Read our Stoke vs Charlton prediction with betting tips, match odds, and predicted lineups ahead of this English Championship clash at the bet365 Stadium.
Stoke vs Charlton Match Summary
Competition | English Championship |
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Match Date | Saturday 5 September 2026 |
Match Time | 12:30 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Stoke-on-Trent, bet365 Stadium |
Struggling Stoke welcome high-flying Charlton to the bet365 Stadium in a fixture pitting the Championship's early strugglers against one of the division's surprise packages. It should be a lively midday kick-off.
Stoke sit 22nd with three points from their opening four league games, though a 1-0 midweek win over Norwich, settled by Ethan Galbraith, offered the Potters some much-needed relief.
Charlton arrive in third with 10 points, unbeaten after three wins and a draw. Manager Nathan Jones returns to a former club, having managed the Potters back in 2019.
The Potters have won their last four home matches against Charlton in all competitions, so recent history at the bet365 Stadium at least favours the hosts ahead of this Stoke vs Charlton prediction.
Stoke vs Charlton Form
Stoke's start has been messy, opening the campaign with three straight defeats against Swansea, Southampton and Wolves before finally clicking into gear. That midweek 1-0 home win over Norwich, courtesy of Ethan Galbraith's early opener, ended four straight losses and lifted the mood. The Potters sit 22nd, so there is plenty of repair work still to do.
Charlton have been the story of the early table, winning each of their first three league games before a 1-1 draw away at West Brom kept them unbeaten. Tyreece Campbell grabbed the goal at The Hawthorns and has been in sharp form, netting in three of his last four Championship outings. The Addicks travel in third, brimming with confidence.
Stoke vs Charlton Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Stoke: S. Ingelsson (Injured/out), B. Gibson (Injured/out), A. Cresswell (Injured/out), D. Soumaré (Injured/doubtful), L. Cissé (Unfit), J. Tchamadeu (Unfit), A. Ampah (Unfit)
Charlton: B. Koumetio (Injured/out), C. Sichenje (Injured/out), K. Ramsay (Injured/out), C. Kelman (Injured/out), J. Edwards (Injured/out), N. Chalobah (Injured/doubtful), W. Mannion (Injured/doubtful)
Stoke
Midfielder Djibril Soumaré will be assessed after picking up a knock against Norwich in midweek. Justin Devenny could step straight into the starting XI to replace him for a debut, while summer arrival Luca Bombino may also make his full league bow after moving over from MLS.
Charlton
Will Mannion and Nat Chalobah will both be checked over after missing the trip to The Hawthorns. Sonny Carey could return to an otherwise unchanged Charlton side, which would mean more minutes in the engine room for Alan Mwamba.
Stoke vs Charlton Predicted Lineup
Stoke
Formation: 3-4-3
Predicted Starting Lineup: Johansson; Graham, Lawal, Wilmot; Bombino, Galbraith, Devenny, Johnson; Jun-Ho, Hirst, Gallagher
Charlton
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Okonkwo; Bell, Bindon, Jones, McNamara; Mwamba, Coventry; Campbell, Carey, Grant; Mbick
Stoke vs Charlton Key Stats & Match Facts
Stoke have won their last four home matches against Charlton in all competitions.
There have been over 2.5 goals in each of Stoke's last four home matches against Charlton in all competitions.
Stoke have scored at least two goals in each of their last four home matches against Charlton in all competitions.
Charlton scored six goals across their opening four Championship matches of the season.
Charlton's 10 points from their first four games is their best start to a second-tier season since the 1992-93 campaign.
Stoke vs Charlton Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: This one has all the makings of a tight, low-scoring afternoon. Stoke are marginal favourites at 118/100 with 10Bet and have a strong home record in this fixture, but Charlton's form makes them dangerous. We are calling a 1-1 draw at the bet365 Stadium.
Best Bets
Back No in the Both Teams To Score market. The numbers point to a cagey game, with an expected total of just over two goals and a little over 44% implied probability of both teams finding the net. That tilts the value firmly towards the No side of this market.
Back Conor Coventry in the To Be Shown A Card market. The Charlton defensive midfielder is the man tasked with breaking up play in what should be a scrappy, physical contest. His role in the engine room, combined with a strong booking implied probability, makes him a solid card pick for the Stoke vs Charlton best bets.
Stoke vs Charlton Bet Builder
Our four-leg bet builder backs Tyreece Campbell and Ethan Galbraith to score anytime, with both Galbraith and Bosun Lawal to be shown a card in a fixture that should carry plenty of bite.
Campbell is the first leg to find the net. He is Charlton's form man, having scored in three of his last four Championship appearances, including at West Brom in midweek.
Galbraith to score anytime is next. The midfielder settled the Norwich game with an early opener and has netted in two of his last three Championship outings, giving this leg solid backing.
Galbraith is also backed for a card. He has picked up bookings in each of his last two Championship starts and committed 2+ fouls in all four of his last four league appearances.
Bosun Lawal rounds it off in the cards market. The Stoke defender has collected a yellow card on two occasions across his last three Championship appearances, fitting a physical, aggressive game perfectly.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 595/1 and is as short as 277/1 elsewhere.
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Stoke vs Charlton Talking Points
The subplot here is Nathan Jones, who returns to the bet365 Stadium having managed the Potters back in 2019 before guiding Charlton to promotion into the Championship following his appointment in February 2024. On paper it looks a mismatch, with Charlton third in the table and Stoke down in 22nd, but Stoke's grip on this particular fixture is firm and Jones knows better than anyone how awkward the bet365 Stadium can be. This is a genuine test of whether the Addicks' bright start is built to last against a stubborn, direct home side finally showing signs of life.
Stoke vs Charlton Predictions FAQs
When is the Stoke vs Charlton English Championship game?
The match kicks off on Saturday 5 September 2026 at 12:30 UK time.
Where is Stoke vs Charlton being played?
The match will be played at the bet365 Stadium in Stoke-on-Trent.
What competition is Stoke vs Charlton in?
Stoke vs Charlton is an English Championship fixture.
Who are the favourites for Stoke vs Charlton?
Stoke are the marginal favourites at 118/100 with 10Bet, with Charlton available at 13/5 with several bookmakers.
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