Charlton-1 Southampton-1: Pardew fails to win at the Valley

Pardew again failed to win at the Valley, continuing the problem he faced while manager of Charlton. Southampton are still looking for their first win of the season, Charlton are still to lose; though their 100% winning record falls. The top two places are still occupied by Charlton and Leeds, with a four gap separating 2nd and 3rd.

A scrappy and ill tempered game ended in a draw after Charlton came from behind, canceling out a first half strike by Lallana. He lashed home a cross with precision, giving Elliot no chance. The first half saw Charlton struggle but a half time speech from Parkinson seemed to lift his side and a much better performance meant the Addicks were perhaps unlucky to score just once in the second half.

Deon Burton hit the back of the net twice, though one of his efforts was ruled out for offside. His goal that stood was 'chested' into the net after the Southampton defence allowed the ball to travel right across the face of goal.

Shelvey was denied by the linesman for offside and Youga's mazy run by the post. Player of the Month Lloyd Sam was let down by the referee, who failed to see what looked like a stonewall penalty.

Another point to add to our tally; no complaints about the end of the winning streak, it just would have been nice to beat Pardew's team. Winning at the Valley appears to be a real problem for the former Charlton manager. Southampton are now on -5 points, half way to a nil balance.

Llera looked to be a little shaky in defence; he must know Sodje is waiting to take his place, he will look to improve when we face Norwich next Saturday if he starts.

You get the feeling the season's expectations can be judged by the outcome of some tricky upcoming fixtures. Norwich, Colchester and Leeds are the next three away fixtures, how we fare against these teams will give an indication as to just where we sit in the League One hierarchy as the table shapes up.