Championship Showdown at the bet365 Stadium
Football fans are tuning in for a highly anticipated Championship encounter this Tuesday evening as Stoke City welcome Charlton Athletic to the bet365 Stadium. The match, kicking off at 17:45 GMT on Tuesday 25 November 2025, promises to be a compelling fixture in England's second tier.
The Stakes in the Championship
The Championship continues to be an intensely competitive league this season, with the ultimate prize of promotion to the Premier League and its associated £200 million jackpot driving ambition across the division. This year's competition is particularly fierce, featuring recently relegated sides like Leicester City, Ipswich Town, and Southampton, all expected to challenge for play-off positions. They are joined by newly-promoted clubs such as Birmingham City and Wrexham, adding to the unpredictable nature of the league. Meanwhile, at the opposite end of the table, teams including Sheffield Wednesday and Hull City are battling to secure their status amid various crises.
Live Coverage and Broader Football Access
The Independent is providing comprehensive live coverage of this fixture. Our live blog below will deliver all the crucial moments, including the latest scores, goal updates, and in-depth analysis as the action unfolds. This season, our commitment to football fans extends beyond this match, with live coverage planned for every game in the Premier League, WSL, Championship, Carabao Cup, and FA Cup from the third round onwards. We will also bring you the best of the action from the Champions League and other major European competitions.
