Ipswich vs Manchester City Prediction 01/19/2025 | Premier League

Match Overview

On January 19, 2025, Ipswich will face off against Manchester City at Portman Road in a Premier League match. The odds heavily favor the away team with Manchester City being the clear favorites to win.

Historical Face-Off

These two teams have met before on August 24, 2024, in a Premier League clash where Manchester City emerged victorious with a convincing scoreline of 4-1. It was an impressive performance from Manchester City as they dominated the game and showcased their attacking prowess. This will be their second encounter, and Ipswich will surely be looking for redemption.

Team Form: Ipswich

Ipswich has had mixed results recently across various competitions. In their last six matches, they have won two games but also suffered three defeats while managing one draw. Their goal-scoring record stands at seven goals scored and nine conceded during this period. Despite some positive performances, Ipswich currently finds themselves struggling in the league standings as they sit in the relegation zone at position 18 with only 16 points from their previous fixtures.

In their most recent match against Brighton in the Premier League, Ipswich fell short and lost by a scoreline of 0-2. This defeat highlighted some defensive vulnerabilities that need addressing if they are to compete against stronger opponents like Manchester City.

Team Form: Manchester City

Manchester City has been performing well overall this season but has experienced some inconsistency lately. In their past six matches played away from home across all competitions, they have secured three wins along with one loss and two draws. They boast an impressive scoring record of eighteen goals while conceding just six during these encounters.

Currently sitting sixth in the league table with thirty-five points accumulated so far this season, Manchester City is determined to climb higher up into contention for the top spots. In their most recent match against Brentford, they were held to a 2-2 draw despite dominating possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities.

Key Players Spotlight

For Ipswich, Samuel Szmodics has been in fine form recently, netting four goals in his last eighteen appearances. His ability to find the back of the net will be crucial if Ipswich hopes to challenge Manchester City’s defense.

On the other hand, Erling Haaland has been an outstanding performer for Manchester City this season. With Sixteen goals already under his belt from just twenty One matches played across Premier League, he poses a significant threat to any opposition defense.

Statistical Insights

Looking at key statistics from both teams’ recent performances provides some insights into their current form. Ipswich has struggled defensively as evidenced by conceding nine goals in their last six matches while only managing seven themselves. Their goal difference stands at -17 which is cause for concern.

Manchester City, on the other hand, boasts an impressive attacking record with eighteen goals scored during their away fixtures over the same period. However, they have also conceded six goals during these games which suggests that there may be vulnerabilities in their defensive setup that can be exploited by opponents like Ipswich.

Match Prediction: Ipswich vs Manchester City

Based on analysis of each team’s recent form and statistical trends observed throughout this analysis, it is highly likely that Manchester City will emerge victorious once again when facing off against Ipswich. The predicted outcome of this match is

Prediction: Ipswich 0 – 3 Manchester City