Carlisle United manager Paul Simpson acknowledged that Charlton Athletic proved to be one of the toughest opponents his team has encountered in League One this season.
Despite Charlton taking the lead with Corey Blackett-Taylor’s seventh goal of the season in the 54th minute, former defender Sam Lavell secured a crucial equalizer for Carlisle just eight minutes later, marking his first goal for the club.
Speaking on Carlisle’s YouTube channel, Simpson expressed satisfaction with the result, emphasizing Charlton’s quality as a formidable side.
Simpson praised Charlton for their speed, strength, and ball movement, acknowledging that these are attributes his team should strive to match. He highlighted the need for Carlisle to reach a similar level of performance.
Regarding Lavell’s goal, Simpson described it as a brilliant moment, noting the irony of him scoring against his former club, where he had limited playing time before joining Carlisle.
Lavell’s goal was particularly significant as it was his first for the club, and Simpson acknowledged the player’s perseverance, stating that it will provide Lavell with a significant boost. In conclusion, Simpson expressed contentment with earning a point from the game against a formidable opponent like Charlton.
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