Hull vs Ipswich Lineups, Prediction, Best Bets & Odds

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Hull vs Ipswich Match Summary

Two newly promoted clubs tipped to drop straight back to the second-tier Championship meet at MKM Stadium on Saturday, and both Hull and Ipswich arrive on 10 points in the Premier League.

Hull won their first two games of the season, against Manchester United and Coventry, but haven't won since. Sergej Jakirovic's side keep picking up points, though, and remain unbeaten at home.

Ipswich have done most of their damage at home and have taken only three points on the road. But Gary O'Neil's squad pushed Manchester City close in their last away game.

Recent history favors the visitors. Ipswich are undefeated in their last five matches against Hull in all competitions, and they won't be intimidated by the trip.

Hull vs Ipswich Form

Hull have failed to win their last six matches in the Premier League, which is a sharp comedown from their perfect start. Home is what's keeping them afloat, because they're still unbeaten there. Oliver McBurnie is the focal point up top, but the draw with Brentford showed he needs more help around the box.

Ipswich come in off a draw with Nottingham Forest. After that game, Gary O'Neil admitted he'd switched to a more direct, compact setup because his open shape kept getting caught in transition. Their standout strength is coming back from losing positions, and Julio Enciso and Emersonn are the regular attacking spine.

Hull vs Ipswich Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Hull: Eliot Matazo (Injured/out), Ilyas Ansah (Injured/out), Darko Gyabi (Injured/out), Matt Targett (Injured/out), Charlie Hughes (Injured/out), Lucas Gourna-Douath (Injured/doubtful), Jack Butland (Injured/doubtful), Nobel Mendy (Injured/doubtful)

Ipswich: Saša Lukić (Injured/doubtful)

Hull

Hull's injury list is still long, but Jack Butland, Lucas Gourna-Douath, and Nobel Mendy all have a chance of returning. Sorba Thomas and Matt Crooks will be hoping to feature after both were left on the bench against Brentford.

Ipswich

Saša Lukić has missed the last two games with a groin problem but is hoping to return. Otherwise, the visitors' side of the Hull vs Ipswich lineups should be settled, with Ipswich likely to name an unchanged side from the draw against Nottingham Forest.

Hull vs Ipswich Predicted Lineup

Hull

Formation: 5-4-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: Konstantinos Tzolakis, Ryan Giles, Lucas Herrington, John Egan, Semi Ajayi, Lewie Coyle, Elliot Stroud, Regan Slater, Tim Iroegbunam, Mohamed Belloumi, Oliver McBurnie

Ipswich

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: Kjell Scherpen, Leif Davis, Dara O'Shea, Issa Diop, Abdoul Ouattara, Florentino, Exequiel Palacios, Jaden Philogene, Julio Enciso, Abdul Fatawu, Emersonn

Hull vs Ipswich Key Stats & Match Facts

• Hull have failed to win their last six matches in the Premier League.
• Ipswich are undefeated in their last five matches against Hull in all competitions.
• Ipswich have won four of the previous meetings between these clubs. Hull have won one, and the other ended in a draw.
• Hull remain unbeaten at home this season. Ipswich have collected only three points on the road.
• Oliver McBurnie made his 50th appearance for Hull in the draw with Brentford.

Hull vs Ipswich Talking Points

The matchup to watch is Hull's counterattack against an Ipswich backline that has trouble defending one. Hull are at their best when they break quickly, play long balls, and attack down the right. Jakirovic has said his side need to get more bodies around Oliver McBurnie in the box so he isn't fighting defenders on his own. That plan goes straight at a real Ipswich weakness — they're vulnerable to counters, through balls, and attacks down the wings, which is exactly why O'Neil has switched to a more compact shape.

The catch is that Hull struggle to keep the ball, and Ipswich have shown they can come back from losing positions. Put it all together and our Hull vs Ipswich prediction is a 1-1 draw. Hull's home record keeps them in it, but there's not enough here to trust them to end their Premier League winless run.

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Hull vs Ipswich Predictions FAQs

What is the Hull vs Ipswich prediction?

We're calling a 1-1 draw in a close game between two newly promoted sides. Hull are still unbeaten at home this season, while Ipswich have taken only three of their 10 points on the road, so home form gives Hull a slight edge.

What are the predicted lineups for Hull vs Ipswich?

Hull are predicted to line up in a 5-4-1 formation with Konstantinos Tzolakis in goal and Oliver McBurnie leading the line. Ipswich are predicted to play a 4-2-3-1 formation with Kjell Scherpen in goal and Emersonn at center-forward.

What time does Hull vs Ipswich kick off?

The match kicks off on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. ET / 8:00 a.m. PT.

Where is Hull vs Ipswich being played?

Hull vs Ipswich is being played at MKM Stadium.

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