Chris Powell makes a brave plea

Chris Powell tried to rally Charlton last night after they lost 3‑1 at home to Carlisle - their fourth defeat in a row.

Former Plymouth striker Bradley Wright-Phillips scored his fifth goal in seven games since new manager Powell made him his first signing.

However, Charlton are now five points adrift of the play-off places as they head into Saturday's home match with Tranmere.

"We need to be brave, stand together and be the team I know we can be," said Powell. "That is going to take some hard work. Roll on Saturday because the only way to arrest it is on the pitch."