Josh Magennis | Picture: Benjamin Peters Photography
Charlton striker Josh Magennis has been ruled out of their season opener with Bristol Rovers.
Magennis picked up a knock in the Addicks’ 6-1 friendly win over Ipswich last weekend, and has failed to recover.
The injury is not thought to be serious and he will be back in training in the coming weeks.
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Lee Novak, who suffered through numerous injuries in his first season at the Valley, comes in for Magennis.
Meanwhile, Ahmed Kashi makes his first competitive start in 15 months after returning to full fitness in pre-season.
And Charlton boss Karl Robinson hands debuts to summer recruits Billy Clarke, Tariqe Fosu, Jay Dasilva and Ben Amos.
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