Charlton Athletic secured a narrow 1-0 home victory over Stoke City in the English Football League Championship on February 12, 2026, at The Valley. A solitary goal in the second half was enough to separate the teams in a match where defensive organization outweighed attacking flair. The decisive moment came from a set-piece, as Charlton's center-back rose to meet a corner and powered a header into the net. Stoke City pressed for an equalizer and dominated possession in the final twenty minutes, but they found the Charlton defense in resilient form. The three points were vital for Charlton's hopes of climbing away from the relegation zone, while the defeat was a setback for Stoke's own ambitions in the league table. The Stoke manager expressed frustration at his team's inability to convert their possession into clear chances.