Ipswich Town vs. Wolves Tips & Odds – 05/04/2025

• Fixture: Ipswich Town vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
• Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
• Venue: Portman Road Stadium, Ipswich, England

Match Preview

Ipswich Town and Wolverhampton Wanderers clash in a pivotal Premier League encounter at Portman Road this Saturday. Both teams are fighting to avoid relegation, with Ipswich languishing in 18th place on 17 points and Wolves sitting just above the drop zone in 17th with 26 points. With the season nearing its conclusion, every point matters, and this match could have significant implications for both sides.

Ipswich has struggled throughout the campaign, particularly in defense, where they’ve conceded a league-high 62 goals. Their recent form has been abysmal, with five consecutive defeats in the league. Their last outing against Nottingham Forest ended in a disappointing 4-2 home loss on March 15. Despite showing glimpses of attacking promise, their inability to keep clean sheets continues to haunt them. However, Ipswich will take solace from their December victory over Wolves—a hard-fought 2-1 win at Molineux that marked one of their few bright moments this season.

Wolves have fared slightly better but remain inconsistent. They picked up a crucial 2-1 win against Southampton on March 15 and managed a gritty draw against Everton earlier this month. While their defense has been more solid than Ipswich’s, they’ve still conceded 58 goals this season—highlighting vulnerability at the back. Wolves’ attacking unit, led by Matheus Cunha, has been their saving grace, and they will look to exploit Ipswich’s defensive frailties once again.

This fixture has historically favored Wolves, who have won three of the last five meetings between the sides. However, Ipswich’s December triumph could provide them with confidence heading into this match. With both teams desperate for points and tensions running high, fans can expect an intense and closely contested battle.

Key Players

Ipswich Town:

• Liam Delap: The young striker has been Ipswich’s standout player this season with 10 goals. His ability to find space and finish chances will be crucial for their attack.
• Sam Szmodics: A creative force in midfield with four goals to his name. His vision and passing could be key to breaking down Wolves’ defense.
• Omar Hutchinson: Known for his pace and dribbling skills on the flanks, Hutchinson could provide Ipswich with much-needed width and unpredictability.

Wolverhampton Wanderers:

• Matheus Cunha: Wolves’ top scorer with 13 goals and four assists this season. His movement and ability to finish clinically make him a constant threat.
• Jean-Ricner Bellegarde: The midfielder leads Wolves in assists (six) and plays a vital role in linking defense to attack.
• Rayan Aït-Nouri: A versatile full-back who contributes both defensively and offensively with three goals and five assists.

Prediction

This match is expected to be tightly contested given both teams’ precarious positions in the table. While Ipswich’s home advantage could play a role, their defensive issues might prove costly against Wolves’ sharper attack. Wolves are slight favorites due to their recent performances and attacking quality.

Predicted Score: Ipswich Town 1–2 Wolverhampton Wanderers

Betting Markets

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