Despite missing the last part of the match, the Northern Ireland international helped his team secure all three points despite not being able to register a goal against Wycombe. As he did the previous season, Charles is leading the way for Bolton in front of goal.
The 28-year-old striker for Wanderers has netted 13 goals in 29 League One appearances, which is not far off the 16 he scored during the whole previous season.
The season is about to enter a crucial phase. With only 16 league games remaining, Bolton will be vying for one of the top two slots. They are now seven points behind Portsmouth at the top of the table and one point behind Derby County in second place, but Bolton still has two and three games remaining.
Charles will play a significant role in their promotion campaign, therefore some supporters and members of the club’s backroom staff may be concerned about the injury he sustained in last night’s game.
The Bolton manager disclosed that the Northern Irish forward had sustained a knee injury following the match. According to the Bolton News, he stated during the match that he was certain Wanderers’ lucky charm had not suffered any serious injuries, but they were still awaiting a complete assessment from the medical team.
“Dion felt his MCL (medial cruciate ligament) in the second half with that block tackle, but it looks like it has settled pretty quickly, so that is good news, positive news,” stated the 42-year-old. “We are certain that he will be fine, but we won’t know the full extent until the morning.George Thomason, a midfielder for his team, will also be sidelined for the next two games after the club’s attempt to have the red card he received in their encounter against Northampton Town rejected.
