Charlton Athletic's preparations for their next Championship fixture have been complicated by a significant injury list. The Addicks host Portsmouth at The Valley this Saturday, September 12th, with six first-team players confirmed unavailable.
According to a report from portsmouth.co.uk, the visitors also face their own selection crisis with seven players out. Jason Brown of that outlet framed the build-up, stating: "Charlton Athletic v Pompey: Early team and injury news ahead of Pompey's trip to Charlton Athletic this weekend." For Charlton, the absentees include Billy Koumetio, Collins Sichenje, Josh Edwards, Kayne Ramsay, Matt Godden, and William Mannion. This leaves manager Nathan Jones with limited options as his side looks to build on their solid start to the season.
Who is missing for Charlton?
The confirmed injury list presents challenges across the pitch. Defenders Billy Koumetio, Josh Edwards, and Kayne Ramsay are all ruled out, impacting defensive depth. Striker Matt Godden and goalkeeper William Mannion are also unavailable. The most severe case is that of Collins Sichenje, who is expected to miss the entire campaign after suffering an ACL injury in the Carabao Cup defeat to Tottenham at the end of August.
Portsmouth's situation mirrors Charlton's, with several key figures missing. Defender Connor Ogilvie is a long-term absentee. Pro Sports Images provided detail on his condition, noting: "Connor Ogilvie - Out Ogilvie continues to be ruled out as he recovers from a second knee procedure of the summer, which he underwent last month." Pompey striker Thomas Waddingham is also sidelined after August ankle surgery, with a ten-week recovery timeframe.
What is Charlton's current league form?
Despite the injury concerns, Charlton enter the match in strong form. They sit 7th in the Championship table with 10 points from their opening five games. Their record shows three wins, one draw, and one loss, with a recent run of form reading LDWWW. The team has scored six goals and conceded seven, giving them a -1 goal difference. They are just one point behind league leaders West Ham, keeping them firmly in the early-season conversation. Fans can track the evolving standings as the campaign progresses.
This context makes the upcoming match against Portsmouth, who won 2-0 against Cardiff City last time out, a significant test. Managing the squad through this period will be vital for Jones, and supporters can monitor the latest availability on the club's injuries page.
How does the squad depth look?
The concurrent absences of multiple defenders and a primary striker will test Charlton's resources. Jones may need to rely on younger players or tactical adjustments to cover the gaps. The loss of Sichenje for the season is a particular blow, removing a squad option for the long term. Portsmouth's own lengthy list, however, could level the playing field somewhat at The Valley.
Focus will now turn to how the available players perform. The team's ability to grind out results, evidenced by their points tally, will be needed. The full squad details show where cover must be found for the missing personnel.
Charlton's next fixture is at home against Portsmouth on September 12, 2026.
