Ipswich vs Liverpool Prediction

Ipswich Town host Liverpool in the third round of the Premier League on 4 September at Portman Road. The newly promoted hosts have shown promise at home, defeating Sunderland 2-1 and Leicester 3-1 in the League Cup, though they suffered a heavy 5-2 defeat to Manchester United away. Liverpool, under new management, have made an unconvincing start with two 2-2 draws against Newcastle and Nottingham Forest. The visitors remain winless in the league and will be eager to secure their first victory, though Ipswich's home record suggests this will be a competitive encounter.

Form and H2H

Ipswich have won seven of their last ten matches at home, averaging 2.08 goals for and 1.44 against. Liverpool's away form is more modest, with just two wins in ten, averaging 1.68 goals for and 1.88 against. In their recent head-to-head meetings, Liverpool dominated with a 4-1 victory in January 2025, though Ipswich won 2-0 earlier in 2024. Both teams have shown defensive vulnerabilities this season—Liverpool have conceded four goals in two league matches, while Ipswich's defensive frailties were exposed at Old Trafford.

Best Bet

Both teams to score appears the most straightforward play. Ipswich have scored in seven consecutive matches and pose a genuine threat at home, while Liverpool's leaky defence has conceded in both opening league games. The visitors' attacking quality should ensure they find the net, making a both teams to score outcome highly probable in this fixture.

Odds to Watch

Liverpool's victory is available at 1.48 with 1Win and Mostbet, or 1.53 with 1xBet—reflecting the visitors' clear quality advantage despite their slow start. For those seeking higher odds, 1xBet offers 5.94 on an Ipswich win. The over 3.5 goals market presents an intriguing option given both teams' attacking intent and defensive vulnerabilities, though exact pricing varies across operators. Odds are subject to change; verify current prices before placing any bet.