1997–98 Charlton Athletic F.C. season

During the 1997–98 English football season, Charlton Athletic F.C. competed in the Football League First Division.

Season summary
The 1997–98 season was Charlton's best campaign for years. They reached the division One play-off final and battled against Sunderland in a thrilling game which ended with a 4–4 draw after extra time. Charlton won 7–6 on penalties, with the match described as "arguably the most dramatic game of football in Wembley's history". With five minutes of normal time remaining, Charlton were losing 3-2 before Richard Rufus scored his first ever senior goal from a corner, forcing the game into extra-time. After the resulting 4–4 draw, the Addicks went on to win the game 7–6 on penalties, thus gaining promotion into the Premier League.

Results
Charlton Athletic's score comes first

First-team squad

 * Squad at end of season