Championship · Matchday 1: Charlton beat Derby 2-1. The match was played on Saturday, 15 August 2026 at The Valley (London); refereed by Benjamin Speedie, England.
S. Szmodics 23' (Derby) · L. Jones 61' (Charlton) · T. Campbell 80' (Charlton)
After a 0-1 first half, the game finished 2-1.
Charlton held 45% of possession against 55%, attempting 13 shots to Derby's 15.
Shots on target read 4-4 and corners 5-4.
Substitutes: T. Brooks, J. Rankin-Costello, I. Mesik, C. Sichenje, H. Knibbs, A. Mwamba, R. Apter, M. Leaburn, M. Alli
Coach: Nathan Jones
Substitutes: J. Vickers, R. Nyambe, M. Johnston, O. Eames, A. Mowatt, C. Blackett-Taylor, F. Bilbija, L. Salvesen, R. Brewster
Coach: John Eustace
Tyreece Campbell (Charlton) — named player of the match with a 7.9 rating.