In what is a real relegation six-pointer at the foot of the Premier League table, Ipswich will welcome Southampton to Portman Road on Saturday afternoon.
Continuing to show a string of issues since opening the New Year, Kieran McKenna’s men open Saturday’s showdown sat in the drop zone and bracing themselves for what is a must-win showdown in Suffolk.
Breaking a string of unwanted records this season and with one foot already back in the Championship, the Saints are already facing what would be a famous miracle in the race to keep hold of their top-flight status.
With all eyes falling on Portman Road this weekend, we have taken a look at some of the most appealing Ipswich vs Southampton bet builder tips.
A season-defining showdown for the Tractor Boys
While Ipswich might have signed off 2024 with a famous 2-0 victory against Premier League giants Chelsea, Saturday’s hosts have come crashing back down to earth in a worrying fashion.
Last seen falling to a 4-1 loss away at runaway leaders Liverpool, McKenna’s men have lost each of their previous three Premier League appearances by an aggregate score of 12-1.
Watching their goal difference take a major dent since opening the New Year, the former Manchester United coach will be more than aware that his squad faces a season-defining battle this weekend.
Getting Saturday’s showdown underway sat one-point adrift of safety, Ipswich have also gained a reputation for their extended Premier League issues at Portman Road.
However, despite losing five of their previous six top-flight matchups in Suffolk, the Tractor Boys did clinch a frantic 3-2 victory when they last welcomed Southampton to town for a Championship contest in April 2024.
Bet Builder Tip: Ipswich Town win @ 1/1 with 1xBet
Delap to play a leading role in Suffolk
While Ipswich might have a real scrap on their hands in the race to avoid an immediate Championship return, they also face major competition in the battle to keep hold of their striking sensation.
Although Liam Delap might have only arrived at Portman Road last summer following a permeant move from Manchester City, the 21-year-old finds his stock at a red-hot high.
With many feeling that a maiden call-up to England’s senior squad is on the cards before the end of the season, Delap has been heavily linked with a string of Premier League heavyweights.
Looking like he will be staying put in Suffolk come the end of the January transfer window, the ex-City youngster has already notched eight Premier League goals so far this season.
Set to play a crucial role in Ipswich’s charge for top-flight safety, there is no doubt that McKenna’s attacking talisman will be confident of extending on his Premier League flurry here.
Bet Builder Tip: Liam Delap to score anytime @ 6/4 with BetUS
A showdown between two leaky defences
While Ipswich might be smelling a golden chance to skyrocket their way out of the relegation zone this weekend, McKenna will certainly have a major headache over his side’s struggles at the back.
Slumping to a 6-0 drumming at home against Manchester City on January 19th, Saturday’s hosts have conceded 14 goals in just their last four Premier League appearances.
Likewise, along with recording just a single Premier League clean sheet since the middle of September, Southampton have also gained a reputation for their respective defensive issues.
Suffering another collapse last weekend as they fell to a 3-1 defeat at home against Newcastle, the Saints have now conceded 17 goals in just their previous six Premier League appearances.
Getting the New Year underway with a woeful 5-0 drumming at home against Brentford, Ivan Juric’s side have already shipped 53 Premier League strikes so far this season and hold the worst defensive tally among England’s elite.
Bet Builder Tip: Goal in both halves @ 8/11 with Dachbet
Ipswich Town vs Southampton Bet Builder Tips
- Ipswich Town win
- Liam Delap to score anytime
- Goal in both halves
ODDS – 8/1 with Vegas Land
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