Wins have been in short supply for both Ipswich and Everton this season, meaning this weekend’s Premier League showdown is a fascinating contest between the teams.
The Tractor Boys have gained plaudits for their style of play, but Kieran McKenna may be forced to re-assess their formation after conceding 14 goals in the opening seven matches.
Things have been looking slightly better for Everton in recent weeks. The Toffees have taken five points from their last three matches, which included a first win of the season against Crystal Palace on matchday six.
Odds
Ipswich are narrowly preferred in the odds to claim victory this weekend, but Everton at +191 could be an interesting selection on the moneyline.
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Ipswich | +143 |
| Draw | +240 |
| Everton | +191 |
Ipswich Unbeaten in EPL Clashes Between Sides
| Total | Ipswich | Everton | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Premier League Games | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Goals | 8 | 7 | 1 |
Ipswich’s record against Everton since 2000 is fascinating. The Tractor Boys have won three of the last four meetings, keeping a clean sheet on three occasions.
However, it is worth mentioning that this is the first meeting between the teams since February 2002. Under 2.5 goals has been a winning selection in two of the last three.
🚨⚽ TIP: Under 2.5 Goals @ +100
Ipswich vs. Everton Key Stats
- Ipswich are winless in their opening seven matches in 2024-25. This is their joint-longest wait for a victory in the top-flight since 1969-70.
- Everton’s 0-0 draw against Newcastle was their 106th in EPL history.
- Since the start of last season, only Liverpool and Arsenal have kept more clean sheets than the Toffees.
Ipswich Team News
Jens Cajuste is the only injury concern for the Tractor Boys this weekend. The midfielder is expected to return in mid-November.
Liam Delap will once again lead the line for Ipswich after starting the season in impressive form with four goals in seven appearances.
Possible Lineup
Arijanet Muric (GK); Ben Johnson, Dara O’Shea, Jacob Greaves, Leif Davis, Kalvin Phillips, Sam Morsy, Wes Burns, Omari Hutchinson, Chiedozie Ogbene, Liam Delap
Everton Team News
Seamus Coleman isn’t expected back for the Toffees until the start of November, while Nathan Patterson and Youssef Chermiti could both be fit enough to return to the Everton bench.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin will once again lead the forward line. Summer signing Armando Broja is still out with an Achilles tendon injury.
Possible Lineup
Jordan Pickford (GK); James Garner, James Tarkowski, Jarrad Branthwaite, Ashley Young, Orel Mangala, Abdoulaye Doucoure, Jack Harrison, Dwight McNeil, Iliman Ndiaye, Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Ipswich vs. Everton Prediction
I enjoy watching Ipswich play, but their open nature when the ball is turned over is something that will need to change if they are to avoid the drop this season.
Everton are incredibly savvy when it comes to picking up points against teams around them in the Premier League, and their strong defensive backbone makes them the pick on Saturday.
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