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Second-season syndrome biting hard at Charlton

Second-season syndrome biting hard at Charlton
World Sports · 08:08:42 - Friday, 6 November 2026

Charlton Athletic are experiencing a difficult second season after promotion, with the club struggling to replicate their previous form. The situation was highlighted by BBC fan writer Paul Sullivan on November 5, 2026, who described the phenomenon as "second-season syndrome" affecting the team's performance.

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