Matty Godden, the hero of Saturday’s match for Charlton Athletic, has set his sights on achieving a career milestone of scoring 200 goals while playing for the club. The experienced striker, who joined Charlton from Coventry City in the summer, scored the winning goal in the recent 1-0 victory over Birmingham City.
Godden’s goal against Birmingham was preceded by another goal in the 3-2 loss to Bristol Rovers earlier in the week. Despite his strong connections to Coventry City, he emphasized that he celebrates every goal he scores and loves the feeling of finding the back of the net. While he doesn’t set specific targets for himself, he mentioned that reaching the 200-goal mark is something that he has in mind, with his current tally standing in the low 180s.
Reflecting on the team’s performance, Godden highlighted the importance of unity and belief among the players. He expressed confidence in Charlton’s squad, which combines experience with promising young talent. The striker emphasized the need for the team to gel together and work towards achieving promotion, setting a goal of finishing in the top six.
Godden praised the team’s energy and tactics in the match against Birmingham, crediting the manager for making strategic adjustments to counter the opposition’s strengths. The striker’s winning goal, a half-volley from Josh Edwards’ long throw, showcased Charlton’s ability to be effective both in and out of possession. He emphasized the team’s improved control and performance in the second half, leading to a well-deserved victory.
As Charlton’s leading goal scorer with four goals in all competitions, Godden remains focused on contributing to the team’s success while also aiming to elevate the club to where he believes they belong. With a blend of experience, talent, and determination, Charlton Athletic under Godden’s leadership is poised to make a strong push for promotion and establish themselves as a top contender in the league.
