'This team can compete against top sides'

Wowzers - who predicted this stunning scoreline? Perhaps Nathan Jones, though he might have wished for even more goals.

This was no easy task - Ipswich Town, a Premier League side just last season and one of the promotion favourites, stood firm with an unbeaten home record this campaign.

In front of a packed crowd of 28,006, two astute managers clashed, but it was Jones' tactical courage - playing two up front - that helped deliver this win.

Ipswich started with heavy pressure, capitalising on their home advantage but Charlton stood resolute, defending courageously before deciding to fight back. What followed was a magical 12-minute spell in the second half that showcased quality from all three goals.

Sonny Carey's driving runs and sublime left-footed shot opened the scoring.

He then linked beautifully with Conor Coventry for the second goal ending with a Macaulay Gillesphey header.

The third was a masterpiece of determination and skill. Lloyd Jones's tenacity won possession, eventually leading to Tyreece Campbell's exquisite chip onto the head of Miles Leaburn, who celebrated his first Championship goal - a milestone moment.

While Carey and Gillesphey found the net once again, it was refreshing to see a forward get on the scoresheet.

Ipswich's weakness when trailing was evident, echoing their recent struggles after conceding against Middlesbrough.

This 3-0 victory marked Charlton's second consecutive win, a clean sheet against a top contender, and revenge for previous heavy defeats at Portman Road. After the injustice losing to Leicester City in August, this triumph underpinned how this team can compete against top sides.

Confidence is soaring, with Jones emphasising the importance of basics - concentration and avoiding errors.

A blend of last season's League One core and sharp recruitment now sees Charlton fifth in the table, three points off the automatic promotion places and comfortably clear of the relegation zone.

October may be early days, but this result is a landmark. Few teams will take points at Portman Road this year, and the spirited celebrations were well-earned.

The home fans' boos at full-time contrasted sharply with their recent cheers against Norwich, highlighting the impact Charlton has made.

Under our Welsh wizard's leadership, the Addicks have transformed from League One to a respected Championship force, a team no one now underestimates.