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>Everton vs Ipswich Town Prediction & Betting Tips – 19/09/2026
Everton welcome Ipswich Town to the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday 19 September for a Premier League fixture carrying distinct significance for both sides. The Toffees, sitting eighth after a run of two wins and two draws in their last four, will look to protect an unblemished home record this term. Ipswich, 13th and still finding their feet following promotion, arrive with back-to-back victories offering fresh momentum. With David Moyes and Gary O'Neil each plotting contrasting paths through the campaign, this encounter promises a compelling tactical contest.
Match Analysis
Everton enter this Premier League Round 5 clash as clear favorites at 1.80, backed by an unbeaten home record, superior attacking output, and the confirmed return of Jack Grealish as a creative starter under David Moyes.
- Everton average 1.7 goals scored per match versus Ipswich's 1.3, showing consistent attacking output.
- 15.7 shots per match compared to Ipswich's 11.0 highlights a dominant territorial edge at home.
- Everton are unbeaten in both recent H2H meetings, winning 2-0 at Portman Road in October 2024.
- Jack Grealish confirmed fit to start, adding a high-quality creative threat Ipswich's depleted midfield cannot handle.
Ipswich Town arrive at 4.50 facing a daunting task: a leaky defensive record of 2.7 goals conceded per match, and at least four confirmed absentees including Philogene, Taylor, Matusiwa, and Florentino stripping Gary O'Neil of key personnel.
- Ipswich concede a alarming 2.7 goals per match, the worst defensive rate in this fixture.
- Four confirmed absentees including Philogene and Florentino gut attacking depth and midfield balance.
- Ipswich have failed to win either recent meeting with Everton, losing 2-0 away in October 2024.
Key point: With Branthwaite absent and Ipswich's attack depleted, both teams carry defensive vulnerabilities; the double chance covering home or draw suits cautious backers alongside 1.80.
Form & Statistics: Everton vs Ipswich Town
Everton
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Ipswich Town
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Everton vs Ipswich Town: Head-to-Head
Average statistics (recent meetings)
Lineups: Everton vs Ipswich Town
Everton
Starters
- 1 Jordan Pickford
- 2 Röhl
- 3 James Tarkowski
- 4 Michael Keane
- 5 Vitaliy Mykolenko
- 6 Harrison Armstrong
- 7 Hayden Hackney
- 8 Brennan Johnson
- 9 Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall
- 10 Jack Grealish
- 11 Thierno Barry
Bench
- Ainsley Maitland-Niles
- James Travers
- Dara O'Brien
- Kamari Doyle
- Carlos Alcaraz
- George Graham
Absent
- Christian Nørgaard (injury)
- Jarrad Branthwaite (Hamstring injury setback, underwent surgery, out for several months.)
- Nathan Patterson (Foot injury and hernia surgery, sidelined for a few weeks.)
Ipswich Town
Starters
- 1 Kjell Scherpen
- 2 Dara O'Shea
- 3 Issa Diop
- 4 Jacob Greaves
- 5 Leif Davis
- 6 Saša Lukić
- 7 Exequiel Palacios
- 8 Abdul Fatawu
- 9 Julio Enciso
- 10 Daizen Maeda
- 11 Emersonn
Bench
- Darnell Furlong
- Caleb Kipré
- Andre Flemming
- Christian Walton
- Marcelino Núñez
- Issa Ouattara
- Nathaniel Clarke
Absent
- Florentino (injury)
- Azor Matusiwa (injury)
- Ashley Young (injury)
- Jaden Philogene (injury)
- Jack Taylor (injury)
- Sammie Szmodics (injury)
- Kasey McAteer (injury)
- Harrison Hackney (Unknown injury.)
- K. McAteer (Unknown injury.)
Low confidence
Both sides are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1, though it is worth treating these selections with caution as both XIs remain speculated rather than confirmed. Everton's shape will hinge on how effectively the double pivot screens a backline that has looked vulnerable in recent fixtures.
For Ipswich, the attacking trio behind Emersonn carries genuine pace and unpredictability, and their ability to exploit the channels against Everton's wide defenders could prove decisive at Goodison Park.
Our Verdict
Everton's home win at 1.80 represents our pick here. The Toffees boast superior attacking output, averaging 1.7 goals per match against Ipswich's 1.3, while conceding significantly fewer. Their unbeaten home record this season underpins that confidence. Ipswich's two consecutive defeats, including a blank against Liverpool, highlight defensive fragility on the road. Under 2.5 goals at 2.10 also appeals, given Everton's miserly defensive record of just 1.0 goals conceded per match. A controlled, low-scoring home victory looks the likeliest outcome.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bet for Everton vs Ipswich Town?
The strongest case here is for an Everton home win, available at 1.80. The Toffees carry superior attacking and defensive metrics, boast an unbeaten home record, and welcome Jack Grealish into the starting XI. Ipswich arrive with seven players sidelined, leaving their midfield and attack severely depleted. The balance of evidence points firmly toward a home victory.
What time does Everton vs Ipswich Town kick off?
The match kicks off at 14:00 UTC on Saturday, 19th September 2026. The fixture takes place at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, Everton's home ground. Be sure to check your local time zone to avoid missing the opening whistle of what promises to be a compelling Premier League encounter.
Where can I watch Everton vs Ipswich Town on TV?
Broadcast arrangements for Premier League fixtures vary depending on your territory and subscription package. In the United Kingdom, matches are typically shared between Sky Sports, TNT Sports, and Amazon Prime Video. We recommend checking your local listings or the official Premier League website to confirm which broadcaster holds the rights for this particular fixture.
What is Everton's recent record against Ipswich Town?
The recent head-to-head record favours Everton. In October 2024, the Toffees claimed a 2-0 victory away at Portman Road, before the sides met again at Hill Dickinson Stadium in May 2025, sharing a 2-2 draw. Everton have therefore gone unbeaten across both recent meetings, underlining their dominance over this Ipswich side.