Needing a win to avoid relegation, Charlton start the game by allowing Dimitar Berbatov to give Spurs an early lead The goal leaves Alan Pardew's Addicks needing to score at least twice, something they last achieved seven games ago After a bright opening spell by Tottenham, the south London club rally and see Zhi Zheng among those who threaten One of the hosts' best chances is supplied by Darren Bent but his cross his headed wide by a well-placed Alexandre Song Darren Ambrose tries to find a breakthrough for Charlton but finds substitute Anthony Gardner on hand to frustrate him With time almost up, former Charlton youngster Jermain Defoe lashes home a second to put Martin Jol's side out of reach The final whistle brings the Addicks' seven-year stay in the Premiership to an end, but also confirms Fulham's survival The biggest pain is felt by the fans who will hope their team bounces back as quickly as possible
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