbs, Karoy Anderson coming on for Sonny Carey, and Greg Docherty for Conor Coventry, but they struggled to turn things around amid their run of five straight league losses. Tanto Olaofe replaced Luke Berry in the 67th minute, and Rob Apter came on for James Bree in the 78th, yet it was an own goal by Middlesbrough’s George Edmundson in the 81st minute that gave Charlton a late consolation. Middlesbrough held firm despite the setback, adding to their strong recent results and keeping the pressure on the league leaders.

Middlesbrough dominated possession with 63% compared to Charlton’s 37%, which allowed them to control the tempo and create more opportunities, reflected in their two assists while Charlton recorded none. Both sides had five corners each, showing some balance in set-piece threats, but Middlesbrough edged successful dribbles at 45 to Charlton’s 40, highlighting their slight superiority in individual battles. Charlton picked up four yellow cards against Middlesbrough’s one, pointing to a more frustrated and physical approach from the hosts, while both teams used all five substitutions – Charlton making three at the break and two later, and Middlesbrough spreading theirs across the second half.

The game turned on Middlesbrough’s first-half goals, with Riley McGree scoring in the 33rd minute after an assist from Delano Burgzorg, followed by Morgan Whittaker’s strike in added time before the interval, assisted by McGree, which gave the visitors a commanding lead. Charlton received yellow cards for Harvey Knibbs in the 31st minute, James Bree in the 38th, Greg Docherty in the 75th, and Kayne Ramsay in the 82nd, while Middlesbrough’s Alex Gilbert was booked in the 69th, adding to the tension. A key late moment came in the 81st minute when Middlesbrough substitute George Edmundson scored an own goal to pull one back for Charlton, but it wasn’t enough to spark a comeback.

Charlton Athletic lined up in a 3-1-4-2 formation, relying on a solid defensive base to counter Middlesbrough’s attacks, though partnerships in midfield involving Conor Coventry and Sonny Carey were disrupted by half-time substitutions. Players like Harvey Knibbs and James Bree featured prominently early on before being replaced, while Greg Docherty came on and picked up a yellow card, showing the hosts’ intent to fight back in the second half.

Middlesbrough set up in a 4-4-2 shape, with Riley McGree and Morgan Whittaker forming a dangerous attacking partnership that delivered both first-half goals. Delano Burgzorg provided key support up front before his late substitution, while changes like George Edmundson coming on for Whittaker and Luke Ayling for Alex Bangura helped maintain their defensive structure in the closing stages.

Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match was Riley McGree, who stood out with his goal in the 33rd minute and an assist for Morgan Whittaker’s strike just before half-time. His two key passes underlined his influence in breaking down Charlton’s defence, even though he didn’t create big chances, and he was substituted in the 73rd minute after a strong shift.

Recent Championship matches:

• Loss: 1-2 vs Middlesbrough (H)
• Loss: 1-3 vs Coventry City (A)
• Loss: 0-3 vs Stoke City (A)
• Loss: 1-5 vs Southampton (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Wrexham (A)

Recent Championship matches:

• Win: 2-1 vs Charlton Athletic (A)
• Win: 4-1 vs Hull City (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Derby County (H)
• Loss: 2-4 vs Coventry City (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Oxford United (A)

Charlton Athletic have just suffered a 1-2 home defeat to Middlesbrough, extending their poor run of five consecutive league losses that has left them in 19th place on 23 points and looking over their shoulder at the relegation zone. They face Birmingham City next on 2025-12-13 at 15:00, with the opponents sitting 10th on 28 points, and a win could provide a much-needed boost to climb away from danger after such a tough spell.

Middlesbrough have just secured a 2-1 away win over Charlton Athletic, building on their recent form of three straight victories that has them in 2nd place on 39 points and firmly in the promotion hunt. Their next fixture is against Queens Park Rangers on 2025-12-13 at 15:00, with QPR currently 6th on 31 points, offering a chance to maintain momentum and potentially extend their lead in the top spots.

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