Football Prediction | Fulham vs Ipswich Town | English Premier League | January 5 – Can Fulham Maintain Their Unbeaten Run and Push for a Top-Six Spot?

Premier League action continues as Fulham hosts Ipswich Town at Craven Cottage on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at 8:00 PM (GMT). With both teams eager to secure valuable points, this match promises an exciting battle of styles and strategies. Fulham, under Marco Silva, will aim to leverage their home advantage, while Ipswich Town, led by Kieran McKenna, seeks to overcome their underdog status and cause an upset.

Fulham vs Ipswich Town Form Guide

Fulham

Fulham has been impressive in their attacking approach this season, excelling in wing play and creating opportunities with through balls. Players like Alex Iwobi and Raúl Jiménez have been crucial in their offensive game, delivering goals and assists regularly. However, defensive lapses in aerial duels and set-piece situations remain their Achilles heel.

Ipswich Town

Ipswich Town has demonstrated strength in aerial duels and defending set pieces, traits that have served them well in tight games. Despite their efforts, weaknesses in finishing, ball possession, and defending against through-ball attacks have hindered their ability to secure consistent results. Liam Delap, their top scorer, will need support from his teammates to make an impact against Fulham’s defense.

Fulham vs Ipswich Town Key Battles

Raúl Jiménez vs Liam Delap

Jiménez, Fulham’s top scorer with six goals, faces off against Ipswich’s Liam Delap, who leads his side with seven goals. Both strikers will be pivotal in breaking down the opposition’s defense.

Alex Iwobi vs Leif Davis

Iwobi’s contributions with eight goal involvements make him a key creative force for Fulham, while Davis’s defensive discipline will be crucial in countering Fulham’s wing play. 

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Fulham vs Ipswich Town Tactical Outlook

Marco Silva’s team is expected to dominate possession, utilizing their attacking strengths down the wings and delivering crosses into the box. Their width and consistency in the starting eleven could trouble Ipswich’s defense, but vulnerabilities in aerial challenges and set-piece defending could pose a risk.

Ipswich Town will likely adopt a counter-attacking strategy, relying on long balls and shots from distance. Their rotation-heavy squad brings unpredictability, but defensive frailties against skillful players and through-ball attacks may leave them exposed.

Head-to-Head Encounters

Fulham and Ipswich Town have met 11 times in recent history, with Fulham winning six matches, Ipswich securing three victories, and two games ending in draws. With odds favoring Fulham at 1.57 to win, Ipswich will need to deliver a standout performance to overturn the predictions.

Injury News and Suspensions

Fulham

Fulham faces mounting injury concerns as Harrison Reed is listed as doubtful with a knee injury. Kenny Tete is out until late February 2025 due to a knee injury, and Reiss Nelson will remain sidelined until mid-February with a hamstring issue. Additionally, Sander Berge is doubtful for the upcoming matches because of an ankle injury.

Ipswich Town 

Ipswich Town also faces significant setbacks in their squad. Axel Tuanzebe is out until early February 2025 due to a hamstring injury, while Chiedozie Ogbene will be sidelined until early May with an Achilles tendon injury. Cieran Slicker is doubtful due to a muscle injury, George Hirst is out with a knee injury until late January 2025, and Massimo Luongo is expected to recover from illness by mid-January 2025.

Fulham vs Ipswich Town Possible Playing Squads

Fulham

Leno (GK), Bassey, Andersen, Diop, Robinson, Pereira, Lukic, Castagne, Iwobi, Jiménez, Wilson

Ipswich Town

Walton (GK), Davis, Greaves, Woolfenden, O’Shea, Cajuste, Morsy, Broadhead, Hutchinson, Burns, Delap

Match Details at a Glance

Match Prediction

Fulham’s home advantage and attacking prowess are likely to outweigh Ipswich’s defensive resilience. While Ipswich could pose a threat on set pieces, Fulham’s superior form and quality should see them through.

Score Prediction

Fulham is expected to secure a 2-1 victory over Ipswich Town in their upcoming match. With their superior quality and home advantage, Fulham should dominate key moments of the game. Ipswich might put up a spirited fight, possibly finding a goal through a counterattack. However, Fulham’s attacking depth and experience should see them clinch the win.