The Matchday 15 encounter in the Premier League between Ipswich and Bournemouth will take place on December 8 at Portman Road. Ipswich vs. Bournemouth: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Referee: Michael Salisbury (England)
Matches – 15 (Premier League, 2023/24–2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 56;
Average yellow cards per match – 3.7;
Red cards shown – 4;
Average fouls per match – 24;
Penalties – 40%.
Predicted lineups for Ipswich vs. Bournemouth
Ipswich (4-3-3): Vaclav Hladky – Janoi Donacien, Luke Woolfenden, Cameron Burgess, Leif Davis – Sam Morsy, Massimo Luongo, Jack Taylor – Conor Chaplin, Nathan Broadhead, George Hirst.
Bournemouth (4-2-3-1): Neto – Max Aarons, Lloyd Kelly, Marcos Senesi, Milos Kerkez – Lewis Cook, Philip Billing – Dango Ouattara, Ryan Christie, Justin Kluivert – Dominic Solanke.
Ipswich
Ipswich is enjoying a strong season in the Premier League, currently sitting comfortably in the top half of the table. Their home form has been particularly impressive, with the team securing victories in 4 of their last 5 matches at Portman Road. The Tractor Boys have been solid defensively, conceding just 3 goals in those 5 games.
- Ipswich has scored at least two goals in 4 of their last 5 home matches in the Premier League.
- They have kept a clean sheet in 3 of their last 5 home games.
- The number "2" has appeared in the scoreline at the end of regular time in 4 of Ipswich's last 6 home matches.
Bournemouth
Bournemouth has struggled on the road this season, failing to win any of their last 5 away matches in the Premier League. The Cherries have found it difficult to keep opponents at bay, conceding 12 goals in these outings. However, they have managed to score in 4 of their last 5 away games.
- Bournemouth has not won in regular time in their last 5 away matches in the Premier League (1 draw, 4 losses).
- Both teams have scored in 4 of Bournemouth's last 5 away games.
- At least three goals have been scored in 4 of Bournemouth's last 5 away matches in the Premier League.
Ipswich vs. Bournemouth: Match Prediction
Ipswich has been solid at home, showcasing a strong defensive setup, while Bournemouth struggles to secure points on the road. Given Ipswich's strong form at Portman Road and Bournemouth's defensive vulnerabilities, this match could see Ipswich taking advantage of their home conditions.
Considering these aspects, my prediction: Total under 2.5 goals
