Charlton Athletic progressed to the second round with a commanding 3-1 victory over Cheltenham Town, thanks to a trio of goals scored in the first half. The Addicks set the tone early, taking control of the match and building a comfortable lead before halftime. Cheltenham managed to pull a goal back in the second half but were unable to mount a significant comeback against a confident Charlton side. The win showcases Charlton’s intent in the competition and highlights their attacking prowess in the opening stages of the match.