Charlton vs West Brom Prediction & Betting Tips (4 November)

Charlton Athletic’s return to the Championship has been marked by resilience and a growing sense of belief under manager Nathan Jones, who took charge earlier in 2025. The Addicks have built a competitive squad featuring key players such as goalkeeper Ashley Maynard-Brewer, defender Rarmani Edmonds-Green, and forward Miles Leaburn, who has been central to their attacking play. Their midfield has been anchored by George Dobson, while Tyreece Campbell and Alfie May have provided energy and goals in the final third. Jones has instilled a disciplined structure, and recent results show Charlton are adapting quickly to the demands of the second tier. Their home ground, The Valley, has once again become a difficult venue for visiting sides, with the team showing both defensive solidity and attacking flair.

Recent matches highlight Charlton’s momentum. They secured a 3-0 away win at Ipswich Town, a result that stunned many given Ipswich’s promotion credentials, and followed it up with a 2-1 home victory over Sheffield Wednesday. A 1-1 draw away at Derby County and a 3-0 home triumph against Blackburn Rovers further underlined their consistency. Even in setbacks, such as the 2-0 defeat at Preston, Charlton showed flashes of their growing confidence. These results have lifted them into the upper half of the table, and the squad’s balance between youth and experience suggests they are capable of sustaining this form. Nathan Jones has emphasized pressing and quick transitions, which have been evident in their recent performances.

West Bromwich Albion, meanwhile, are under the guidance of Ryan Mason, who stepped into the managerial role in 2025. The Baggies boast a squad with Championship experience and quality, including goalkeeper Josh Griffiths, defenders Chris Mepham and Nat Phillips, and versatile midfielder Krystian Bielik. In attack, Jed Wallace and Brandon Thomas-Asante have been important figures, while John Swift continues to provide creativity from midfield. Mason has sought to blend defensive stability with attacking intent, though results have been mixed in recent weeks. The Hawthorns faithful expect a promotion push, but inconsistency has been their biggest obstacle so far this season.

Their recent fixtures reflect this uneven form. West Brom managed a 2-1 home win over Preston North End but followed it with a 2-1 defeat away at Watford and a 1-0 loss at Ipswich Town. Earlier in October, they were beaten 3-0 by Millwall, though they did claim a narrow 1-0 victory at Norwich City. A 1-1 draw with Leicester City showed their ability to compete with strong sides, but the lack of cutting edge in front of goal has been a recurring issue. As they prepare to face Charlton, Mason will be looking for his side to rediscover their rhythm and avoid slipping further behind in the playoff race. However, given Charlton’s recent form and the energy they have shown at The Valley, the prediction leans towards a home victory, with a 2-0 scoreline looking the most likely outcome.