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Ipswich vs Bournemouth Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 08-11-2026
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Match Prediction
Expected score: Ipswich 1-2 Bournemouth
IpswichDrawBournemouth
Over 2.5 goalsYes (69%)
Both teams to scoreYes (67%)
Ipswich host Bournemouth at Portman Road in a Premier League encounter where the visitors arrive as slight favourites. The bookmakers price Bournemouth's win at 1.94, reflecting their superior recent form and defensive record, though Ipswich's home advantage and attacking threat ensure this remains competitive.
Team form
Ipswich
Ipswich sit 14th with 11 points from nine games, their record marked by inconsistency. They drew 2-2 away at Hull City most recently, extending a run of two consecutive draws. Over their last five matches they have scored 7 and conceded 8, averaging 1.4 goals for and 1.6 against. Their season average of 2.00 goals conceded per game underlines defensive fragility, though they managed 62% possession and 3 shots on goal in their last outing.
Bournemouth
Bournemouth occupy 8th place with 12 points and bring momentum into this fixture. They won 2-0 at home against Leeds most recently, part of a three-game winning streak that included a 3-0 demolition of Manchester United away. Over five games they have scored 8 and conceded 6, averaging 1.6 goals for and 1.2 against. Their defensive solidity—1.44 goals conceded per season average—contrasts sharply with Ipswich's leakiness, and they demonstrated efficiency with 5 shots on goal in their last match despite holding just 44% possession.
Head-to-head
The head-to-head record between these sides leans toward draws and close contests. Of their last five meetings, three ended level, including a 1-1 draw in 2015 and a 2-2 draw in 2014. Bournemouth's sole recent victory came away at Ipswich in December 2024, winning 1-2. The pattern suggests tight, competitive matches where both teams typically find the net.
Key factors
Bournemouth's defensive record and recent winning form stand as their primary strengths, while Ipswich's vulnerability at the back remains a concern despite their attacking capability. The visitors' ability to control possession and limit clear-cut chances will be crucial; Ipswich's 62% possession last time out did not translate to dominance. Bournemouth's efficiency in front of goal—evidenced by their three-game winning run—suggests they can hurt Ipswich on the counter. Conversely, Ipswich's home record and the presence of creative players in midfield offer them a platform to trouble Bournemouth's backline.
Prediction
The model favours Bournemouth to win, reflecting their superior defensive stability, recent form and the quality shown in their last three performances. Ipswich's inconsistency and defensive frailties make them vulnerable to a Bournemouth side that has demonstrated ruthlessness in attack. However, Ipswich's home advantage and attacking threat prevent this from being a one-sided affair. The expected goal balance slightly favours the visitors, and both teams are likely to score given Ipswich's attacking intent and Bournemouth's willingness to play on the break.
Bournemouth hold a narrow edge and are marginally more likely to take the points. A fairly open game is expected, with both teams capable of scoring. The bookmaker odds of 1.94 for an away win reflect fair value given the underlying form and tactical balance, while the over 2.5 goals market at 1.69 and both teams to score at 1.6 both carry appeal for those seeking higher odds.
Match info
Tournaments:
Premier League(Regular Season - 10)
Referee:
Simon Hooper
Stadium
Portman Road Stadium, Ipswich
Statistics
Odds Comparison
Recent Form
Ipswich
D
D
L
W
L
Bournemouth
W
W
W
W
W
Injuries & Suspensions
Lineups
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Arsenal | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 24 |
| 2 |  Manchester City | 9 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 21 |
| 3 |  Brighton | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 19 |
| 4 |  Chelsea | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 16 |
| 5 |  Liverpool | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 15 |
| 6 |  Brentford | 9 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 14 |
| 7 |  Everton | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 13 |
| 8 |  Bournemouth | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 12 |
| 9 |  Tottenham | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 12 |
| 10 |  Aston Villa | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 12 |
| 11 |  Hull City | 9 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 11 |
| 12 |  Leeds | 9 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 11 |
| 13 |  Newcastle | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 11 |
| 14 |  Ipswich | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 11 |
| 15 |  Fulham | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 9 |
| 16 |  Coventry | 9 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 9 |
| 17 |  Manchester United | 9 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 7 |
| 18 |  Crystal Palace | 9 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 7 |
| 19 |  Nottingham Forest | 9 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 6 |
| 20 |  Sunderland | 9 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 5 |
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