Fulham FC vs Ipswich Town FC, English Premier League 2024-25, Today Match Prediction

Fulham FC vs Ipswich Town FC Match Prediction & Analysis

Fulham are enjoying a strong season under Marco Silva, with the team playing attractive, attacking football. Key players like Andreas Pereira and Willian have been influential, while the return of Raul Jimenez has provided a significant boost to the attack. Despite a late equalizer against Bournemouth, Fulham are unbeaten in their last seven league games and are aiming to challenge for European places. Silva will be looking to maintain this momentum and continue to impress in the second half of the season.

Ipswich Town finally secured their first home win of the season with an impressive victory over Chelsea. Young striker Nathan Delap was a standout performer, scoring a penalty and assisting a goal. The win provides a much-needed boost for Kieran McKenna and his team, who are now just one point from safety. Delap's impact has been significant since his summer arrival, and his work rate and attacking prowess have been crucial for Ipswich.

Head to Head Record - Both teams have played each other 3 times. The Cottagers have not won a single game, the Tractor Boys won 1 of those, with 2 draws being played out. Fulham have scored 2 goals against Ipswich, while Ipswich have scored 3. 

Current Standings - Fulham are currently in 8th spot with 29 points. Ipswich are in the danger zone with 15 points from 19 games. 

TEAMS PREVIEW

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Marco Silva’s side deserve only recognition and applause for what they’ve produced in the first half of the season. Fulham have been relentless in their pursuit of Premier League recognition. One thing that eludes the Cottagers is the fact that they’ve dropped 19 points from winning positions. Even if they’d have cut that to half - Fulham would see themselves in second position. 

The 29 points they’ve picked up is the second-most in the club’s history at the halfway stage of the campaign. The most was in 2022-23 when they were on 31 points. But ended up finishing that season in 10th position with only 21 more points to show for. But, one must be realistic in the Premier League, or adapting to life here will always be elusive. Fulham possess a good track record against the Tractor Boys - unbeaten in their last 6 league games, winning 4 and drawing 2. 

Players to watch out for

One of the highlights of Fulham’s season has been Antonee Robinson. The full-back has been defending in detail and attacking with astuteness down the left flank, supplying crosses and assists in plenty. The 27 year old UK born international, who instead plays for the United States has registered 10 Premier League assists in 2024, the joint-highest by a Fulham player. 

Unfortunately, he along with Kieran Trippier is one of the players in Premier League history who has registered 10+ assists without scoring a goal. Team-mate Harry Wilson has also made a name for himself in Marco’s masterpiece. The Welshman has 5 goals to his name in 10 Premier League appearances for Fulham, more than his 47 previous games combined. His goals have either given Fulham the lead, or proved to be an equaliser. 

Injury - Reed, Nelson, Tete and Berge are all out injured. 

Fulham probable XI - Leno (GK), Castagne, Diop, Andersen, Baseey (DEF), Wilson, Pereira, Lukic, Iwobi, Robinson (MID), Jimenez (FWD). 

Ipswich Town FC Preview

Ipswich just like Fulham have lost a huge chunk of points from winning positions (15). But, their situation is far more detrimental considering the position they find themselves in. The Tractor Boys do not hold the best record against the Cottagers, losing their last two games at Craven Cottage. Unfortunately, Ipswich have won only 1 league game in their opening fixture of a calendar year - drawing 8 and losing 7 in the process. 

McKenna’s side have positivity and momentum going into this fixture after winning 2 of their last 4 Premier League games. It took them 28 matches to amass 2 wins previously. The Tractor Boys have lost 15 of their 20 away trips to London sides - winning 3 and drawing 2. One of those wins came against Spurs in November. Ipswich will now be judged as to whether they can pick up consecutive wins, and McKenna and company will go all out to make that statement true. 

Player to watch out for

The young Englishman is being targeted by many clubs including Chelsea who he scored and assisted against. Delap who was brought in from Manchester City has 7 goals to his name in the Premier League this season - the most by a player for any 3 newly promoted clubs. His two assists make him even more desirable for scouts and strategists alike.

Injury - Ogbene, Hirst, Tuanzebe and Luongo are out injured. 

Ipswich probable XI - Muric (GK), O’Shea, Burns, Woolfenden, Greaves, Davis (DEF), Hutchinson, Morsy, Cajuste, Broadhead (MID), Delap (FWD). 

FULHAM FC vs IPSWICH TOWN FC
Winning Prediction

Fulham's current form should at least secure them a place in the Conference. However, Ipswich will make life difficult for the Cottagers, as Premier League survival is their primary objective. Marco Silva's men possess greater class and are better organized. Playing at home undoubtedly gives the Portuguese manager an added advantage. Jimenez, Muniz, and Robinson will likely continue their impressive form into 2025 and we back Fulham to win this contest. 

Fulham to Win (3-1)

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