Hundreds of Charlton fans protest against Roland Duchatelet’s ownership of the club

Richard Parry23 January 2016

Hundreds of Charlton fans gathered after the 1-1 draw against Blackburn Rovers to chant against Roland Duchatelet’s running of the club for the second home game in a row.

Fan coalition CARD (The Coalition Against Roland Duchatelet) had called on fans before the game to ‘not buy anything other than tickets’ from the club, in a flash protest outside the Valley.

They promised to hold a demonstration, regardless of the result.

Regarding the protests, Addicks manager Jose Riga, who took over as manager for his second spell just over a week ago, said: "I'm just focused on the sporting mission. That's my job and I tell the same to the players.

"We need to get results for the club. Surviving is the priority and this is a tough challenge.

"I'm strong enough to be focused on what I want to achieve. We receive support from the fans and that's the most important thing.

"Last time as manager I found out about the fans of Charlton and they want the same as I want - to stay up."

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