Chuks Aneke was thrilled to have netted the all-important equaliser as the Addicks secured a 1-1 draw against Rotherham United on Saturday afternoon.
Nathan Jones' game-changers all played their part in Charlton's leveller, as Tyreece Campbell found debutant Allan Campbell, who played a neat pass towards the edge of the box for Aneke. The forward took a touch, setting it onto his right before wrapping his strike into the top corner.
Speaking post-game he said: “It was a toughly contested game, chances for both sides. We had chances to win the game, and they scored from long range. You know what you’re going to get from a team like Rotherham. We were happy to score and equalise, giving more belief and confidence to get a second and win the game but a draw keeps the momentum in the team. We keep marching forward.
“I’ve been working really hard behind the scenes in training, also working on my finishing. When it went in, I was delighted - it’s always good when hard work pays off. I have to keep at it, keep on working hard and hopefully I’ll get a few more.
“I was rolling back the years with that one, I’ve scored goals like that before but not for a while.”
The 31-year-old was full of praise for the Addicks fans in attendance, highlighting the significant support they show him week in, week out.
“The fans are always so supportive of me, even when I’m warming up down the side of the pitch, I hear them cheering my name. I work very hard and dedicate my life to the sport, so when things come off like that it is emotional and a nice moment. Long may it continue."
