The Matchday 31 clash in the Premier League between Ipswich and Wolverhampton will take place on April 5 at Portman Road. Ipswich vs. Wolverhampton: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Ipswich
In the last round, the club pulled off a sensational victory over Bournemouth (2-1), and this was achieved away from home. Prior to this, the team had a streak of four consecutive losses in the league. Notably, this was only the third time in the last 11 matches that the team conceded no more than one goal. Currently, Kieran McKenna's side remains in the relegation zone, but the gap from the safe 17th place is not critical – 9 points.
- In the last 11 Premier League matches, the club has secured only one victory (2 draws and 8 losses).
- Both teams scored in 7 of Ipswich's last 8 league games.
- At least three goals were scored in 7 of the club's last 9 Premier League encounters.
Projected lineup for Ipswich (5-3-2)
Alex Palmer – Dara O'Shea, Ben Johnson, Axel Tuanzebe, Cameron Burgess, Conor Townsend – Sam Morsy, Jens Cajuste, Julio Enciso – Nathan Broadhead, Liam Delap.
Wolverhampton
The club has won its last two league matches. First, they managed to defeat Southampton away (2-1), and then they overcame West Ham at home (1-0). This is the third such winning streak for the team in the current Premier League. Additionally, Wolverhampton is unbeaten in three consecutive Premier League matches (also drawing with Everton – 1-1). The club is in 17th place and maintains a 9-point lead over the bottom three.
- At least two goals were scored in 31 of the club's last 34 Premier League games.
- Wolverhampton has not lost in 5 of their last 7 league matches (4 wins and 1 draw).
- Both teams scored in 10 of the club's last 14 away Premier League matches.
Projected lineup for Wolverhampton (3-4-2-1)
Jose Sa – Matt Doherty, Tote Gomes, Emmanuel Agbadou – Rayan Ait-Nouri, Joao Gomes, Andre, Nelson Semedo – Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Marshall Munetsi – Jorgen Strand Larsen.
Forward Matheus Cunha continues to serve a 3-match suspension.
Referee
Peter Bankes (England)
Matches – 18 (Premier League, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 69;
Average yellow cards per match – 3.8;
Red cards shown – 1;
Average fouls per match – 20;
Penalties – 22%.
Ipswich vs. Wolverhampton: Match Prediction
In the first round, Ipswich unexpectedly defeated Wolverhampton away with a score of 2-1. There is a possibility that this time the Premier League newcomer will manage to overcome their closest competitor, or at least not lose. Wolverhampton is the main target for Kieran McKenna's side, as it is the only club they can still overtake in the standings to avoid relegation to the Championship.
Vitor Pereira's side won their last two rounds, but they managed to defeat their closest rivals in the standings. Additionally, the team lacks Matheus Cunha, who will miss the match due to suspension. The more motivated Ipswich will strive to collect three points, as there will not be such easy opponents until the last two rounds. Therefore, I prefer the prediction of "Ipswich to win or draw".
