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Nathan Jones names the key differences for Middlesbrough from Charlton’s last two visits

Charlton Athletic boss Nathan Jones offers his verdict after the 3-0 defeat to Middlesbrough…

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 8:00 AM
Nathan Jones names the key differences for Middlesbrough from Charlton’s last two visits
Key Things to Know
  • Nathan Jones highlighted Middlesbrough's superior signings and attacking depth as the main differences from their March meeting.
  • Middlesbrough defeated Charlton 3-0 on Saturday to remain at the top of the Championship table.
  • Summer signings Sebastian Berhalter and Will Lankshear scored, with Lankshear netting a brace to reach 15 goals.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Charlton manager Nathan Jones highlighted Middlesbrough's improved recruitment and clinical attacking quality as the key differences following Charlton's 3-0 defeat on Teesside. Middlesbrough stayed top of the Championship on Saturday with a dominant victory courtesy of a goal from Sebastian Berhalter and a brace from Will Lankshear.

Jones admitted that Boro have significantly improved since Charlton earned a 1-0 win at the Riverside back in March. The Charlton boss praised Middlesbrough's ownership and squad upgrades, while expressing disappointment at his own team's poor defensive efforts and inability to keep away clean sheets.

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