Overview

• Charlton Athletic defeated Wycombe Wanderers 1-0 on aggregate, with Matty Godden scoring the decisive goal in the 171st minute of the two-leg semi-final.
• Godden’s goal, his 22nd of the season, came after a defensive miscue and sealed Charlton’s place in the League One play-off final against Leyton Orient on May 25, 2025.
• Manager Nathan Jones, who took over in February 2024 with Charlton in 18th place, celebrated emotionally, crediting his faith and reflecting on his turbulent managerial career.
• Kayne Ramsay’s crucial defensive blocks highlighted Charlton’s resilience in a match with few scoring opportunities for either side.
• Fans and pundits were divided over Jones’s dramatic touchline prayer and celebrations, with reactions ranging from admiration for his passion to criticism of perceived theatrics.