Ipswich Town vs Leicester City: Prediction, Team News, Lineups Preview
On Saturday afternoon, Ipswich Town will host Leicester City in a crucial Championship clash. Both teams have contrasting fortunes as they approach this match.
Ipswich Town’s Current Form
The Tractor Boys are in strong form, positioned third in the Championship standings. They have won their last three matches, including hard-fought victories against Watford, Swansea City, and Hull City. The latter match ended 1-0, showcasing Ipswich’s solid defensive capabilities.
- Championship Position: 3rd
- Recent Form: W W W
- Best Defensive Record in the Division
- Points at Home: 41
- Home Record: 1 defeat in 18 matches
With a game in hand, Ipswich is just three points behind second-placed Middlesbrough. Their effective game strategy has allowed them to maintain the best defensive record in the league, with recent clean sheets reflecting their improved performance.
Leicester City’s Struggles
In stark contrast, Leicester City finds itself in a precarious situation. The Foxes have not won in their last ten matches across all competitions. Their last Championship victory came against Derby County, more than a month ago.
- Championship Position: 23rd
- Recent Form: L L L D D
- Last Away Win: Against Derby County
Last weekend, Leicester faced a 2-0 defeat against Norwich City, marking a challenging start for their new manager, Gary Rowett. The pressure is mounting as they sit one point behind 21st-placed West Bromwich Albion.
Team News
For Ipswich, manager Kieran McKenna may consider bringing back Leif Davis and Wes Burns to the lineup after their impactful substitutions against Hull. Ivan Azon could replace George Hirst to introduce fresh energy into the attack.
On the Leicester side, Rowett will evaluate the fitness of Jordan James, who recently returned from injury. Potential inclusions for the starting eleven include Stephy Mavididi and Jordan Ayew, although Rowett might maintain consistency after his first defeat in charge.
Predicted Lineups
| Ipswich Town | Leicester City |
|---|---|
| Walton | Stolarczyk |
| Furlong | Pereira |
| O’Shea | Okoli |
| Kipre | Nelson |
| Davis | Thomas |
| Matusiwa | Winks |
| Taylor | Skipp |
| Burns | Fatawu |
| Nunez | Mukasa |
| Clarke | Cordova-Reid |
| Azon | Ayew |
Match Prediction
Given Ipswich’s recent form and Leicester’s ongoing struggles, the prediction leans heavily in favor of Ipswich Town, with a projected score of 3-1. This clash at Portman Road is pivotal for both teams, but Ipswich looks poised to capitalize on Leicester’s difficulties. Fans can expect an electric atmosphere as the Tractor Boys aim for another crucial victory.
