Manchester United vs Ipswich Preview

• United to win
• Over 2.5 goals

Manchester United recovered from a poor first half against Everton to salvage a 2-2 draw, but their Premier League form remains dismal, with just two wins from their last ten games (D2, L6).

A return to Old Trafford doesn’t guarantee a turnaround, as they have already lost seven home league matches this season, with the last time they lost more being back in 1962/63 (nine defeats).

Despite these struggles, United remain strong favourites against an Ipswich side that has failed to win a league match at Old Trafford since 1984.

The Tractor Boys have lost their last three visits here by an aggregate score of 15-0 and come into this clash on the back of a 4-1 thrashing by Tottenham, meaning they are now winless in seven league matches in 2025 (D2, L5).

Ipswich manager Kieran McKenna returns to Old Trafford for the first time as an opposition boss, hoping to engineer a shock result and keep his side’s survival hopes alive.

Sitting five points from safety, another defeat could be a huge blow to their chances of avoiding relegation.

Key Stats

• Manchester United have won just two of their last ten league matches (D2, L6).
• United have lost seven home league matches this season, their most since 1962/63.
• Ipswich are winless in 2025 (D2, L5).
• Ipswich have lost their last three visits to Old Trafford by an aggregate score of 15-0.
• United have beaten the other two promoted sides at Old Trafford this season, scoring exactly three goals in each match.

Manchester United: Can They End Their Slump?

Manchester United’s struggles continued in their 2-2 draw against Everton, where they were dominated in the first half before a Bruno Fernandes-inspired comeback.

Despite the fightback, their season remains in turmoil, and another defeat here would pile more pressure on manager Ruben Amorim.

Why United Fans Can Be Hopeful

• They have already beaten the other two promoted sides at Old Trafford (scoring exactly three goals in both matches).
• Bruno Fernandes was instrumental against Everton and could inspire another key performance.
• Ipswich’s form is among the worst in the league, and their away record is poor.

Recent Form (Last Five Matches in All Competitions)

• Premier League: Manchester United 2-2 Everton – Draw
• FA Cup: Manchester United 2-1 Leicester City – Win
• Premier League: Tottenham 1-0 Manchester United – Loss
• Premier League: West Ham 2-1 Manchester United – Loss
• Premier League: Manchester United 1-1 Crystal Palace – Draw

Key Player: Bruno Fernandes (Midfielder & Captain)

• Scored a free-kick against Everton.
• Had 20 more touches than any other player in that match.
• Will be crucial in United’s midfield creativity and leadership.

Ipswich Town: Can They Pull Off a Shock?

Ipswich desperately need points to keep their survival hopes alive, but they have failed to win any of their last seven league matches (D2, L5).

Their defensive frailties were brutally exposed in their 4-1 loss to Tottenham, and they now have the worst defensive record among teams outside the bottom two.

Why Ipswich Fans Can Be Hopeful

• Manager Kieran McKenna knows Old Trafford well and will set up a disciplined approach.
• United’s home form has been woeful this season, with seven defeats already.
• Omari Hutchinson could be the key attacking threat, looking to score against United again.

Recent Form (Last Five Matches in All Competitions)

• Premier League: Tottenham 4-1 Ipswich – Loss
• FA Cup: Ipswich 3-1 Coventry – Win
• Premier League: Aston Villa 1-1 Ipswich – Draw
• Premier League: Ipswich 1-2 Southampton – Loss
• Premier League: Ipswich 0-1 West Ham – Loss

Key Player: Omari Hutchinson (Midfielder)

• Scored in the reverse fixture against United.
• A key creative force for Ipswich, providing assists and goals.
• Will look to exploit United’s fragile defence.

Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Meetings in All Competitions)

Key Trends

• Ipswich won the reverse fixture 2-1 earlier this season.
• Manchester United’s last three home wins vs Ipswich came with an aggregate score of 15-0.
• Ipswich haven’t won a league match at Old Trafford since 1984.

Tactical Insights

Manchester United’s Approach

• Bruno Fernandes to drop deeper to dictate play, as seen against Everton.
• Attack Ipswich’s weak defence early – Ipswich have conceded first in four of their last five games.
• Zirkzee and Garnacho to exploit Ipswich’s full-backs, who struggled against Tottenham.

Ipswich’s Approach

• Compact, disciplined defence – McKenna will likely set up a low block.
• Target United’s shaky backline with counter-attacks.
• Look to Hutchinson for creativity and goal-scoring chances.

Match Prediction

Manchester United badly need a response after a disappointing run of form, and they tend to do well against promoted sides at home. Ipswich are in terrible form and have struggled defensively, but their recent win over United will give them belief.

However, United’s superior individual quality and Ipswich’s weak defensive structure should see the hosts return to winning ways.

Final Score Prediction: Manchester United 3-1 Ipswich Town

• United’s attacking talent to prove too strong for Ipswich’s shaky defence.
• Bruno Fernandes or Garnacho to be key in midfield and attack.
• Ipswich to score but ultimately struggle to cope with United’s firepower.

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