Nathan Jones says Charlton will not be taking their foot off the gas after they moved up to fifth in Sky Bet League One with a 1-0 win over Barnsley.
The Addicks have taken 15 points from their last six matches, the best record over that period in the division, with Macauley Gillesphey’s first-half free-kick strike clinching a third straight victory on Tuesday night.
It was Jones’ 50th league game in charge of the SE7 outfit and whereas his first task after being appointed in February was to pull them clear of relegation danger they look set to be in the promotion equation this time around.
Gillesphey put his 12th-minute free-kick under the Tykes wall and past keeper Jackson Smith for his fourth goal of the campaign. The defender also scored in stoppage time when Charlton pulled off a dramatic 2-1 win at Leyton Orient on Saturday.
“We want our centre-halves to score and he is one of the best technicians at this level in how he executes stuff,” said Jones. “I’ve asked him to add certain stuff to his game and he has.
“You only need to look at his record, he plays pretty much every week.
“No one is getting carried away. It is relentless at the moment but we have got to be right at it to realise what got us to this position – and then get better.
“It was a brilliant win against a very difficult side to play against. They looked very lively in the first half and we got the goal at a good time, which settled things a little bit. We made a few little tweaks in the second half and we were comfortable.
“Their front players are excellent…the likes of Davis Keillor-Dunn and Adam Phillips. They scored four at the weekend. They are a free-scoring side, so to keep a clean sheet against them was very good.
Barnsley had won three in a row but only had one big moment, with Keillor-Dunn unable to beat Charlton goalkeeper Will Mannion in the 17th minute.
Tykes boss Darrell Clarke said: “It was a frustrating night. We played some decent stuff first half, without that final cutting edge.
“DKD has a great opportunity, he works it for himself, and we concede a goal from an error.
“Everybody can see the problems we had. The lads looked a bit leggy with the injuries we had and we couldn’t find the equaliser.
“You don’t want to come and give a silly goal away but we did that. The response was good. DKD has that chance and then we huff and puff.
“It wasn’t for a lack of effort but you need that quality at times to come on and show it, we haven’t quite done that this evening.”
Clarke added: “It’s a tough place to come and it’s even tougher when you’re off the back of four games in 10 days and three away games.
“It was always going to be a difficult night for us but the boys put their bodies on the line, we had some playing with strains.”
Let's start our Daily Laugh today. Maresca - Jack You can't elbow players.Nicolas Jackson - Ok boss LOL Haaland the last time Arsenal won the league.. South America owns football he is here …. How good is Cruzeiro? GOAT RECOGNIZES GOAT! Please stay tuned on Daily Laugh. There will be more fun tomorrow!(Credit: Just toon it, trollfootball, The Football Arena, AZR Organization)...
Emi Martinez 'dreaming' of a move to Man UtdAston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez is reportedly keen on a move to Manchester United this summer amid the Red Devils' uncertainty regarding Andre Onana's future.The Sun has reported that a move to Old Trafford is Martinez's 'dream' and Ruben Amorim is keen on “captains and leaders” in his squad, and is an admirer of the Argentine World ...
GARETH BALE wants to buy hometown club Cardiff.The Wales legend is leading a consortium to take over the League One side.Cardiff is the subject of takeover interest from local lad Gareth BaleBale's group sent a letter of intent to Bluebirds owner Vincent Tan last month, which was rejected.But it is believed the desire to acquire the club, relegated from the Championship, remains strong.The 35-year...
Since Mikel Arteta took the reins at Arsenal, there's been a pattern in his transfer strategy. Initially, France was the go-to source, with Gabriel Magalhaes and William Saliba being prime examples, but the focus has since shifted. The Gunners have made successful forays into the Brazilian market, enjoyed a high success rate with Spanish recruits, and recently turned their attention to Italy. Howe...
Liverpool have broken their transfer record for the signing of Germany international Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen, the club announced on Friday.ESPN previously reported the deal to be worth a total of £116 million ($156.27 million) -- it includes an initial £100 million payment with £16 million in add-ons.Wirtz has signed a five-year deal with the Premier League champions, a ...
Al-Ittihad rival Monaco for Pogba signatureAS Monaco face competition for Paul Pogba's signature.The free agent is in talks with Monaco about a playing return, having been suspended since last year due to a failed doping test.Released by Juventus earlier this year, Pogba is now free to resume his playing career and talks with Monaco are underway.However, Fichajes.com says Al-Ittihad, from the Saud...
Man Utd plan to loan Rashford to Inter Milan ahead of next season in shock moveManchester United plan to loan out winger Marcus Rashford this summer as the club continues to look for a buyer.As reported by the Manchester Evening Standard, United are preparing for the prospect of loaning out Rashford for the entirety of next season after the winger fell out with manager Ruben Amorim last season. Th...
Napoli coach Conte: I really didn't think we'd sign McTominayNapoli coach Antonio Conte admits he didn't think Scott McTominay could be signed from Manchester United.McTominay joined Napoli in the final days of the summer market and ended the season a Serie A winner and also named Player of the Year in Italy.Conte told Sky Italia: "I knew McTominay very well , he grew up in the Premier League with...
Thibaut Courtois has been a key player for Real Madrid since he joined the club from Chelsea in 2018Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois said he will always be available to help new signings Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen acclimatise to life at the Bernabeu.England defender Alexander-Arnold recently joined the club for 38m from0Liverpool while Spanish international Huijsen signed from ...
Barcelona superkid Yamal: We will definitely win the Champions LeagueBarcelona superkid Lamine Yamal is confident he will eventually win the Champions League.At 17, Yamal has won every trophy available in the domestic game - with a European title, at club level, still to be won.He told Barca Inside: "At 18 I ask for everything I had at 16 and 17, plus the title I am missing (the Champions League) ...
- 1 DONE DEAL: Marseille confirm CJ Egan-Riley signing from Burnley
- 2 Chloe Kelly enjoys sun-kissed holiday as Arsenal star rests before Euro 2025
- 3 Jack Grealish set to leave Man City this summer
- 4 Man Utd have Hugo Ekitike 'advantage'
- 5 Transfer news & rumours LIVE
- 6 Stunning Euro U21 reporter dubbed 'queen of Europe' in bold dress
- 7 Man Utd make decision on replacing Andre Onana with Emi Martinez this summer
- 8 DONE DEAL: Celta Vigo sign permanently Ilaix from RB Leipzig
- 9 Real Madrid eye a trio of targets
- 10 Maddison and Wag announce they're expecting twins AGAIN