‘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
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