Ipswich Town vs Hull City Predictions for Saturday’s Championship clash. Currently ranked among the top six in the Championship, Ipswich Town will face off against Hull City at Portman Road this Tuesday evening. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.
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Ipswich vs Hull City Predictions
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A Clash of Championship Heavyweights
Key Stats
– Hull City haven’t lost consecutively to Ipswich in 64 years.
– Aaron Connolly of Hull City boasts an impressive tally of five goals in nine league matches.
As the cold October evening descends, Portman Road will play host to a thrilling encounter between two of the Championship’s top six contenders: Ipswich Town and Hull City. Both teams head into this fixture after registering 1-1 draws in their previous matches. But while a mere six points separate the two teams, their recent forms hint at a fiercely competitive match, echoing the dynamics of the Championship’s early stages.
Recalling Recent Rendezvous
Ipswich, under the guidance of Kieran McKenna, have shown remarkable resilience. A recent draw against a rejuvenated Huddersfield Town, managed by the newly-appointed Darren Moore, showcases Ipswich’s determination. While they had momentum from prior successes, including a dramatic victory over Blackburn Rovers and a triumphant EFL Cup turnaround against Wolves, they had to settle for a point against Huddersfield, thanks to the late intervention by substitute Brandon Williams.
State of the Table
Ipswich’s solid performance places them just two points behind table leaders Leicester City. Having achieved promotion from League One just last season, they’ve adapted exceptionally well to the Championship’s demands. One notable hiccup was their 4-3 loss to Leeds United in August, but Ipswich’s record, especially at home, has been nothing short of remarkable. They’ve netted at least twice in 14 consecutive league games at Portman Road, averaging 3.5 goals a match. An impressive feat, indeed!
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Interestingly, midweek fixtures seem to be Ipswich’s forte, having not lost a single one since December 2021. This stat might be a psychological advantage heading into Tuesday’s clash.
But Hull City, helmed by Liam Rosenior, will not be pushovers. Their last encounter with Ipswich in 2021 resulted in a 2-1 win for the Tigers. History leans towards Hull as they haven’t suffered back-to-back league losses against Ipswich in an astounding 64 years. The Tigers have a dominant record on Ipswich soil, triumphing in their last six visits from 2011 to 2020. Furthermore, Rosenior’s men arrive in Suffolk on a high, maintaining an unbeaten run and securing victories in their last three away fixtures.
Players to Watch and Tactical Insights
The home side will see a significant boost with the return of their captain, Sam Morsy, after serving a suspension. On the other hand, Lee Evans may be sidelined due to a knee injury, and Nathan Broadhead might miss out due to a thigh problem. Hull will be buoyed by the return of Jacob Greaves, while Ozan Tufan remains doubtful.
A notable player to watch out for is the Republic of Ireland forward, Aaron Connolly. Having scored five goals in nine league games, he’s anticipated to lead the Hull line, possibly edging out Liam Delap.
Predictions
- Match Result: Considering the data, a prediction leaning towards a home win for Ipswich seems plausible. Their formidable home record, combined with Hull City’s inconsistency, particularly in defence, supports this. Though Hull has a commendable record at Portman Road, current forms suggest Ipswich might edge this one.
- Correct Score Prediction: Given Ipswich’s scoring spree at home and Hull’s recent attacking form, a 2-1 victory in favour of Ipswich appears to be a balanced prediction.
- Goalscorer Prediction: Aaron Connolly is the man in form for Hull City, netting five goals in nine league games. It seems likely he’ll get on the scoresheet.
- Corner Prediction: Hull, on average, secures more corners than Ipswich. Predicting Hull to have more corners in the match, with a total corner count for both teams being around 12, seems a reasoned bet.
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