Huddersfield Town's U21 side secured a 2-1 away victory over Charlton Athletic's development team at Sparrows Lane on Tuesday afternoon. The win adds to the positive mood around the club as the first team sits second in League One, unbeaten in five matches.
Jay Way opened the scoring from the penalty spot after 15 minutes when Charlton's Ethan Brown was penalised for handball. Sway doubled the advantage for the young Terriers just 12 minutes later, giving them a commanding lead before the half-hour mark.
Charlton manager Chris Lock acknowledged the result, saying, "Charlton's U21s suffered a 2-1 defeat against Huddersfield Town at Sparrows Lane on Tuesday afternoon." His side pulled a goal back in the 66th minute through captain Ty Ewens-Findlay, but could not find an equaliser. Charlton's Kaheim Dixon had a chance earlier in the match, firing wide after being set up by Sam Washington-Amoah.
The visitors managed the game well after regaining the lead. Charlton's Hunter received a yellow card in the 21st minute in an attempt to disrupt Huddersfield's rhythm. Goalkeeper Finley Woodham started for the home side, who now turn their attention to a Professional Development League fixture against Coventry City U21s on Monday.
This result for the academy side mirrors the first team's strong form. Andre Breitenreiter's senior squad is currently second in the table with 12 points from six games, having won three and drawn three. The club's overall squad depth is being tested positively across all levels this season.
This story first appeared at cafc.co.uk
