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Ipswich vs Liverpool Prediction: Key Stats and Betting Tips

Ipswich welcome Liverpool to Portman Road on 4 September 2026 in Premier League Regular Season - 3, with both sides looking to shape the early narrative of their campaigns. The newly-promoted hosts have already shown they can live at this level, while Liverpool arrive unbeaten but still searching for their first win of the season.

After two matches, Ipswich sit 12th with 3 points, having scored 4 and conceded 6. Liverpool are one place behind in 13th on 2 points, drawing both of their opening fixtures with a 4–4 aggregate goal record. With Portman Road again the venue – where Liverpool won 2–0 in August 2024 – this clash offers a useful benchmark for where both teams stand in the 2026 Premier League pecking order.

Stats suggest a high-tempo, attacking game. Both teams average 2.0 goals scored per match so far this season, but neither has kept a clean sheet. The prediction markets lean towards an away result, yet Ipswich’s strong home start and the recent head-to-head history at this ground ensure this is far from a formality for Liverpool.

Ipswich vs Liverpool Key Stats

  • Ipswich are 12th with 3 points from 2 matches (1 win, 1 loss, 4–6 goal record), while Liverpool are 13th with 2 points from 2 games (2 draws, 4–4 goals).
  • Liverpool have won both recent Premier League meetings: 4–1 at Anfield on 25 January 2025 and 2–0 at Portman Road on 17 August 2024.
  • In 2026 Premier League statistics, both sides average 2.0 goals scored per game, but neither has managed a clean sheet across their first 2 fixtures.

Ipswich vs Liverpool — Tale of the Tape

  • Position: 12 vs 13
  • Points: 3 vs 2
  • Goals For: 4 vs 4
  • Goals Against: 6 vs 4
  • Clean Sheets: Ipswich 0, Liverpool 0 (tournament statistics)

Early in the Premier League season, the table is compressed, but there are already clear stylistic markers. Ipswich’s 4–6 goal difference from 2 matches underlines a high-risk approach: they score freely (2.0 per game) but concede even more (3.0 per game). Their home record is encouraging, with a win and 2–1 goal return at Portman Road so far.

Liverpool’s two draws hint at a side still calibrating. They have scored and conceded 4 across 2 games, with identical 2–2 outcomes home and away. The defensive numbers are slightly better than Ipswich’s, but still far from elite. Both teams’ statistics show no clean sheets and no matches going over 2.5 goals yet, suggesting relatively open games where chances are created but scorelines remain contained.

Ipswich vs Liverpool Key Matchups

J. Enciso vs C. Gakpo

Julio César Enciso Espínola has quickly become Ipswich’s creative heartbeat. In 2 Premier League appearances (both starts, 161 minutes), he has delivered 2 assists, underlining his role as the primary chance creator. He averages 47 passes with 85% accuracy, 2 key passes, and has attempted 11 dribbles with 6 successful, while also contributing defensively with 2 tackles and 1 interception.

Facing him is Cody Gakpo, Liverpool’s standout attacker so far. Across 2 appearances (161 minutes, both starts), Gakpo has 1 goal and 1 assist, 3 shots (1 on target), 51 passes at 78% accuracy, and 5 key passes. He also works hard off the ball with 3 tackles and 4 interceptions. This duel between Ipswich’s main playmaker and Liverpool’s most productive attacker could decide which side controls the final third.

Emersonn vs Víctor Muñoz

For Ipswich, Emersonn offers a direct goal threat from the front line. In 2 starts (111 minutes), he has scored 1 goal from 3 shots (2 on target), added 3 key passes, and completed both of his 2 dribble attempts. His 18 duels with 8 won show he is willing to battle physically and stretch defences.

Víctor Muñoz has been a bright spark for Liverpool. In 2 appearances (1 start, 117 minutes), he has 1 goal, 3 shots (1 on target), and contributes across phases: 2 tackles, 1 block, 3 interceptions, and 18 duels with 7 won. He has also drawn 4 fouls and won a penalty, highlighting his ability to unsettle defenders. If Emersonn can exploit Liverpool’s back line, and Muñoz continues to win dangerous free-kicks and penalties, both could heavily influence the scoreline.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

Recent Premier League meetings between these sides have been one-sided in Liverpool’s favour, though Ipswich have shown they can compete for long spells, especially at Portman Road.

  • 25 January 2025: Liverpool 4-1 Ipswich (Premier League)
  • 17 August 2024: Ipswich 0-2 Liverpool (Premier League)

Ipswich vs Liverpool Prediction

Stats suggest a competitive but Liverpool-leaning encounter. Ipswich’s attacking output at 2.0 goals per game, combined with no failures to score and a strong home win already, indicates they can trouble Liverpool’s defence. However, conceding 6 in 2 matches, with a significant share arriving in the 31–45 and 61–75 minute windows, raises questions about their concentration around half-time and mid-second half.

Liverpool’s profile is more controlled: 2.0 goals scored and 2.0 conceded per match, no losses, and a clear pattern of scoring after the break (all 4 goals between 46–60 and 76–90 minutes). Predictions data gives Ipswich only a 10% chance of victory, with both the draw and Liverpool win rated at 45% each. That, combined with the head-to-head dominance and the market odds, points towards Liverpool avoiding defeat and likely edging a tight game.

Predicted Score: Ipswich 1-2 Liverpool

Ipswich Recent Form

Ipswich’s recent Premier League form reads as one win and one loss, reflecting a “WL” pattern. They have been involved in high-scoring matches, averaging 2.0 goals for and 3.0 against across 2 games. At home they have 1 win from 1, scoring twice and conceding once, and they have yet to fail to score in the league.

Liverpool Recent Form

Liverpool’s recent form is defined by consistency without cutting edge: two draws from two (“DD”). They have scored and conceded in both fixtures, with 2.0 goals for and 2.0 against on average. Their biggest trend is resilience – no defeats yet – but also a lack of a statement win to match their attacking potential.

Ipswich Possible Starting Lineup

GK: A. Palmer or D. Button; Defenders: L. Davis, I. Diop, C. Kipré, D. Furlong; Midfielders: J. Enciso, Florentino, A. Matusiwa, A. Fatawu; Forwards: Emersonn, C. Akpom.

Ipswich’s squad composition and early-season statistics point towards a 4-2-3-1 setup, which they have used in both league matches. Creative responsibility should again fall on J. Enciso and A. Fatawu between the lines, with Emersonn and C. Akpom offering penetration and finishing up front. With no clean sheets and a tendency to concede in clusters, the back four of L. Davis, I. Diop, C. Kipré and D. Furlong must tighten up, especially against Liverpool’s late surges.

Liverpool Possible Starting Lineup

GK: Alisson Becker; Defenders: V. van Dijk, R. Araújo, M. Kerkez, J. Gomez; Midfielders: W. Endo, A. Mac Allister, R. Gravenberch, F. Wirtz; Forwards: C. Gakpo, Víctor Muñoz or A. Isak.

Liverpool have also favoured a 4-2-3-1 structure, with G. Mamardashvili or Alisson Becker in goal and a back line anchored by V. van Dijk. In midfield, the technical quality of A. Mac Allister, R. Gravenberch and F. Wirtz supports a fluid attacking trio where C. Gakpo is central. Víctor Muñoz’s early-season form, including a goal and a won penalty, makes him a strong candidate to start in one of the wide roles. Defensive discipline will be key, as Liverpool have yet to keep a clean sheet.

Ipswich Team News

No significant absences reported.

Liverpool Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Ipswich:

  • None reported.

Liverpool:

  • None reported.

Betting Tips: Ipswich vs Liverpool

Exactly 3 distinct markets are highlighted below, using current form, head-to-head data and available odds.

  • Result Tip: Back Liverpool to win. Predictions give Ipswich around a 10% chance, with Liverpool and the draw each at 45%. The head-to-head record (two Liverpool wins, 6–1 aggregate) supports the away side. Market odds on Liverpool range from 1.57 to 1.68, implying an approximate 59.5–63.7% chance of an away win, making them clear favourites.
  • Goals Tip: Over 1.5 total goals. Both teams average 2.0 goals scored per match and have conceded in every league game so far. The prediction advice specifically points to “+1.5 goals”, and neither side has kept a clean sheet. While exact over/under odds are not listed, this looks a strong statistical angle given the attacking outputs and defensive vulnerabilities.
  • Value Tip: C. Gakpo to score or assist (player performance markets). Gakpo has 1 goal and 1 assist in 2 appearances, with 5 key passes and 3 shots, and is central to Liverpool’s attacking structure. For those with access to player specials, his dual threat offers value compared with the main match-winner market, where Liverpool are already heavily favoured at around 1.57–1.68.

Odds are accurate at the time of writing and subject to change. Please gamble responsibly.

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