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Ipswich Town vs Liverpool Odds
Liverpool is a heavy -182 moneyline favorite at soccer betting sites. Ipswich comes back as a +440 underdog, giving them an implied win probability of just 18.52%. A draw is priced at +370 odds.
The Reds have enjoyed themselves against the Blues, winning five straight meetings. These two met twice during the 2024-25 campaign, when Ipswich were briefly in the top flight, with Liverpool outscoring them 6-1.
Ipswich Town vs Liverpool Analysis
It didn’t take long for Ipswich to quickly find their way back to the Premier League. After a 19th-place finish two seasons ago, the Tractor Boys finished second in the Championship last term, earning automatic promotion to the top flight. Gary O’Neil’s men had an impressive return on matchday one, running out 2-1 winners against Sunderland on home soil, courtesy of a late goal from Jack Clarke. However, Sunday’s clash with Man United unfortunately brought Ipswich back down to earth.
The visitors were ripped apart by a Red Devils side hungry for a result after a shock defeat to Hull City in their season opener. Leif Davis managed to score the opener for the Blues, but after that, it was all United, who were led by Bruno Fernandes’ hat trick. It was a disappointing performance from Ipswich on both ends of the pitch, and they will need to clean it up at the back in a hurry because Liverpool’s frontline is daunting, despite the club’s lack of a victory.
The Merseysiders are looking to get back into the title discussion this term under Iraola, following a fifth-place finish last term. But, so far, it hasn't been the start Liverpool would’ve hoped for. Dominik Szoboszlai had to rescue his side on matchday one with a late penalty to walk away with a point against Newcastle, and summer signing Victor Munoz did the same on Saturday with a thumping finish against Nottingham Forest. It was his first goal for the club.
Liverpool’s biggest issue so far is their defensive vulnerability. That was also a problem last season and one of the main reasons they finished fifth. The Reds have conceded first in both games so far, which is always a difficult position to put yourself in. The likes of Alexander Isak, Cody Gakpo, Munoz, and Florian Wirtz have looked promising in the final third though. After seeing Ipswich allow five to United, the Reds’ attack should approach this match as a clear chance to hammer home some goals.
Ipswich Town vs Liverpool Injury News
Ipswich are expected to remain without Jaden Philogene due to an ankle injury and Jack Taylor because of a knee issue. Azor Matusiwa is also a doubt as he works his way back from a thigh problem, while Florentino Luís is progressing from a lower-leg injury and could be in contention. Emersonn will need to be assessed after suffering a knee problem during Sunday’s 5-2 defeat to Manchester United.
Liverpool continues to deal with several absentees, with Conor Bradley, Hugo Ekitike and Giovanni Leoni all sidelined by long-term injuries. Federico Chiesa missed the opening two Premier League matches after sustaining a minor muscle injury in pre-season, while Joe Gomez has also been recovering from a muscle problem and remains a doubt for Friday. Neither Chiesa nor Gomez has yet been officially confirmed as available for the trip to Portman Road.
Ipswich Town vs Liverpool Picks
Both teams have conceded more than they would’ve hoped so far, and Ipswich has shown the ability to score goals. Liverpool won’t have any issues finding the back of the net, either. We’ll see goals in Friday’s lone Premier League fixture.
Pick: BTTS (-164)/TonyBet
