Charlton Athletic secured a vital 2-1 victory over Hull City at The Valley on Saturday evening, boosting their bid for a strong finish in the English Football League Championship. The result moved the Addicks closer to the top half of the table, while Hull’s playoff hopes took a significant hit.

The match started brightly, with both sides showing early intent. Charlton’s high press forced an early error from the Hull defense, allowing Alfie May to fire home from close range in the 12th minute. The home crowd roared as the Addicks took a deserved lead.

Hull responded well and equalized just before the half-hour mark. A sweeping counter-attack ended with Ozan Tufan curling a precise shot past the Charlton goalkeeper, making it 1-1. The Tigers looked the stronger side for the remainder of the first half, but Charlton held firm.

The decisive moment came in the 67th minute. A corner kick from the right was met by George Dobson, whose powerful header found the back of the net. Hull appealed for a foul in the buildup, but the referee allowed the goal to stand.

Key Performances

• Alfie May – Scored the opener and was a constant threat with his movement.
• George Dobson – Dominated midfield and scored the winning header.
• Ozan Tufan – Hull’s best player on the night, scoring a fine equalizer.

Match Statistics

• Possession: Charlton 45% – 55% Hull
• Shots on target: Charlton 5 – Hull 3
• Corners: Charlton 7 – Hull 4

Season Impact

The win lifted Charlton to 12th place in the Championship standings, level on points with the top half. Hull, by contrast, remained in 7th, missing a chance to close the gap on the playoff positions. With only a few games left in the season, the Tigers will need a strong run to challenge for a top-six finish.