Ipswich
LiverpoolIpswich host Liverpool at Portman Road in a Premier League clash on Friday, 4 September 2026. This early-season encounter sees a resurgent Ipswich side—unbeaten in their opening fixtures—face a struggling Liverpool team looking to rebuild momentum. The visitors arrive as clear betting favourites despite their inconsistent start, setting up a fascinating contest between form and reputation.
Ipswich have made a stunning start, winning all three opening matches and scoring 13 goals while conceding just 4. Their defensive solidity (80% rating) and recent victories over quality opposition highlight genuine early-season strength. Liverpool, conversely, sit 11th with only 2 points from two draws and one win, having conceded 11 goals already. However, they possess superior attacking credentials (67% vs 33%) and represent the stronger long-term proposition despite their current struggles.
The bookmakers make Liverpool heavy favourites at 1.60, with Ipswich outsiders at 5.25. The statistical model suggests a competitive match, predicting 45% draw probability and 45% away win probability, with 10% for a home victory. Over/Under markets favour the under, though BTTS Yes sits at 1.62, reflecting both teams' attacking potential.
Pick to watch: Liverpool arrive as clear market and prediction favourites despite shaky form. Their superior attacking rating and historical pedigree suggest they will find their rhythm against a Ipswich side still unproven at this level. Back Liverpool to win at 1.60 as the value play in this fixture.
Data in this analysis may differ from current values.
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| NR | TEAM | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Manchester City | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| 2 |  Hull City | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| 3 |  Arsenal | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 4 |  Chelsea | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 5 |  Brentford | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 6 |  Liverpool | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 7 |  Newcastle | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 8 |  Everton | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 9 |  Leeds | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 10 |  Brighton | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 11 |  Manchester United | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 12 |  Sunderland | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 13 |  Crystal Palace | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 14 |  Ipswich | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 15 |  Bournemouth | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 16 |  Nottingham Forest | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 17 |  Aston Villa | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 18 |  Tottenham | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 19 |  Fulham | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 20 |  Coventry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
