Charlton vs Norwich Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds

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Two struggling sides meet at The Valley, and any Charlton vs Norwich prediction starts with one question: whose English Championship skid finally ends on Saturday?

Nathan Jones' Charlton are stuck in a league slump, yet they are still unbeaten in Championship games at The Valley this season. That home resilience is the backbone of their case.

Norwich arrive in worse shape. Philippe Clement's side have lost six straight in all competitions, most recently a home defeat to Portsmouth, and sit just above the relegation zone.

History leans toward the visitors. Norwich have won 6 of their last 7 games against Charlton in all competitions, but that record counts for less when both teams are this cold.

Charlton vs Norwich Recent Results

Charlton have failed to win their last 8 Championship games, and the defeat to a free-falling Watford came apart after halftime. Karlan Grant is the bright spot, attempting 2+ shots in every one of his last 5 appearances against Norwich in the Championship. Miles Leaburn leads the line, but Grant is the player who makes this attack go.

Norwich have lost their last 5 Championship games. Each of those defeats came by a one-goal margin, so the gap is small, but the results keep going the wrong way. Losing in-form scorer Mohamed Touré to injury makes the fix even harder for a side that badly needs a cutting edge.

Charlton vs Norwich Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Charlton: C. Sichenje (Injured/out), M. Godden (Injured/out), R. Apter (Injured/out)

Norwich: A. Ahmed (Injured/out), M. Topic (Injured/out), M. Touré (Injured/out), K. McLean (Injured/out), V. Kovacevic (Injured/out), G. Forsyth (Unfit/out)

Charlton

Nathan Jones could stick with an unchanged starting XI despite the Watford defeat, so the Charlton vs Norwich lineups may look familiar on the home side. Rob Apter is one of three Charlton absentees, alongside M. Godden and C. Sichenje.

Norwich

Philippe Clement could make a change at the back by recalling Darlin Yongwa, and Paris Maghoma could replace Anis Ben Slimane further forward. Kellen Fisher returned from the injury list to make the bench against Portsmouth. Mohamed Touré is the big loss, a forward who found the net in all three Championship appearances before his injury.

Charlton vs Norwich Predicted Lineup

Charlton

Formation: 3-4-2-1 (probable)

Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable XI: A. Okonkwo; L. Jones, B. Koumetio, K. Ramsay; I. Mesík, O. Skipp, C. Coventry, D. McNamara; K. Grant, T. Campbell; M. Leaburn

Norwich

Formation: 4-2-3-1 (probable)

Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable XI: D. Grimshaw; J. Stacey, J. Córdoba, R. McConville, D. Yongwa; P. Mattsson, J. Wright; A. Brooks, P. Maghoma, O. Schwartau; J. Makama

Charlton vs Norwich Key Stats & Game Facts

• Charlton have received 2+ cards in 4 of their last 4 games vs Norwich (Championship).
• There have been 27+ shots taken in 6 of Norwich's last 10 games (Championship).
• Pelle Mattsson has committed 2+ fouls in 5 of his last 5 appearances (Championship).
• Anthony Musaba has recorded 1+ shots on target in 5 of his last 7 appearances (Championship).
• Norwich have had 7+ corners in 3 of their last 4 games vs Charlton (Championship).

Charlton vs Norwich Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

Our prediction is an open, messy game with goals at both ends. Norwich hold a slight edge in the projections, and the Charlton vs Norwich betting odds agree, pricing the visitors at +120 (TonyBet) on the moneyline. That edge is thin, though. Charlton carry real threat from attacking set pieces and individual skill, and Norwich rate poorly at protecting a lead, so even an early Norwich goal will not settle this one. Expect both nets to ripple and the total to climb past 2.5.

Best Picks

Over 2.5 goals in the Total Goals Over/Under market. The model projects close to three goals at The Valley. The Total Goals Over/Under market heads our Charlton vs Norwich best picks. The projected total of 2.88 goals clears the line. The AI also rates the over at 55.04%, ahead of the implied probability in the price, and it keeps flagging as a positive-value play.

Yes in the Both Teams To Score market. The model expects both sides to find the net. The Both Teams To Score market backs up the first pick. The AI puts Yes at 57.87%, above what the price implies, and Norwich's defense rates poorly against counterattacks and attacks down the wings. That plays straight into a direct Charlton side that likes long balls and attacking down the left.

Charlton vs Norwich Same Game Parlay

Our Charlton vs Norwich Same Game Parlay picks take the hosts at a plus price, then stack player props on Pelle Mattsson fouls, Anthony Musaba shots on target and a Conor Coventry card.

Charlton on the Moneyline is the anchor at +260 (Polymarket). Norwich have lost their last 5 Championship games, and that price on a home side with set-piece punch is worth the swing.

Pelle Mattsson Over 1.5 in Player Fouls suits Norwich's aggressive style. The holding midfielder has been good for 2 or more fouls in every Championship outing this season.

Anthony Musaba Over 0.5 in Player Shots On Target adds volume. He has found the target in five of his last seven Championship outings, a steady return for a low line.

Conor Coventry To Be Shown A Card rounds it out. The Charlton midfielder has picked up two cards across his past three outings, and his side struggle to avoid fouling in dangerous areas.

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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.

Charlton vs Norwich Talking Points

Saturday is also Charlton's annual Red, White and Black Day, and the club will receive the EFL Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Gold Award on the field before kickoff. As for the soccer, Nathan Jones used a full training week to sharpen his squad's energy and get back to an aggressive, pressing identity. Philippe Clement, meanwhile, wants his Norwich players to take more collective responsibility and share the leadership and game-management load on the field. A pressing home side against a team still looking for leaders is the matchup within the matchup.

Charlton vs Norwich Predictions FAQs

When is the Charlton vs Norwich English Championship game?

The game kicks off at 7:30 AM ET / 4:30 AM PT on Saturday, October 24, 2026.

Where is Charlton vs Norwich being played?

The game is being played at The Valley in London.

Where can I watch Charlton vs Norwich?

Sky Sports Football is the listed channel for this game.

Who is expected to start for Charlton and Norwich?

Charlton are listed with a probable 3-4-2-1 formation, with A. Okonkwo among the probable starters. Norwich are listed with a probable 4-2-3-1 formation, with D. Grimshaw among the probable starters.

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