Ipswich vs Fulham Predictions

Prediction by The Value Scout — The betting market sees no clear favourite here (best case 41% implied) — routed to The Value Scout to hunt for the edge in an open fixture.
Premier LeaguePremier League · England
high confidence
Ipswich

Ipswich

AI Predicted Score

1 - 1

Fulham

Fulham

🗓️ Saturday, 10 Oct 2026 at 15:00 BST (venue time) · 14:00 UTC (your time)📍 Portman Road, Ipswich

Win Probability (1X2)

Ipswich 33%Draw 36%Fulham 31%

Best Value Pick

Draw: Draw

@ 3.4(+22% edge)

Recommended Bets: Ipswich vs Fulham

Match Result: Draw
@ 3.457/10
Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5
@ 2.065/10

Ipswich vs Fulham: Match Preview

Ipswich arrive at Portman Road on the back of a patchy run, losing four of their last five in all competitions and conceding 14 goals in that span. Their only win in this stretch came away at Crystal Palace, and their home form is no fortress: just one win and two goals from their opening two league games at Portman Road. Fulham, meanwhile, have yet to register a Premier League victory this season, sitting 19th with two points from five matches, but they have steadied slightly with back-to-back draws against Liverpool and Manchester United.

Statistically, this matchup pits Ipswich’s leaky defence (2.8 goals conceded per game in their last five, no clean sheets) against a Fulham attack that has failed to score in both away league games so far. Fulham’s last five have averaged just 1.4 goals conceded and 1.2 scored, and they have looked more solid on the road, holding Liverpool to a goalless draw. Ipswich’s attack has been inconsistent, failing to score in two of their last five, and their set-piece threat is limited (3.6 corners per game). Discipline could play a role, with Ipswich averaging 2.4 yellows and 0.2 reds per game in their last five.

The model expects a tight, cagey affair, with neither side showing enough attacking quality or momentum to take control. The market’s slight lean towards Fulham is not fully justified by the data, which instead points to a high probability of a stalemate. With both teams struggling for goals and Fulham’s away games particularly low-scoring, a 1-1 draw is the most probable outcome.

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Ipswich vs Fulham

The model finds its clearest value in the draw market, where a 36% probability contrasts with the bookmaker’s 29% implied chance at 3.40 odds. There’s also a modest edge on under 2.5 goals, with both teams’ attacking struggles and Fulham’s low-scoring away games supporting a cautious approach. No significant value is found on either side in the 1x2 market, with the odds accurately reflecting the data’s assessment of a balanced contest.

Odds from Bet365. Positive edge = our model gives a higher probability than the odds imply. EV = expected value per £1 staked.

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Ipswich Win2.7533.0%-3.4%
Drawvalue3.4036.0%+6.6%
Fulham Win2.4531.0%-9.8%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.51.8048.0%-7.6%
Under 2.5value2.0052.0%+2.0%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yes1.6253.0%-8.7%
No2.2047.0%+1.5%

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Draw @ 3.40EV +0.224
Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5 @ 2.00EV +0.040
Both Teams Score: No @ 2.20EV +0.034

EV per £1 staked. Positive EV means this bet has mathematical edge over the long run. Past model accuracy is tracked on our predictions tracker.

Edge and EV are derived from model probabilities only and do not constitute financial advice. Odds fluctuate — always verify current prices with your bookmaker.

Ipswich vs Fulham Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
33%
36%
31%
Ipswich 33%Draw 36%Fulham 31%
Both Teams to Score
53%
47%
Yes 53%No 47%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
48%
52%
Over 2.5 48%Under 2.5 52%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
49%
51%
Over 9.5 49%Under 9.5 51%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind Ipswich vs Fulham that most previews miss.

  • 1Fulham’s two away league games this season have produced just a single goal combined (0-1 and 0-0).
  • 2Ipswich have not kept a clean sheet in any of their last five matches, conceding 14 goals in that span.
  • 3The draw has landed in three of the last ten H2H meetings, including both league encounters last season.

🎮 Prediction Playground

Think the model has it wrong? Nudge each team's expected goals and watch every probability react — then simulate the match and see what happens.

Ipswich1.25

Expected goals · model says 1.25

Fulham1.20

Expected goals · model says 1.20

Win Probability
Ipswich 38% Draw 27% Fulham 35%

Over 2.5 Goals

44%

BTTS: Yes

50%

Likely Scores

1-1 · 1-0 · 0-1

Play this match once with the probabilities above — every run is different.

Powered by the same Poisson scoreline model behind the prediction. For fun and exploration — not betting advice.

Who do you think wins: Ipswich vs Fulham?

Cast your vote, then see how it stacks up against the model.

More Premier League Predictions

View all Premier League predictions →

The Case For This Ipswich vs Fulham Prediction

With the market struggling to separate Ipswich and Fulham, the numbers point to a contest likely to be decided by fine margins and defensive discipline. Ipswich’s home record is modest and Fulham’s away attack has yet to ignite, making a low-scoring draw the likeliest outcome by the model’s reckoning.

Key Factors at a Glance

Defence

  • →Ipswich average 1.4 goals scored but 2.2 conceded per game this season, with no clean sheets yet.

Match Context

  • →Fulham have yet to win in the league and have scored 0 goals in their two away matches.
  • →Three of the last ten H2H meetings have ended level, and Fulham have dominated the fixture overall.

🚩 Ipswich vs Fulham Corners Prediction

low confidence
9.6expected total corners
Over 49%
Under 51%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 4.4 corners for Ipswich and 5.2 for Fulham, for an expected total of 9.6. That makes the model lean Under 9.5 corners (51%). Over 8.5: 62% · Over 10.5: 36%.

More corners tips:Over 9.5 →Under 9.5 →

How Ipswich and Fulham Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Ipswich vs Fulham Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

IpswichIpswichlast 5 matches
Chuba Akpomsub/out
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

L. DavisXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

Anis·Mehmetisub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Z. Flemmingsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

EmersonnXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

FulhamFulhamlast 5 matches
Cesar Palacios Perezsub/out
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

Rodrigo Munizsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Oscar BobbXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

J. KingXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Ipswich have lost four of their last five in all competitions and are conceding at an alarming rate, yet managed a spirited 3-2 win at Crystal Palace. Fulham are winless in the league but have shown some defensive resilience recently, drawing with both Liverpool and Manchester United. Neither side is carrying much momentum, with both attacks stuttering and defensive lapses common.

Ipswich vs Fulham — Last 5 Matches

IpswichIpswichLast 5 results
L0-1
W3-2
L0-2
L2-5
W2-1
L@ Everton0-1
W@ Crystal Palace3-2
Lvs Liverpool0-2
L@ Manchester United2-5
Wvs Sunderland2-1

Concerns

  • −4/5 losses in last 5 — poor form
  • −Leaky defence — 2.8 conceded/game
  • −No clean sheets in last 5 matches
FulhamFulhamLast 5 results
D1-1
D0-0
L2-3
L0-1
L2-3
Dvs Manchester United1-1
D@ Liverpool0-0
Lvs Crystal Palace2-3
L@ Sunderland0-1
Lvs Chelsea2-3

Strengths

  • +High-volume attack — 14 shots/game

What History Says: Ipswich vs Fulham

Fulham have dominated the recent head-to-head, winning six of the last ten, but the last two league meetings have ended in draws (2-2 and 1-1). Ipswich have not beaten Fulham at home in this period, and the fixture has often seen both teams score, with only one clean sheet in the last six encounters.

Ipswich vs Fulham Head-to-Head History

Last 10 meetings between these sides

1

Ipswich wins

3

Draws

6

Fulham wins

10%30% draws60%
5 Jan 25Fulham vs Ipswich2-2
31 Aug 24Ipswich vs Fulham1-1
1 Nov 23Ipswich vs Fulham1-3
16 Sept 20Ipswich vs Fulham0-1
2 Jan 18Fulham vs Ipswich4-1
26 Aug 17Ipswich vs Fulham0-2

Things to Watch: Ipswich vs Fulham

  • ⚠️Both teams have shown volatility in recent results, with Ipswich conceding heavily at times (2.8 per game last five).
  • ⚠️Fulham’s away sample is small and could be misleading if their attack clicks.
  • ⚠️No major injuries reported, but lineups are unconfirmed at time of prediction.

This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Betting involves risk — always gamble responsibly.

Final Verdict

Ipswich 1–1 Fulham

The model’s final call is a 1-1 draw, underpinned by Fulham’s lack of away goals and Ipswich’s defensive frailties. The strongest data point is Fulham’s away record (0 goals scored, 1 conceded in two games), suggesting a low ceiling for this contest. The main risk is that either side’s attack finds unexpected fluency against vulnerable defences, pushing the match over the 2.5 goal line.

Ipswich vs Fulham: Common Questions

Who will win Ipswich vs Fulham?

The model gives Ipswich a 33% chance, Fulham a 31% chance, and the draw a 36% chance, making the draw the most likely single outcome. Both sides have struggled for wins and goals, so a stalemate is favoured.

Will both teams score in Ipswich vs Fulham?

Both teams to score is rated at 53%, with three of the last five for each side seeing BTTS land. However, Fulham’s away attack has been blunt, failing to score in both away league games so far.

Is there value in betting the draw for Ipswich vs Fulham?

Yes, the model sees a significant edge on the draw at 3.40 odds, with a 36% model probability versus a 29% implied probability, giving a +22% expected value. This is supported by recent H2H and both teams’ current form.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Ipswich vs Fulham: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

This fixture was routed to The Value Scout, the market-facing profile — hunts the gap between price and probability. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 3 October 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

More Ipswich vs Fulham Resources