Charlton vs Bolton Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds

Charlton vs Bolton Game Preview

The bottom half of the Championship gets a Tuesday scrap at The Valley, where Bolton sit one spot above Charlton in the standings, level on points and split only by goal difference.

Charlton arrive on a three-game league losing streak after Will Lankshear's brace sank them at Middlesbrough on Saturday, and Nathan Jones wants his side compact and aggressive again.

Bolton have lost back-to-back games to Bristol City and Middlesbrough, conceding eight goals across the pair. Steven Schumacher still insists his side will keep attacking with numbers.

Charlton have scored at least two goals in their last three games against Bolton in all competitions, a useful nudge for a home side that badly needs a spark.

Charlton vs Bolton Recent Results

Charlton have failed to win their last 10 Championship games, and the back line is the problem. They have conceded at least two goals in each of their last four Championship outings. Charlie Kelman keeps getting shots away up front, while Karlan Grant and Tyreece Campbell are pushing for recalls to add some creativity.

Bolton coughed up two late goals in a home loss to Bristol City on Saturday, making it back-to-back defeats. The attack still functions, with Gaizka Larrazabal chipping in from right back and Sam Dalby testing goalkeepers. The issue is a defense that cannot protect what the forwards create.

Charlton vs Bolton Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Charlton: Collins Sichenje (Injured/out), Matty Godden (Injured/out), Rob Apter (Injured/out), Kayne Ramsay (Injured/doubtful)

Bolton: Jayden Nelson (Injured/out), Gavin Bazunu (Injured/out), Eoin Toal (Injured/out), John McAtee (Injured/out), Ryan Hardie (Injured/out), Ethan Erhahon (Injured/out), Chris Forino (Injured/doubtful)

Charlton

Kayne Ramsay is doubtful after picking up an injury against Middlesbrough on Saturday, and Nathan Jones could recall Dan McNamara in his place on Tuesday night. Karlan Grant, Ivan Mesík and Tyreece Campbell are also pushing for recalls, which would put more attacking support behind Charlie Kelman.

Bolton

Chris Forino picked up an issue on his return to action and is set to be replaced by Lewis Brunt in the center of defense. The rest of the Charlton vs Bolton lineups picture is shaped by a long Bolton injury list, with Gavin Bazunu, Eoin Toal and Ethan Erhahon among those sidelined.

Charlton vs Bolton Predicted Lineup

Charlton

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

Predicted Starting Lineup: Arthur Okonkwo; Lloyd Jones, Billy Koumetio, Tyler Bindon; Dan McNamara, Joe Rankin-Costello, Oliver Skipp, Ivan Mesík; Karlan Grant, Tyreece Campbell; Charlie Kelman (probable)

Bolton

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

Predicted Starting Lineup: Jack Bonham; Gaizka Larrazabal, Ben Davies, Lewis Brunt, Max Conway; Xavier Simons, Josh Sheehan; Samuel Iling-Junior, Atsuki Ito, Thierry Gale; Sam Dalby (probable)

Charlton vs Bolton Key Stats & Game Facts

• Bolton have had 16+ shots in 4 out of 4 games vs Charlton (Championship).
• There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 5 of Bolton's last 6 games in the Championship.
• Gaizka Larrazabal has scored or assisted in 4 of his last 6 appearances (Championship).
• Sam Dalby has recorded 1+ shots on target in 5 of his last 6 appearances (Championship).
• Josh Sheehan has been carded in 2 of his last 3 appearances (Championship).

Charlton vs Bolton Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

The market makes Charlton the moneyline favorite at home, but the projection barely separates these two, and neither side has given anyone much reason for confidence. Both teams struggle to finish their scoring opportunities, Charlton's back line keeps leaking, and Bolton's attacking volume comes with a defense that is soft against counters and wide play. Our Charlton vs Bolton prediction is a 1-1 tie. At +260 (Polymarket), the tie is a fair price in a matchup this evenly split.

Best Picks

Josh Sheehan Over 2.5 shots in the Player Shots market. Bolton's midfield anchor is a regular starter in a side that has been shot-heavy against Charlton. This one sits in the Player Shots market, and it leads our Charlton vs Bolton best picks. Bolton's game is built on creating long-shot opportunities, Charlton are poor at defending against long shots, and that puts a deep-lying midfielder like Sheehan in prime position to let fly. A projected total of 2.81 goals points to an open game that suits a volume shooter.

Both Teams To Score: Yes This pick sits in the Both Teams To Score market, and it lines up with our 1-1 call. The projection also puts both teams scoring at a 57% probability. Bolton are vulnerable to counter attacks and attacks down the wings, while Charlton have shown they can create through individual skill, so a goal at each end makes plenty of sense.

Charlton vs Bolton Same Game Parlay

Our Charlton vs Bolton same game parlay picks stack Charlie Kelman's shots, Sam Dalby on target, an Alan Mwamba card and Bolton or Tie into one four-leg ticket.

Charlie Kelman Over 2.5 in the Player Shots market. Kelman has attempted 3+ shots in each of his three most recent Championship outings, and he leads a direct attack.

Sam Dalby Over 0.5 in the Player Shots On Target market. Five of the striker's previous six Championship appearances brought 1+ shots on target, and Bolton feed him plenty of volume.

Alan Mwamba To Be Shown A Card. Mwamba has gone into the book twice across a three-game Championship sample, and this projects as an aggressive, messy midweek affair.

Bolton or Tie covers our 1-1 call. Bolton have had 9+ shots on target in 9 of their last 10 Championship games, enough pressure to avoid defeat against a Charlton side that cannot buy a win.

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Charlton vs Bolton Talking Points

The real tension here is stylistic. Nathan Jones wants Charlton back to the disciplined structure that defined their early-season identity, and his side leans on long balls and wins its aerial duels. Steven Schumacher refuses to sit in a low block, saying Bolton lack one-on-one match-winners and must attack with numbers. That approach leaves gaps, because Bolton struggle against counter attacks and attacks down the wings, exactly where Charlton's direct play can hurt them. If Charlton cut out the defensive errors Jones has flagged, this gets messy for the visitors in a hurry.

Charlton vs Bolton Predictions FAQs

When is the Charlton vs Bolton English Championship game?

The game kicks off on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT.

Where is Charlton vs Bolton being played?

The game is being played at The Valley in London.

Which Charlton players are injured or doubtful for the game?

Collins Sichenje, Matty Godden and Rob Apter are injured, and Kayne Ramsay is doubtful.

Who is in Bolton's probable starting lineup?

Bolton's probable lineup uses a 4-2-3-1 formation with Jack Bonham, Max Conway, Ben Davies, Lewis Brunt, Gaizka Larrazabal, Xavier Simons, Josh Sheehan, Thierry Gale, Atsuki Ito, Samuel Iling-Junior and Sam Dalby.

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