Reed concedes title

Charlton head coach Les Reed has reluctantly conceded the Premiership title to Manchester United in light of their 1-1 draw at home to Chelsea.

Speaking to confused reporters, Reed confirmed that a 26-point gap after just 14 games left the Addicks with a mountain to climb. "I know the Charlton fans will be surprised, but I'm asking them to be realistic, " mused Reed. "I just felt that anything other than a Chelsea win this afternoon would effectively close the door on our title ambitions."