Horse Racing analyst Will Smith has had a good look at all this weekend's ante-post markets, and provides a 7/1 EW selection in the Grade 2 novices' chase at Newbury on Friday.
Date published: November 28, 2023
In this comprehensive preview, we delve into the upcoming EFL Cup clash between Ipswich Town and Fulham, offering predictions, team news, and possible lineups for what promises to be an exciting encounter at Portman Road.
| Ipswich Town vs Fulham Betting Tips | ||
|---|---|---|
| Selection | Odds | Bookie |
| Draw | 53/20 |  |
| 2-2 | 12/1 |  |
Ipswich Town, flying high and on the cusp of a Premier League promotion, have been a revelation in this year’s EFL Cup campaign. In the third round, they orchestrated a stunning upset, eliminating Wolverhampton Wanderers with a jaw-dropping 3-2 victory. The Tractor Boys were down by two goals early, but they showcased their tenacity, with Chelsea loanee Omari Hutchinson and Freddie Ladapo leading the charge to secure an incredible comeback. This dramatic triumph has seen Ipswich secure a place in the last 16 of the EFL Cup for the first time since their memorable run to the semi-finals back in the 2010-11 season. In that year, they even managed to get the better of Arsenal in the first leg of their final-four tie before ultimately bowing out.
Their EFL Cup journey this season is not an isolated success story. Ipswich have been in impeccable form, with victories in each of their last four Championship games. Out of 16 matches this season, they have won an impressive 14 times. Their only two setbacks have been a narrow 4-3 loss to Leeds United and a 1-1 draw with Huddersfield Town. Currently, Ipswich stand just behind Leicester City in the second-tier rankings, with a game in hand. This EFL Cup clash against Fulham could serve as a valuable warm-up for their imminent top-flight encounters.
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Fulham, fresh from their triumph over Premier League leaders Tottenham Hotspur in the second round of the EFL Cup, can proudly claim the title of the only team to have beaten Ange Postecoglou’s side in a competitive fixture this season. Their third-round match against Norwich saw them secure a convincing 2-1 victory with goals from Alex Iwobi and Carlos Vinicius. They sealed their place in the last 16 without the need for a penalty shootout. Fulham’s previous two appearances at this stage of the EFL Cup have ended in disappointment, with a 2-0 loss to Manchester City in the 2018-19 edition and a 3-0 loss to Brentford in 2020-21. However, they enter Wednesday’s game after an applaudable 1-1 draw against Brighton & Hove Albion, extending their unbeaten Premier League run against the Europa League contenders.
Despite their recent impressive displays, Fulham have struggled on the road, failing to secure a win in their last five away matches. The visitors will be looking to overcome Ipswich Town once again, as they have done in their last five meetings. Their most recent clash, a 1-0 victory in the 2020-21 EFL Cup second round, demonstrates Fulham’s ability to navigate these encounters.
Ipswich Town: Hladky; Clarke, Woolfenden, Edmundson, Williams; Morsy, Taylor; Harness, Hutchinson, Ladapo; Hirst.
Fulham: Rodak; Castagne, Bassey, Ream, Ballo-Toure; Cairney, Palhinha, Pereira; Willian, Jimenez, Iwobi.
This encounter promises to be a thrilling one, with Ipswich Town’s formidable home record and Fulham’s impressive run in the EFL Cup. With six consecutive wins at Portman Road, Ipswich carry an attacking threat that Fulham cannot ignore. However, Ipswich’s defensive vulnerabilities may give Fulham’s talented attackers opportunities to shine. As a result, the 90 minutes may not be enough to settle this battle, and a penalty shootout could decide the outcome. With their big-game experience, Fulham’s players are well-placed to end Ipswich’s dreams of EFL Cup glory.
Prediction: Ipswich 2-2 Fulham
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