Ipswich vs Leicester City Predictions

Ipswich vs Leicester predictions, betting tips and match previews for their Premier League clash. Will the Tractor Boys secure their first win of the season or it will be more misery for them? Read on for our free predictions and betting tips.

Premier League | Nov 2, 2024 at 3:00pm UK at Portman Road

Ipswich vs Leicester City Predictions

Can the Tractor Boys Finally Ride to Victory Against a Wobbly Foxes Side?

• Goal-Glut on the Cards: Ipswich have conceded in each of their last five games, while Leicester have done the same in four of their last five, promising an end-to-end affair.
• Delap’s Dominance: Ipswich’s Liam Delap has scored more than half of his side’s goals this season, marking him as a clear danger for Leicester’s leaky backline.
• Away Day Blues for Leicester: The Foxes have managed just one win away from home this season, a vulnerability Ipswich will look to exploit in front of their home crowd.

Our Tips

As the Premier League hits its stride, Ipswich Town and Leicester City prepare for what could be a season-defining clash at Portman Road. Both clubs, freshly promoted, have found the Premier League terrain treacherous, with Ipswich struggling more acutely. The Tractor Boys, despite flashes of quality, are yet to clinch a single victory from their nine opening fixtures, casting a long shadow over their return to England’s top tier. With just four points on the board, they are languishing in the relegation zone and face growing pressure to turn their season around.

Leicester, who rejoined the Premier League as Championship champions, have enjoyed a slightly smoother journey, albeit one still marred by inconsistency. With nine points and two wins to their name, the Foxes sit five points clear of Ipswich, a slim buffer that could evaporate if they falter this weekend. However, recent losses to Nottingham Forest and Manchester United suggest Leicester are still vulnerable, especially on the road, where they have managed only a single victory this season.

Best Bet: Both Teams to Score

Given the defensive fragilities displayed by both teams, a “Both Teams to Score” wager appears to be the most reliable prediction for this fixture. Ipswich, in particular, have been incredibly porous at the back, conceding 20 goals in their nine league outings so far, an unenviable record that highlights their defensive struggles. Leicester have not been significantly sturdier, having let in 17 goals over the same period, signalling that both teams are well-versed in defensive lapses. For a match like this, where both sides are desperate for points and boast goal-hungry strikers, goals seem all but guaranteed.

Ipswich’s frontman Liam Delap has been one of the bright spots in an otherwise gloomy season for the hosts. Delap has netted five goals, accounting for more than half of Ipswich’s tally. Known for his relentless energy and keen eye for goal, he has been the primary offensive weapon for Ipswich, frequently finding himself at the end of scoring opportunities. His prowess is underscored by his remarkable 16 shots this season, with eight of those being on target—a clear signal that he is capable of troubling any defence he encounters. Against a Leicester side who have kept just one clean sheet, Delap will likely fancy his chances of adding to his tally.

On the flip side, Leicester’s own forward line has shown promise, particularly with Jamie Vardy leading the charge. Although not the prolific scorer he once was, Vardy’s experience and precision remain assets for the Foxes. He has already bagged four goals, and with the additional support of Facundo Buonanotte, who has netted three times, Leicester’s attack has the capability to breach Ipswich’s defence, which has failed to secure a clean sheet in five consecutive matches. Moreover, both teams have demonstrated a consistent trend of conceding, with Ipswich’s matches seeing both teams score in four of their last five games, a statistic mirrored in Leicester’s previous fixtures.

BettingTips4You.com expert Steve Harrington sums it up best: “With both sides leaking goals and showing promise in attack, expecting a scoreless match would be wildly optimistic. The defensive shortcomings and attacking intent of Ipswich and Leicester suggest that backing both teams to score is not only safe but a near certainty.”l efficiency, and with a packed Anfield behind them, this bet represents a pragmatic yet rewarding choice.

Correct Score Prediction: Ipswich 2-1 Leicester

While both sides are expected to score, Ipswich could edge this encounter with a narrow 2-1 victory. The reasoning behind this prediction centres on Ipswich’s improved attacking potency and Leicester’s persistent defensive vulnerabilities. Ipswich’s recent matches have seen them give strong showings in attack, even against tough opposition. They nearly managed a comeback against Brentford, scoring three goals despite playing with ten men—a feat that underscores their ability to break down defences when on the front foot.

Leicester, on the other hand, have been shaky on the road, with one away win all season, and they struggled to cope with the relentless pace and intensity displayed by Nottingham Forest and Manchester United in recent losses. Furthermore, Ipswich’s home advantage could tip the scales, as the Tractor Boys will be backed by a passionate crowd eager to see their first Premier League win in over two decades. This local support, combined with Delap’s goalscoring form, might just be enough for Ipswich to secure a 2-1 victory over their struggling rivals.

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