The 2012-13 campaign marked Charlton Athletic's triumphant return to the Championship after winning the League One title, securing a highly respectable 9th-place finish under the guidance of manager Chris Powell. The Addicks established themselves firmly in the second tier, a solid achievement in their first season back, driven by the crucial goal-scoring prowess of joint top scorers Yann Kermorgant and club captain Johnnie Jackson, who each netted 12 league goals. With a strong average home attendance at The Valley, the season was built on renewed momentum and hope, providing a crucial foundation for the club's continued push back towards the top flight.