Charlton defeated a committed Gibraltar XI 5-0 as Alan Pardew's men continued their preparations for the 2008/09 campaign out in Jerez, Spain last night.

Thomas was somewhat fortunate in opening the scoring, wen after 21 minutes the Gibraltar goalkeeper misjudged his dangerous cross and it ended up in the net. The winger claimed his second from the penalty spot eight minutes later.

Stuart Fleetwood also claimed his first goal in Addicks colours since his summer recruitment.

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Charlton Athletic will play a friendly against a Gibraltar national XI on Thursday in what looks likely to be the only competitive fixture during the Addicks' training camp in Spain.

Alan Pardew's men arrived in Jerez, near Cadiz, on Monday for eight days of training but saw discussions to play an Iranian national XI and Rochdale, who are also on tour in the area, not come to fruition.

However, the game with Gibraltar has been finalised and the majority of the Addicks squad are likely to feature, including new boys Stuart Fleetwood and Mark Hudson.

Youngsters such as Scott Wagstaff, Jonjo Shelvey, Josh Wright, Grant Basey and Rashid Yussuff are also likely to play some part as they look to impress Pardew ahead of the forthcoming Championship campaign.

Alan Pardew and Phil Parkinson will be running the rule over the Addicks against a Gibraltar national XI on Thursday One player missing will be Matt Holland. The midfielder, who signed a new one-year deal with the Addicks recently, did not travel with the squad to Spain after picking up a slight ankle knock in the pre-season friendly at Braintree Town on Saturday.

Charlton assistant boss Phil Parkinson said: "We have a game on Thursday against Gibraltar which should be a good match."

"That's going to be our only game out here so we'll start training a little bit later on Thursday as we prepare for the match early in the evening. "

"Al in all it has been a good first few days here. The new boys are settling in well and everyone is working really hard."

Parkinson went on to say: "Because of the heat you have to be careful you don't do too much but we've got no injuries to report of, although obviously Matt Holland isn't here after picking up a knock in the pre-season game at Braintree."

"Our head physiotherapist Steve Allen felt he would get better staying in England than coming out here and not being able to train. But if anyone can get back quickly after injury then it's Matty."

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The final table after all matches in the Four Nations 2008 sees England lift the trophy. Gibraltar finished last but scored four goals and showed a fighting spirit that must have surprised all the other teams. ... more

Scotland came from behind twice to secure victory over Gibraltar in the final game of the Four Nations Semi Professional tournament.

Both teams started brightly, with Gibraltar keen to push men forward on every occasion. Their tactics paid off when Scotland forward Kris Niddrie conceded a 36th minute penalty, with Gibraltar no.19 Brian Perez slotting home to open the scoring.

Scotland created several good chances as they pushed for the equaliser before half time, hitting the bar twice. . Scotland were also denied by Gibraltar goalkeeper Keiron Macedo, who pulled off three world class saves to keep Gibraltar in front at the break.

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After Tuesday's brave performance in holding England to a 1-0 victory, Gibraltar came into this match full of confidence.

Unfortunately tonight it was a different game. Wales opened the scoring in only the second minute throug Craig Jones. Jones added a second after nine minutes. After just over half an hours play Wales were 4-0 up. ... more