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Karel Fraeye: 'I have the credentials to succeed at Charlton Athletic'

Karel Fraeye hits back at suggestions that he lacks the experience required to guide Charlton Athletic to safety, claiming that he will work hard to prove people wrong.

Charlton Athletic interim head coach Karel Fraeye has defended the club's decision to put him in charge, claiming that he boasts more than enough experience to succeed.

The Addicks made the appointment a fortnight ago following the earlier dismissal of Guy Luzon from The Valley helm.

Fraeye has since lost both games in charge, leading to suggestions that the 37-year-old - who has previously coached in his native Belgium with lower-league sides Eenddracht Zele and VW Hamme - lacks the credentials required.

Responding to these claims, the Charlton boss told BBC Sport: "I have been here before, even though it was a short spell. Ever since I have been following the Championship very closely.

"It's not just me. We have a whole coaching staff and we have very capable qualities in the staff that know the league, the opponents and our own team. We are a strong coaching staff. It is not a secret that my job was and will be working for the owner. I know the controversy and I am fully aware of it.

"I cannot master the fans' thoughts. It would be arrogant to tell them what to think. My job is to focus on the team, work hard during the week, prepare them for the game and do everything we can during the game. I am confident, otherwise I would have never accepted the challenge."

Charlton find themselves four points from safety heading into this weekend's meeting with Sheffield Wednesday.

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General view in the stadium following the Sky Bet Championship match between Charlton Athletic and Middlesbrough at The Valley on September 27, 2014
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