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Ipswich vs Fulham Prediction: Key Stats and Betting Tips

Portman Road hosts a significant early-season Premier League clash on 10 October 2026 as Ipswich welcome Fulham. With both sides hovering in the lower half of the table after five rounds, this feels like a classic six-pointer even at this stage of the campaign.

Ipswich come into Matchday 6 sitting 11th with 6 points from 5 games. Their return to the top flight has been volatile but encouraging, with two wins and three defeats and a goal difference of 7–11. Fulham, by contrast, are already under pressure in 19th place on just 2 points, winless so far and officially sitting in the relegation zone.

The context adds extra spice: the sides played out two draws in the 2024 Premier League season, but Fulham have dominated many of the historical meetings. With Ipswich vs Fulham prediction queries and Premier League betting angles in focus, this fixture offers a tight market, a finely balanced statistical picture, and genuine jeopardy for the visitors if they leave Suffolk empty-handed.

Ipswich vs Fulham Key Stats

  • Ipswich are 11th with 6 points from 5 matches (2 wins, 3 losses), while Fulham are 19th with 2 points and no wins from 5.
  • The last two Premier League meetings (31 August 2024 and 5 January 2025) both ended level: 1–1 at Portman Road and 2–2 at Craven Cottage.
  • In 2026 Premier League statistics, Ipswich average 1.4 goals scored and 2.2 conceded per game; Fulham average 1.0 scored and 1.6 conceded.

Ipswich vs Fulham — Tale of the Tape

  • Position: 11 vs 19
  • Points: 6 vs 2
  • Goals For: 7 vs 5
  • Goals Against: 11 vs 8
  • Clean Sheets: Ipswich 0, Fulham 1 (2026 Premier League statistics)

After five games, Ipswich’s mid-table position reflects a high-variance start: they score at a healthy rate but leak goals heavily, with 11 conceded already. Their home record is split: one win and one defeat at Portman Road, with 2 goals scored and 3 conceded across those two fixtures.

Fulham’s situation is more concerning. Nineteenth place with 2 points from 5 matches and a goal difference of -3 underlines their slow start. They have yet to win, drawing two and losing three, and crucially have failed to score in both away games so far, with 0 goals for and 1 against on their travels. While their defensive numbers away from home look respectable, the lack of attacking output on the road is a clear red flag heading into this trip.

Ipswich vs Fulham Key Matchups

Emersonn vs T. Castagne

For Ipswich, Emersonn has been a key attacking outlet. In 5 Premier League appearances (all starts) he has scored 2 goals and provided 1 assist in 321 minutes, averaging a goal contribution roughly every 107 minutes. With 8 shots (4 on target), 4 key passes and 5 fouls drawn, he is both a direct threat and a player who can destabilise defences with movement and physical presence.

Fulham’s defensive leader in the data set is Timothy Castagne. The full-back has started all 5 league games, logging 410 minutes with 2 yellow cards but also contributing 1 assist, 4 tackles, 2 blocks and 4 interceptions. His 210 passes at 79% accuracy and 4 key passes underline his dual role as defender and outlet. Containing Emersonn’s runs while still offering width going forward will be a major test of Castagne’s discipline and decision-making.

J. Enciso vs A. Fatawu

Within Ipswich’s own ranks, the creative balance between Julio César Enciso and Issahaku Abdul Fatawu could shape their attacking pattern. Enciso, operating from midfield, has 2 assists from 5 starts and 415 minutes, backed by 14 shots (4 on target), 6 key passes and an impressive 84% pass accuracy. He is the side’s primary chance creator, also winning 9 fouls and attempting 21 dribbles.

Fatawu, listed as an attacker, offers directness and work rate: 5 appearances, 357 minutes, 1 assist, 4 shots, 8 key passes and 22 dribble attempts with 12 successful. However, his discipline is a concern — 3 yellow cards and 1 red in just five matches, plus 10 fouls committed. If Ipswich press high and look to transition quickly, Fatawu’s aggression can be a weapon, but another mistimed challenge could leave them short-handed again.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

The recent head-to-head history leans towards Fulham overall, but the most current Premier League clashes have been tight, with Ipswich far more competitive than in earlier Championship and cup encounters.

  • 5 January 2025: Fulham 2-2 Ipswich (Premier League)
  • 31 August 2024: Ipswich 1-1 Fulham (Premier League)
  • 1 November 2023: Ipswich 1-3 Fulham (League Cup)
  • 16 September 2020: Ipswich 0-1 Fulham (League Cup)
  • 2 January 2018: Fulham 4-1 Ipswich (Championship)

Ipswich vs Fulham Prediction

Stats suggest a finely poised contest. Ipswich’s recent form is patchy but more positive than Fulham’s, and the comparison model strongly favours the hosts in form (75 vs 25) and attacking metrics (58 vs 42), even if Fulham have a slight edge defensively (42 vs 58). Ipswich’s games tend to be open, with 7 scored and 11 conceded across 5 league matches, while Fulham’s away fixtures have been low scoring but marked by a blunt attack.

The prediction model gives Ipswich a 35% chance of victory, with a 35% probability of a draw and Fulham at 30%. That aligns with the bookmakers’ view of a marginal away-favourite market but with Ipswich having a strong “win or draw” profile. Given Fulham’s failure to score away so far and Ipswich’s ability to find the net in most outings, a tight home win or score draw feels the most plausible outcome.

Predicted Score: Ipswich 1-1 Fulham

Ipswich Recent Form

Ipswich’s recent Premier League form reads LWLLW across their last five fixtures. That sequence underlines their inconsistency: two wins but three defeats, with no draws. They have shown they can beat teams at this level but are vulnerable defensively, conceding in every match so far. Their attacking output of 1.4 goals per game keeps them competitive, yet lapses at the back, particularly early and in the final third of matches, remain a concern.

Fulham Recent Form

Fulham’s recent league form is LLLDD, reflecting a poor start. Three straight defeats were followed by two draws, hinting at some stabilisation but still no victory. They average 1.0 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per match, and notably have failed to score in both away fixtures. The lack of cutting edge on the road, combined with a defence that concedes regularly at home, explains their current position in the relegation zone.

Ipswich Possible Starting Lineup

With no confirmed lineups available, a likely Ipswich core based on squad and key performers could feature: A. Palmer (GK); L. Davis, I. Diop, C. Kipré, D. Furlong (defenders); S. Lukić, A. Matusiwa, J. Enciso, A. Fatawu, J. Philogene (midfield/wing roles); Emersonn (forward).

Ipswich have predominantly used a 4-2-3-1 structure in 2026 league play, and that shape suits their personnel. L. Davis offers attacking thrust from left-back with 2 goals and 1 assist already, while Enciso and Fatawu provide creativity and dribbling in advanced areas. Emersonn leads the line as a physical focal point. The main tactical question is how much license the full-backs receive, given Ipswich’s tendency to concede when stretched in transition.

Fulham Possible Starting Lineup

Fulham are also listed with a 4-2-3-1 base in their 2026 statistics. A plausible core XI from the available squad might include: B. Leno (GK); T. Castagne, J. Andersen, C. Bassey, A. Robinson (defenders); S. Berge, H. Reed (holding midfield); Oscar Bobb, A. Iwobi, R. Sessegnon (attacking midfield line); Rodrigo Muniz (striker).

This setup prioritises solidity at the back with Andersen and Bassey, while Castagne and Robinson can support in wide areas. In midfield, Berge and Reed bring work rate and control, with Iwobi and Bobb tasked with linking play to Muniz. However, given Fulham’s 0 goals scored away from home so far, the onus is on these attacking midfielders to take more risks and support the striker aggressively without leaving the back four exposed.

Ipswich Team News

No significant absences reported.

Fulham Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Ipswich:

  • None reported.

Fulham:

  • None reported.

Betting Tips: Ipswich vs Fulham

Exactly 3 distinct betting angles stand out from this matchup.

  • Result Tip: Double chance Ipswich or Draw. The prediction model leans slightly towards Ipswich (35% win probability) with an equal 35% chance of a draw and only 30% for Fulham. Ipswich’s stronger recent form and home advantage justify a safety-first angle. In the 1X2 market, home odds range roughly from 2.58 to 2.90 (implied probability about 34.5%–38.8%), while Fulham sit between 2.33 and 2.55 (about 39.2%–42.9%), showing a very tight market. A double-chance on Ipswich covers both the home win and stalemate in what should be a close contest.
  • Goals Tip: Under 2.5 goals. Ipswich average 1.4 scored and 2.2 conceded per game, but Fulham’s away matches have been extremely low scoring, with 0 goals for and 1 against across two trips. The recent Premier League head-to-heads in 2024 finished 1-1 and 2-2, but Fulham’s current attacking struggles on the road suggest a tighter affair. Look for an under 2.5 line if available at reasonable odds, given Fulham’s 0.0 average goals scored away and Ipswich’s potential to control tempo at home.
  • Value Tip: Emersonn to score anytime. Emersonn has 2 goals and 1 assist in 5 league starts, with 8 shots (4 on target) and consistent minutes as Ipswich’s central attacking figure. With Fulham yet to keep an away clean sheet beyond a single 1-0 defeat and Ipswich scoring in most of their matches, backing Emersonn in the goalscorer markets offers upside. Match-winner odds for Ipswich cluster around 2.70–2.90 (implied 34.5%–37.0%), so a goalscorer price above that range would represent attractive value relative to his involvement rate.

Odds are accurate at the time of writing and subject to change.
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