FAIR PRAY?
‘Knew the camera was on him’ – Fans divided by Nathan Jones as Charlton boss kneels down and PRAYS before final whistle
There is a reason behind Jones' behaviour
FANS were left divided by Nathan Jones’ bizarre antics after the Charlton boss dropped to his knees and prayed BEFORE the final whistle against Wycombe.
The 51-year-old gaffer was highly emotional as he led his side to the League One play-off final at Wembley later this month.
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An 81st minute strike from Matty Godden was enough to seal a 1-0 aggregate win for the Addicks on Thursday night.
They will now play Leyton Orient for a spot in the Championship, with Charlton relegated from England’s second tier in 2021.
But it was manager Jones who stole the show with his touchline dramatics at The Valley.
The former Luton, Stoke and Southampton gaffer joined Charlton in February 2024.
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And the pressure appeared to get to Jones as last night’s match entered its last innings.
With just seconds left on the clock, the Welshman dropped to his knees and began praying for the final whistle.
Jones, a devout Christian, waved his arms to the sky before joining his hands together.
And as the game ended, he once again collapsed to the ground before being mobbed by fans.
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But supporters watching at home were left with mixed feelings.
One declared: “He knew the cameras were on him.”
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Another noted: “It’s a semi-final, not the Oscars.”
One said: “How can anyone not love this passion?”
Another added: “Done some job at Charlton.”
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