‘They are a huge club’ – Addicks boss Holden on Aberdeen pre-season clash

Charlton Athletic will host Scottish Premiership side Aberdeen in a pre-season clash at The Valley in July.

The Dons – managed by former Middlesbrough midfielder Barry Robson – finished third last season and qualified for Europe.

The pre-season friendly will take place on Saturday, July 29th (1pm KO BST).

Dean Holden said: “Our pre-season preparations have to put us in a position to start the season well. I’m really pleased that our final game of pre-season will be a good test for us at The Valley against an Aberdeen side who will be preparing for a European campaign as well as another challenging domestic season.

“Whenever I think of Aberdeen, I think of the success Sir Alex Ferguson had there. They are a huge club with a big history, so it will be a special occasion and importantly a good way to get us ready for the season ahead.”

CEO Peter Storrie said: “We’re looking forward to welcoming Aberdeen to The Valley in July. They have had a fantastic season and should prove an excellent challenge for us in our final game before the start of the 2023/24 season.”

Charlton’s confirmed 2023/24 pre-season friendlies:

Saturday, July 1st: Welling United v Charlton (3pm KO BST) – Park View Road 

Saturday, July 8th: Dartford v Charlton (3pm KO BST) – Princes Park 

Friday, July 14th: Charlton v Leyton Orient (10am KO BST) – Marbella Football Center

Saturday, July 29th: Charlton v Aberdeen (1pm KO BST) – The Valley