Charlton Athletic Hosts Bristol City in Championship Match

Charlton Athletic hosts Bristol City in the Championship on Saturday 10 October 2026 at The Valley, with both clubs aiming to strengthen their early campaign positions. The match brings together two teams inside the top nine after their opening results.

According to Radio Times, Charlton Athletic entered the fixture in ninth place after going unbeaten in six of their first eight matches, recording three wins and three draws.

Radio Times reported that Nathan Jones's team had not won since the end of August despite their strong start. The club was promoted from League One in 2025 and finished 19th in its first Championship season.

Bristol City arrived in eighth place after winning three of their previous five games, according to Radio Times. Michael Skubala's side had remained in the Championship for 12 consecutive campaigns before this fixture.

Radio Times reported that Bristol City finished 12th in the previous season and had reached the Championship play-off places only once during their 12-year run in the division.

The match was scheduled for a 12:30pm kick-off and was set to be available through Sky Sports+, according to Radio Times. The broadcaster also reported that the fixture would not receive national radio coverage.