Event Details
- Date and Time: Sunday, January 19, 2025, 11:30 AM ET
- Venue: Portman Road, Ipswich, England
- Competition: Premier League
| Odds via 20bet | |
| Ipswich vs Man City | Sunday, January 19, 2025, 11:30 ET |
| Ipswich Odds | +660 |
| Man City Odds | -313 |
| Draw | +440 |
| Over\Under | -233/+175 |
Ipswich vs Man City Preview
Ipswich
Kieran McKenna’s switch to a 5-4-1 has changed the course of Ipswich’s season in recent weeks, as they have moved out of the drop zone after picking up four points from their last two matches.
That has been reflected in their improving xGA after conceding just seven goals from a metric of 7.90. However, their attacking output will be questioned ahead of the visit of Man City, especially since Sammie Szmodics and Omari Hutchinson will be unavailable on Sunday.
Since reverting to a 5-4-1 formation, the Tractor Boys have scored just three goals from ten shots and an xG of 1.95. That will need to change if they are to lay a glove on City this weekend.
Man City
Pep Guardiola’s frustrations were visible in midweek, as Man City squandered a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 at Brentford. The result saw the champions lose more ground in the race to finish in a Champions League spot this term.
The champions will still have injury issues to address this weekend, as defenders Ruben Dias and John Stones both remain out.
However, Guardiola is likely to keep faith with the 4-2-3-1 formation, which has seen opposing sides limited to an xGA of 13.52, and scoring just eleven goals. It has also been a fruitful attacking formation, scoring 13 goals from an xG of 12.93.
Ipswich vs Man City Prediction
- Pick: Man City (-1)
- Odds: 2.13 (20Bet)
- Score prediction: Ipswich 0-2 Man City
Despite their stuttering performances, Man City should prove too strong for the Tractor Boys on Sunday. City looked lively in the final third against Brentford and should have easily secured maximum points.
Ipswich’s change in formation has limited the damage in a defensive regard, but their attacking output means that it is unlikely that they will secure a victory against the champions at Portman Road.
Ipswich vs Man City Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Under 2.5 Goals
- Odds: +175 (20Bet)
Despite the odds sensing that Ipswich could be well beaten this weekend, the evidence suggests a low-scoring affair. Therefore, under 2.5 goals makes appeal when making an Ipswich vs Man City prediction.
A sensible performance is likely by the champions after dropping points in midweek, while Ipswich’s poor xG and goal conversion has seen them limited to the fewest shots of any side from open play in the Premier League this term.
Ipswich vs Man City Where to Watch (USA, Canada)
- NBC (USA)
- Fubo TV (Canada)
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