Sam Sodje backs brother Akpo to land Charlton contract

Sam Sodje has backed brother Akpo to land a permanent contract with him at Charlton.

Akpo scored a 90th-minute consolation in the club's 2-1 defeat at Brighton last night — his third goal since joining from Sheffield Wednesday in November.

And his brother Sam said: "Myself and Akpo are both local lads and we are very comfortable here at the club. It would be great if Akpo could stay here permanently.

"We know that we have to improve to make sure our season doesn't go pear-shaped.

"The Brighton defeat was disappointing and a blow to our promotion hopes."

The setback leaves Charlton six points adrift of second-placed Leeds.