Yes. Charlton Athletic played in the Premier League across 2 spells from 1998/99 to 2006/07, for a total of 8 seasons, and they are not in the 2026/27 competition.
Two separate Premier League spells
Charlton's Premier League history began in 1998/99. Their time in the division came in 2 blocks, and each spell ended with relegation.
| Spell | Seasons | How it ended |
|---|---|---|
| First spell | 1998/99 | Relegated (18th, 36 points) |
| Second spell | 2000/01–2006/07 | Relegated (19th, 34 points) |
Charlton reached the Premier League on 2 separate promotions. The first stay was short, while the second became a longer period of top-flight football before another drop out of the division.
All-time Premier League record
Across their full Premier League run, Charlton built a substantial top-flight sample rather than a short appearance. At the same time, their overall profile is that of a side that spent more years fighting to stay in the league than pushing for the title.
| Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goals for | Goals against | Points | All-time rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 304 | 93 | 82 | 129 | 342 | 442 | 361 | 31st |
Those totals cover every Premier League match Charlton played from 1998/99 to 2006/07. Their all-time goal difference in the competition was -100, which fits a club that had solid stretches in the league without becoming a regular top-end finisher.
Best finish and most recent season
Charlton's best Premier League finish was 7th in 2003/04. That shows they did more than simply pass through the division.
Their most recent Premier League season was 2006/07. They finished 19th out of 20 clubs with 34 points and were relegated, which also stands as their lowest finish in the competition. Charlton have never won the Premier League.
FAQ
When were Charlton last in the Premier League?
Charlton were last in the Premier League in 2006/07. After that relegation, they stayed outside the competition for the 19 seasons from 2007/08 to 2025/26, and they are also absent in 2026/27.
How many Premier League seasons did Charlton play?
They played 8 Premier League seasons in total. Those seasons were split across 2 spells rather than one uninterrupted stay.
Which seasons were Charlton Athletic in the Premier League?
They were in the Premier League in 1998/99, then from 2000/01 through 2006/07. That means their second spell covered 7 straight seasons.
Are Charlton in the Premier League now?
No. Charlton Athletic are not one of the 20 clubs in the 2026/27 Premier League season. That extends their time outside the division beyond the period that followed relegation in 2006/07.