Charlton Athletic has officially signed Matty Godden from Coventry City, marking the end of his successful five-year spell with the Sky Blues. During his time at Coventry, Godden experienced promotion to the Championship, a memorable FA Cup run, and countless other highlights. As he bids farewell to his former team, emotional tributes pour in from teammates and fans alike.
Godden’s move to Charlton comes with high praise from manager Nathan Jones, who praises his proven goal-scoring abilities and determination to join the club. In a heartfelt message on Instagram, Godden expresses gratitude to supporters, coaches, and staff for an incredible five years.
Teammates like Ben Sheaf and Josh Eccles also share their fond memories of Godden, acknowledging his legendary status within the club. With his departure, Coventry City looks to the future with rising talents like Fabio Tavares and Haji Wright.
Despite his successful run with Coventry, Godden’s decision to seek new opportunities is understandable, especially as he looks to contribute to Charlton’s promotion ambitions in the upcoming season. Coventry boss Mark Robins acknowledges Godden’s significant role in the team’s journey and wishes him the best of luck moving forward.
As Godden embarks on a new chapter in his career, Coventry fans will undoubtedly remember his contributions fondly and wish him success with Charlton Athletic. The striker’s departure signifies the end of an era for Coventry, but also opens doors for exciting prospects to step up and fill his shoes on the field.