Ipswich Town vs Arsenal Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | Carabao Cup 2026-27
The last game between these two teams ended in a 4-0 win for the Gunners.
The third round of the EFL Cup will take us to Portman Road Stadium, where Ipswich Town will host the reigning Premier League champions Arsenal.
The hosts are currently placed eighth in the league table and have accumulated six points from their opening four games. They secured a convincing 3-1 win against Leicester City in the second round of the competition. Ipswich Town are coming into this game after securing a 3-1 win against Crystal Palace in their last game.
Arsenal, on the other hand, have been perfect in the ongoing season so far. In their opening six games across all competitions, the Gunners have scored 12 goals while conceding only one. They have already defeated the likes of Manchester City, Aston Villa and Chelsea this season.
They are currently sitting at the top of the league table as well. Their encounter against Ipswich Town will be the Gunners’ debut in the 2026/2027 EFL Cup.
Kickoff:
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Location: Ipswich, England
Stadium: Portman Road Stadium
Date & Kick-off Time: September 16, Wednesday – 12:30 am IST; September 15, Tuesday – 07:00 pm GMT/03:00 pm ET/12:00 pm PT
Referee: TBD
VAR: In use
Form:
Ipswich Town (in all competitions): W-L-L-W-W
Arsenal (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W
Players to watch out for:
Emersonn (Ipswich Town)
The Brazilian striker has started the 2026/27 season on an excellent note. He is Ipswich Town’s highest goalscorer at the moment. He has already found the back of the net twice in the opening four games.
He completed his move from Toulouse back in July. He has proved to be an amazing signing for Ipswich Town.
Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
Bukayo Saka has been exceptionally consistent for his side in the last few years. Despite his young age, he is regarded as one of the best right-wingers in world football. Saka possesses all the qualities to be the best player in the world.
He is creative, explosive, and highly technical. He is currently his club’s top scorer in the 2026/27 season as well.
Match Facts:
- The last game between these two teams ended in a 4-0 win for Arsenal.
- Ipswich Town won 3-2 against Crystal Palace in their last game.
- Arsenal won 2-0 against Sunderland in their last game.
Betting tips and odds
- Tip 1: The Gunners to win – 1.36 by Stake
- Tip 2: Both teams to score – Yes – 1.69 by Dafabet
- Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 2.5 – 1.81 by 1XBET
Injury and Team news:
Jaden Philogene, Florentino, Azor Matusiwa and Jack Taylor will be unavailable for the hosts due to their respective injuries.
Arsenal, on the other hand, will be without the likes of William Saliba, Jurriën Timber and Cristhian Mosquera for their clash against Ipswich Town.
Head-to-Head:
Total matches: 61
Ipswich Town won: 18
Arsenal won: 32
Draws: 11
Predicted Lineups:
Ipswich Town (4-2-3-1)
Scherpen (GK); O’Shea, Diop, Greaves, Davis; Lukic, Palacios; Issahaku, Enciso, Clarke; Emersonn
Arsenal (4-2-3-1)
Raya (GK); White, Konsa, Magalhães, Calafiori; Rice, Lewis-Skelly; Saka, Merino, Tzolis; Havertz
Match Prediction:
Considering their momentum and previous record, the Gunners are expected to clinch a win and claim all three points against Ipswich Town in their upcoming clash despite being the away side.
Prediction: Ipswich Town 1-2 Arsenal
Telecast details:
India: Fancode
UK: Sky Sports+
USA: beIN Sports
Nigeria: SuperSport
Where to watch Ipswich Town vs Arsenal live in India?
The game will be streamed live on FanCode in India.
Who won the last head-to-head encounter between Ipswich Town and Arsenal?
The last game between these two teams ended in a 4-0 win for Arsenal.
Where will Ipswich Town vs Arsenal take place?
The game will be played at Portman Road Stadium in Ipswich, England.
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