Charlton vs Leicester Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips Predictions

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Match Details: Aug 23, 2025 | The Valley | EFL Championship | 12:30 GMT

Matchweek three features a clash between former Premier League sides Charlton and Leicester at The Valley in the early kick-off. Charlton have made a strong start after earning promotion through the League One play-offs last season, while Leicester, recently relegated from the Premier League, will be looking to respond and push for an immediate return to the top flight.

Key Betting Tip: Over 2.5 Goals & BTTS @ 2.15 odds represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Charlton vs Leicester Predicted Lineups

Charlton Predicted XI: Kaminski; Ramsay, Jones, Bell, Edwards; Coventry, Docherty; Apter, Carey, Campbell; Kelman

Leicester Predicted XI: Stolarczyk; Justin, Okoli, Vestergaard, Thomas; Winks, Soumare; Fatawu, Khannouss, Mavididi; Ayew

Charlton vs Leicester Predictions Current League Standings

After two games in the EFL Championship, both sides currently occupy mid-table positions. Charlton fans will be pleased with their team’s start to the 2025/26 campaign, having secured a win on the opening day and a 0-0 draw in their last match against Bristol City, leaving them 10th with four points. Leicester, on the other hand, have had a slower start; they won their season opener against Sheffield Wednesday but were beaten 2-1 away at Preston in their most recent fixture, leaving them 12th with three points after two games.

Recent Charlton vs Leicester Matches Analysis

Once a regular Premier League fixture in the early 2000s, Charlton and Leicester faced each other frequently during that period. Fast forward to 2025, and the last time the two sides met was in the 2014 Championship season, when Leicester went on to win the league. Both teams will be aiming to climb the table and secure all three points when they meet on Saturday afternoon.

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

01.03.14 Leicester 3-0 Charlton

31.08.13 Charlton 2-1 Leicester

19.02.13 Leicester 1-2 Charlton

21.08.12 Charlton 2-1 Leicester

29.12.07 Leicester 1-1 Charlton

From their last five meetings, Charlton hold the advantage in head-to-head results, winning three, drawing one, and losing one. However, much has changed in the eleven years since they last faced each other. Leicester famously went on to win the Premier League during that period, while Charlton have experienced a yo-yo period between League One and the Championship.

Charlton Last 5 Matches:

Bristol City 0-0 Charlton

Charlton 3-1 Stevenage

Charlton 1-0 Watford

Southend 0-3 Charlton

Ipswich 2-1 Charlton

Charlton have been in strong form recently and have made a positive start to their league campaign. In their last five games, they have won three, drawn one, and lost one, with their sole defeat coming against Ipswich, who were relegated from the Premier League last season.

Leicester Last 5 Matches:

Preston 2-1 Leicester

Huddersfield 2-2 Leicester (L on pens)

Leicester 2-1 Sheff Wed

Leicester 2-0 Fiorentina

Koln 3-1 Leicester

Leicester haven’t begun the season as they would have hoped, with their recent form reflecting those early struggles. After last weekend’s 2-1 defeat to Preston, they were also knocked out of the League Cup following a penalty shootout loss away at Huddersfield. With ambitions of returning to the Premier League, this weekend’s trip to The Valley will be a key opportunity to spark a run of good form before falling behind the pace at the top of the table. Having suffered three losses in their last five games, Saturday’s clash is crucial for the visitors’ confidence.

Charlton vs Leicester Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with 68% confidence in Over 2.5 Goals & BTTS. The model factors in current form, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Charlton vs Leicester Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Over 2.5 Goals & BTTS @ 2.15 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted a Over 2.5 Goals & BTTS bet in this fixture. Both teams have been in scoring form lately, whilst struggling to keep clean sheets, which justifies confidence in this selection.

Key Players to Watch: Charlton vs Leicester

Apter (Charlton)

Apter is central to Charlton’s midfield, providing creativity and linking play between defence and attack. His vision and passing will be key in unlocking Leicester’s defensive lines, especially given the visitors’ tendency to sit deep and absorb pressure.

Kelman (Charlton)

Leading the line for Charlton, Kelman poses a constant goal threat. His intelligent movement and finishing ability make him a player Leicester will need to monitor closely, particularly on counter-attacks where he can exploit spaces behind the defence.

Soumare (Leicester)

Soumare drives Leicester’s midfield with energy and precision. His ball-winning ability and composure on the ball allow him to control the tempo, which will be crucial in stopping Charlton’s quick transitions and launching Leicester’s own attacking moves.

Ayew (Leicester)

Ayew leads Leicester’s attack with experience and pace. His finishing prowess and movement in the box will be central to breaking down Charlton’s defence, and he will be key in converting any set-piece or counter-attacking opportunities into goals.

Charlton vs Leicester Match Facts

Referee: Dean Whitestone

Broadcast Details: Sky Sports

Stadium Information: The Valley is a sports stadium in Charlton, London, England with a capacity of 27,111, which has been the home of Charlton Athletic Football Club since 1919, with a period of exile between 1923–24, and from 1985–1992.