Ipswich vs Fulham Lineups, Prediction, Best Bets & Odds

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Ipswich vs Fulham Match Summary

Ipswich host Fulham at Portman Road with early-season momentum on the line — a side fresh back in the Premier League protecting a promising start against a Fulham team still searching for traction.

Gary O'Neil's Ipswich have two wins from their first five games back in the top flight. A narrow loss at Everton before the international break did little to dent that.

Fulham are still finding their feet under head coach Álvaro Arbeloa, but back-to-back draws with Liverpool and Manchester United before the break give him something to build on.

History favors the visitors — Fulham are undefeated in their last nine matches against Ipswich in all competitions. The stakes are simple for Ipswich: a win moves them seven points clear of Fulham.

Ipswich vs Fulham Form

Ipswich sit 11th in the table, and their identity is clear. They are happy to play in their own half, break on the counter, and finish the chances they create — and they defend set pieces well. The loss at Everton cost more than points, with Abdul Fatawu sent off. Jaden Philogene is in line to replace him out wide.

Fulham sit 19th in the table. Their winless Premier League run now stretches to five matches. Arbeloa's side play with width and keep the ball, often attacking down the left through Robinson, but finishing chances remains a real weakness. With captain Tom Cairney still sidelined, Bobb and Iwobi have to carry the creative load.

Ipswich vs Fulham Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Ipswich: Abdul Fatawu (Suspended), Jack Taylor (Injured/doubtful)

Fulham: Tom Cairney (Injured/out), Kenny Tete (Doubtful)

Ipswich

Abdul Fatawu serves a one-match ban for his sending off at Everton before the international break, and Jaden Philogene could replace him out wide. Jack Taylor is closing in on a return from a knee problem but remains doubtful. Beyond that, the Ipswich vs Fulham lineups should look settled on the home side, with Emersonn leading the line and Enciso operating behind him in a 4-2-3-1.

Fulham

Captain Tom Cairney is still recovering from a knee issue, and Kenny Tete is doubtful. Otherwise, Fulham could be unchanged from the team that started the draw against Manchester United before the break, with Bobb, King, and Iwobi supporting García up top.

Ipswich vs Fulham Predicted Lineup

Ipswich

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: K. Scherpen, L. Davis, D. O'Shea, I. Diop, A. Ouattara, S. Lukic, E. Palacios, J. Clarke, J. Enciso, J. Philogene, Emersonn

Fulham

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: B. Leno, A. Robinson, C. Bassey, D. Affengruber, T. Castagne, S. Charles, S. Berge, A. Iwobi, J. King, O. Bobb, G. García

Ipswich vs Fulham Key Stats & Match Facts

• Fulham are undefeated in their last nine matches against Ipswich in all competitions.
• Ipswich have yet to beat Fulham across the previous meetings between the clubs, with Fulham winning four. The other two finished level.
• Ipswich have seen fewer than three goals in 5 of their last 6 home matches against Fulham in all competitions.
• Fulham have failed to win their last five matches in the Premier League.
• Fulham's only away win in 2026 came at Sunderland back in February.

Ipswich vs Fulham Talking Points

The subplot to watch is the Fulham connection running through Ipswich's spine. Issa Diop and Saša Lukić both left Craven Cottage for Portman Road this summer, and both project to start against their old club — Diop at center back, Lukić in midfield. The matchup also plays to Ipswich's strengths. They are comfortable sitting deep and breaking fast, and defending counter attacks is a genuine soft spot for a Fulham side built on width and possession.

The catch is that Ipswich carry the same weakness, so neither team can afford to overcommit. Our Ipswich vs Fulham prediction leans toward a cagey, low-event match — Ipswich's sharper finishing is offset by the resilience Fulham showed against Liverpool and Manchester United, and a draw is the most logical outcome.

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Ipswich vs Fulham Predictions FAQs

When is the Ipswich vs Fulham Premier League match?

The Ipswich vs Fulham match takes place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, with kickoff at 10:00 a.m. ET (7:00 a.m. PT).

Where is the Ipswich vs Fulham match being played?

The match will be played at Portman Road, the home stadium of Ipswich.

What is the prediction for Ipswich vs Fulham?

The fixture is projected to finish in a 1-1 draw. Ipswich have made a solid start back in the Premier League, while Fulham have stabilized following recent draws against Liverpool and Manchester United.

What is the latest team news and lineup status for Ipswich vs Fulham?

Both clubs are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 setup. Ipswich are missing suspended winger Abdul Fatawu, while Fulham are without the injured Tom Cairney and monitoring Kenny Tete.

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