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

Ipswich Town FC vs Nottingham Forest FC Match Prediction & Analysis

Saturday’s Round 29 action includes a clash few have on their radar— Nottingham Forest, currently occupied in the top four, travel to Portman Road to face struggling Ipswich Town, who are desperate for a lifeline in their fight against relegation. Having faced three straight defeats in the Premier League, the Tractor Boys return to Portman Road, desperate for a turnaround. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest arrives with momentum, fresh off a home win over Manchester City and a hard-fought draw against Arsenal.

Current Standings: With 51 points (15 wins, 6 draws & 7 losses), Nottingham is currently placed 3rd in the league standings, while Ipswich finds itself way down the standings at 18th position with 17 points ( 4 wins, 8 draws, and 17  defeats).  

Head-to-Head Record: In all of five Premier League meetings, Nottingham Forest holds an edge, winning three, while Ipswich Town is still searching for their first victory—no draws in sight!

TEAMS PREVIEW

Ipswich Town FC Preview

Ipswich Town is in a desperate fight for Premier League survival, with a season full of struggles outweighing their fleeting moments of promise. Winless in their last five across all competitions, their woes include a painful FA Cup exit on penalties—at the hands of their upcoming opponents, Nottingham Forest. However, their record at home is far from comforting. 

Portman Road has been anything but a fortress for Ipswich Town, with just one home win all season, alongside four draws and nine defeats. Now, they face a tough test against a Nottingham Forest side that boasts the fourth-best away record in the league.

Key Stats

1. Ipswich Town are on a four match losing streak at home.
2. They have conceded in each of their last nine games in the Premier League.
3. Ipswich Town haven't won any of their last 14 Premier League matches against teams in the top three.

Team News 

Ipswich will be without key players, including Arijanet Muric, Axel Tuanzebe, Sammie Szmodics, Chiedozie Ogbene, Wes Burns, and Conor Chaplin, all sidelined with injuries.

Ipswich Town Probable XI - Palmer (GK), Tuanzebe, O'Shea, Greaves, Davis, Phillips, Cajuste, Clarke, Delap, Philogene & Enciso

Nottingham Forest FC Preview

After a rough streak of matches, Nottingham Forest has roared back to life! They battled to a hard-fought 0-0 draw against Arsenal and then stunned Manchester City with a gritty 1-0 victory, proving they’re not going to give away their hard earned current third place position. 

Nottingham Forest’s win over Manchester City has put them just four points behind second-placed Arsenal. With the Gunners set to face Chelsea this weekend, Forest has a golden chance to close the gap to just one point.

Key Stats 

1. Nottingham Forest is struggling away from home, heading into this clash on a three-match losing streak on the road.
2. Nottingham Forest conceded nine in their last three away games.
3. Nottingham Forest scores 20% of goals between 0-15 minutes.
4. Chris Wood is the Forest’s top scorer with 18 goals in the Premier League. 

Nottingham Forest Probable XI - Sels (GK); Aina, Murillo, Milenkovic, Williams, Danilo, Anderson, Gibbs-White, Elanga, Hudson-Odoi & Wood.

IPSWICH TOWN FC vs NOTTINGHAM FOREST FC
Winning Prediction

Nottingham Forest will aim to repeat their narrow 1-0 victory over Ipswich. With the Tractor Boys struggling at home, the odds may be in Forest's favor. However, Ipswich will not overlook Forest’s recent away troubles, setting the stage for a tense battle at Portman Road. 

Given their strong showings against Arsenal and Manchester City, Nottingham Forest will enter this clash as favorites. Their recent form suggests they have the edge, but Ipswich will be determined to defy the odds at Portman Road. Nottingham Forest is favored to win the match, with odds of 2.08 compared to Ipswich’s 3.60 and 3.55 for a draw.

Nottingham Forest to Win (1-0)

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