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

Ipswich Town FC vs AFC Bournemouth Match Prediction & Analysis

Ipswich Town will look to bounce back from back-to-back narrow defeats as they host Bournemouth at Portman Road this Sunday. The Tractor Boys, edged out 1-0 by both Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace, will be eager to regain their lost momentum. 

Bournemouth, on the other hand, arrives with momentum, aiming to extend their unbeaten run to three games after a thrilling 4-2 win over Wolves and a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Tottenham. With both sides hungry for points, it promises to be a compelling contest.

Current Standings: With 21 points from 14 games, Bournemouth is currently placed 9th in the points table, while Ipswich finds itself tottering at 18th position with 9 points. 

Head-to-Head record: Both teams have played each other 4 times in the Premier League, and all have ended in draws. 

TEAMS PREVIEW

Ipswich Town FC Preview

The Tractor Boys have defied expectations this season, proving to be a tough nut to crack in the league. Despite their relegation zone status, they've only been outclassed by two or more goals in three of their 14 games—and two of those losses came against giants like Manchester City and Liverpool. A testament to their grit and competitiveness! However, some of the results could have gone their way if not for a weak offence at the front of the pitch. 

Among the 20 teams that are playing in the league, it's Ipswich who has struggled to create chances the most. After the round of 14 matches, with an xG of 0.96 per game, the Tractor Boys have had the worst numbers in the league. Furthermore, they have recorded the 2nd lowest number of shots (135) in the league. And only thrice have they scored more than once in a match in 14 games. 

Ipswich Town have struggled at home recently, failing to win their last seven matches. A significant portion of their goals, approximately 31%, have come early in games, within the first 15 minutes. Liam Delap leads the team in scoring with six goals, contributing to their overall tally of 13 goals this season.

Team News  - The Irish winger, Chiedozie Ogbene, will miss the rest of the season due to an Achilles tear. 

Ipswich Town Probable XI - Muric (GK), O'Shea, Clarke, Greaves, Davis, Morsy, Cajuste, Burns, Clarke, Delap & Hutchinson

AFC Bournemouth Preview

Bournemouth followed up their chaotic 4-2 win over Wolves—featuring three penalties—with a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Spurs at home. Despite an incredible 21 shots, the Cherries could only find the net once, but that single strike was enough to secure their sixth win of the season and back-to-back triumphs.

Andoni Iraola has turned Bournemouth into a relentless, high-pressing, attack-first machine. Focused on direct football and seizing every opportunity, the Cherries boast an xG of 1.84 per game—ranking in the league's top five—and sit fourth for total shots this season.

Dean Huijsen made history by becoming the youngest Premier League goal scorer for Bournemouth at the age of 19. The Cherries have scored 21 goals this season, with a significant number of them coming in the final 15 minutes of matches.

Team News  - Luis Sinisterra is out with a thigh injury, but his return is expected soon. Julian Araujo and Alex Scott are also out. Lewis Cook returned to the squad and appeared as a substitute in their last game, and he hopes to play again this weekend.

Bournemouth Probable XI - Kepa   (GK); Smith, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Adams, Christie; Semenyo, Kluivert, Tavernier; Evanilson

IPSWICH TOWN FC vs AFC BOURNEMOUTH
Winning Prediction

Ipswich Town face a must-win clash against Bournemouth, needing a victory to keep their survival hopes alive. Their recent loss to Crystal Palace has widened the gap to the relegation zone, and they must now go all out. Bournemouth, despite two recent wins, remains vulnerable defensively, especially away from home.

However, Bournemouth is effective and dangerous when they have the opportunity to attack, making them the favorites for this clash. Bournemouth is favored to win with odds of 2.05, while Ipswich's odds are 3.68, and a draw is at 3.87.

AFC Bournemouth to Win (0-2)

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