Chelsea vs Ipswich Town: Preview, Head-to-Head, and Predicted Lineups
Chelsea welcomes Ipswich Town to Stamford Bridge on Sunday, April 13, in a Premier League Round 32 clash. Kick-off is set for 15:00 CET. Below is our breakdown of the match, with a betting tip on the outcome.
Match Overview
Chelsea is riding high in European competition, pushing forward in the Conference League with sights set on their first continental trophy since 2021. If they go all the way, the Blues would make history as the first team to secure all UEFA club titles.
Domestically, Chelsea remains locked in a tense battle for a top-four finish. With seven fixtures remaining, they currently sit fourth and need to maintain momentum to secure Champions League football next season.
As for Ipswich, their return to the Premier League has been tough. The Tractor Boys have struggled to adapt and find themselves in the relegation zone. While mathematically still alive, their chances of survival are rapidly fading.
Curiously, Ipswich have claimed 13 of their 20 points on the road. Striker Liam Delap stands out as a silver lining in a difficult campaign, and he’s likely to draw interest in the upcoming transfer window.
Key Stats
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Chelsea are on a six-game home winning streak in the Premier League.
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Ipswich have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 13 outings.
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The Blues average 1.8 goals per home match, while Ipswich nets 1.2 goals per game on the road.
Probable Starting XIs
Chelsea:
Sanchez; James, Chalobah, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandes; Palmer, Neto, Sancho; Jackson
Ipswich Town:
Palmer; Tuanzebe, O’Shea, Burgess, Townsend; Morsy, Cajuste; Johnson, Taylor, Enciso; Delap
Head-to-Head History
Chelsea has dominated recent meetings at the Bridge, winning the last five home encounters with Ipswich.
Prediction & Betting Tip
With Champions League qualification on the line, Chelsea will be highly motivated to take all three points. Ipswich’s leaky defense and poor form suggest they won’t put up much resistance. Expect a professional, controlled performance from the hosts.
Best Bet: Chelsea to Win & Total Goals Under 4.5
Odds: 1.75