Kenyan sensation Collins Sichenje proved his value as a super-sub, entering the fray in the 35th minute to inspire Charlton Athletic to a gritty 1-1 stalemate against West Bromwich Albion in their EFL Championship clash on Tuesday evening at The Valley.
The Addicks trailed early after West Brom’s Josh Maja struck in the 18th minute, capitalizing on a swift counter. Sichenje, the 22-year-old Nairobi native on loan from Lorient, injected fresh energy into Charlton’s midfield upon replacing the injured Alex Matos.
His relentless pressing and precise distribution helped shift momentum, paving the way for Lloyd Jones to nod home the equalizer from a Karlan Grant corner in the 62nd minute.
Sichenje’s composure under pressure—completing 85% of his passes and winning key duels—not only stabilized the defense but also sparked Charlton’s best attacking moves late on.
West Brom pushed for a winner, but Charlton’s backline, marshaled by the Kenyan’s tenacity, held firm to earn a vital point in their survival fight.
For Sichenje, who has now featured in four league games this season, it’s another step in his English adventure, echoing his breakout form with Gor Mahia. Kenyan fans will be buzzing—could this be the spark for more starts?
