Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the English Premier League match.
A win in this fixture will carry only symbolic value for either side. Everton cannot finish higher than 13th, while Ipswich have already been relegated to the Championship.
Everton
Everton's longest unbeaten run in the English Premier League for many years—nine matches without a loss—is now behind them. That sequence helped the team secure safety ahead of schedule and allowed for more relaxed performances. However, since the beginning of April, they have managed just one win in five games, surprisingly away at Nottingham Forest (1:0). One consistent trait under David Moyes has remained: even in defeat, the team rarely concedes heavily. The most they have allowed was two goals, against Manchester City. Across the last five matches, Everton have averaged just one goal conceded per game.
Ipswich Town
Ipswich Town cannot boast similar defensive resilience. Throughout the spring, they suffered a 2:4 defeat to Nottingham Forest, a 0:4 loss to Arsenal, and a 0:3 result against Newcastle United. At times they have found the net, such as the 2:2 draw with Chelsea, although that result came against a side known for inconsistent defending.
Everton vs Ipswich Town Prediction
Everton defeated Ipswich Town (2:0) away from home in the reverse fixture, making the most of their chances: eight of their eleven shots were on target. Ipswich Town actually had more attempts (13), but only two were on target, and Jordan Pickford—undoubtedly one of the key assets for Everton—was in goal. Based on that, we expect a clean sheet win for the hosts.
