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Brothers team up for Addicks

10:40am Wednesday 18th November 2009

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HISTORY was made on Saturday when Akpo and Sam Sodje became only the seventh pair of brothers to play for Charlton.

Striker Akpo joined the Addicks on loan on the morning of the match against Milton Keynes Dons, and was a second-half substitute in the 5-1 win, becoming the 699th player to represent the club.

The Sheffield Wednesday forward will stay at The Valley until at least the Southend United match on December 5, but manager Phil Parkinson stressed the deal could be made permanent.

A COMMUNITY project that supports playing opportunities for youngsters with Down’s syndrome is bidding to win over £30,000 as part of the People’s Millions scheme.

The Charlton Upbeats will feature on ITV’s London Tonight on November 26 at 6pm, when fans will be able to vote for the Addicks’ initiative.

IT’S the perfect Christmas present for Charlton fans – a half-season ticket covering the final 12 Valley games of the 2009/10 season.

Phil Parkinson’s men are pushing for promotion and tickets to see every game of the second half of the campaign are available from £160 for adults, or just £13.33 per game.

U18s pay £40 and U11s £30 - £3.33 or £2.50 per head respectively.

Call 0871 226 1905 or apply in person at the Valley commercial centre.

IZALE McLeod will again be unavailable against Yeovil Town on Saturday as he serves the third match of a three-game suspension.

The striker admitted a charge of violent conduct following the FA Cup defeat to Northwich Victoria on November 8.

ELIGIBILITY was extended on Monday for tickets for Charlton’s trip to Brighton & Hove Albion on December 1 (7.45pm).

Places are now available to season-ticket holders who have purchased tickets to any two away games this season.

This also applies to Valley Gold members who have done likewise and season-ticket holders with Valley Gold membership who have purchased tickets to any away game this term.

Around 450 tickets, priced £20 adults, £14 over 65s, £16 U21s and £13 U16s, remained at the start of the week.

Purchase in person at the Valley commercial centre, or call 0871 226 1905.

AFTER missing three games due to injury, right-back Frazer Richardson returned to the Charlton team on Saturday, but limped out of the action midway through the second half.

His injury was being assessed on Monday, but goalkeeper Rob Elliot is nearing a return to action.

WOKING are the only thing standing in the way of Charlton’s U18s and a home FA Youth Cup tie against Chelsea.

The Addicks take on the Cards tonight at 7pm at The Valley, with the winner paired with the senior academy side of the Premier League leaders.

Admission is £3 adults and £1 U16s.

The U18s entertain West Ham United on Saturday (11am) at Sparrows Lane after last weekend’s match against Crystal Palace was postponed due to the weather.

PLC chairman Richard Murray will answer fans’ questions at a special event at The Valley on November 26.

The evening, which was organised by the Fans’ Forum in July but had to be postponed due to legal advice Murray received relating to a potential takeover at the time, has been reorganised, and refreshments will be available.

Visit cafc.co.uk for free tickets.

TICKETS are currently on general sale for the next two home matches against Bristol Rovers on November 24 (7.45pm) and Southend United on December 5 (3pm).

Seats are priced £17, £22 and £25 adults, with U18 tickets just £5 in all areas.

Over 60s and U21s can secure their spot for £17, and seats are available from the Valley commercial centre, via cafc.co.uk or on 0871 226 1905.

CHRISTMAS is synonymous with red and white and Charlton are hosting a range of fantastic festive parties at The Valley throughout December.

From Elvis and Rolling Stones tribute nights to traditional Christmas dinners and Casino Royale evenings using the on-site facilities of the London Gaming College, there is something for everyone.

Call 020-8333 4020 for details.

JUNIOR Charlton fans who are members of the Young Addicks club can meet the entire first-team squad at a special Christmas party at The Valley on December 6.

Tickets, priced £5, are selling fast for the event, which will also feature entertainment from the Funky Chicks.

Young Addicks receive a host of benefits, including goodie bags and birthdays cards.

For more information, email youngaddicks@cafc.co.uk or call 020 8333 4075.

AROUND 200 tickets remained at the start of the week for Saturday’s away game against Yeovil Town (3pm).

Seats are on general sale, priced £15 adults, from £10 over 65s, £8 U22s and £5 U16s.

Purchase in person at the Valley commercial centre, or call 0871 226 1905. Meanwhile, the club has announced that all fans must purchase tickets in advance for the Millwall home Saturday, December 19 (3pm).

Visit cafc.co.uk for more information.

HOME, away, goalkeeping and training kit are all now on the shelves of the Valley Superstore, but stock remains limited in some sizes.

Orders can also be placed online via cafc.co.uk or by calling 020 8333 4035.

THERE was fixture frustration for the Charlton women’s team for the second week in a row as Sunday’s match against Portsmouth was called off due to the weather.

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