Ipswich Town vs Arsenal: Betting Odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore our detailed preview for Ipswich vs Arsenal in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 14:00 BST match.

Fixture: Ipswich vs Arsenal
Date: Sunday 20 April 2025
Kick-off: 14:00 BST
Venue: Portman Road

The match at Portman Road is likely to be a challenging one for both teams. Ipswich, fighting for survival, will look to capitalise on their home advantage and the potential vulnerabilities in Arsenal's squad due to injuries. Arsenal, on the other hand, will aim to secure a crucial three points to maintain their position in the top-four race.

Expect a tightly contested game with both teams showing determination and tactical discipline. Arsenal's quality and depth, even with injuries, should give them the edge, but Ipswich's desperation for points could make this a closer affair than expected.

Match Prediction: Ipswich 1-2 Arsenal

Ipswich Town have been struggling to find consistency this season, with their recent form reflecting their battle against relegation. Their last five league matches have been a mix of draws and losses, with a single victory away at Bournemouth. This win was a rare bright spot in an otherwise challenging campaign.

Last 5 league matches:

• Draw: 2-2 vs Chelsea (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Wolves (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Bournemouth (A)
• Loss: 2-4 vs Nott'm Forest (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Crystal Palace (A)
  

Arsenal have been in a competitive position, fighting for a top-four finish. Their recent form has been solid, with a mix of wins and draws. They have shown resilience, particularly in their home games, but have struggled to convert draws into wins away from home.

Last 5 league matches:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Brentford (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Everton (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Fulham (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Chelsea (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Man United (A)
  

Historically, Arsenal have had the upper hand in matches against Ipswich Town. They have only faced each other once since 2002, and Arsenal came out on top at the Emirates.

• Arsenal 1-0 Ipswich (27 December 2024)
• Arsenal 2-0 Ipswich (21 April 2002)
• Ipswich 0-2 Arsenal (01 December 2001)
• Arsenal 1-0 Ipswich (10 February 2001)
• Ipswich 1-1 Arsenal (23 September 2000)
  

• Arijanet Muric (Shoulder) - Out
• Chiedozie Ogbene (Achilles) - Out
• Jaden Philogene-Bidace (Knee) - Out
• Kalvin Phillips (Knock) - Doubtful
• Omari Hutchinson (Hamstring) - Doubtful
• Sammie Szmodics (Ankle) - Out
• Wes Burns (Knee) - Out
  

• Jorginho (Rib) - Doubtful
• Kai Havertz (Hamstring) - Out
• Riccardo Calafiori (Knee) - Doubtful
• Gabriel Jesus (Knee) - Out
• Takehiro Tomiyasu (Muscke) - Out
  

Palmer; Tuanzebe, O'Shea, Burgess, Davies; Morsy, Cajuste; Clarke, Enciso, Johnson; Delap

Given the injuries, Ipswich might opt for a 4-2-3-1 formation to maximise their attacking options while maintaining a solid defensive structure.

Raya; Timber, Saliba, Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly; Partey, Rice, Ødegaard; Saka, Merino, Martinelli

Arsenal may need to adapt their usual 4-3-3 formation due to the absence of key players, potentially shifting to a more conservative approach.

• Liam Delap vs William Saliba: Delap has been a bright spot for Ipswich, and his battle with Arsenal's solid defender Saliba could be crucial. Delap's ability to find space and finish could test Saliba's defensive prowess.
• Declan Rice vs Sam Morsy: Both midfielders are pivotal to their teams' strategies. Rice's ability to control the game and distribute the ball will be challenged by Morsy's tenacity and defensive work rate.
• Bukayo Saka vs Leif Davis: Saka's creativity and goal-scoring threat will be a significant challenge for Davis, who will need to be at his best to contain the Arsenal winger.
  

Arsenal have lost just two of the last 18 meetings with Ipswich in all competitions.

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