Ipswich Town Aiming to Upset Man City
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Manchester City is set to face Ipswich Town in a Premier League match on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Portman Road.
With City struggling for consistency in away matches, this game presents an opportunity to turn things around.
Currently sixth in the Premier League, City is on a five-match unbeaten streak. However, their away performance has been inconsistent, with only one win in their last ten away matches.
Their recent 2-2 draw against Brentford has left them three points behind Newcastle for the final Champions League spot.
Fighting relegation, Ipswich recently lost 2-0 to Brighton and is positioned in the relegation zone.
Despite a challenging history against City, Ipswich has shown resilience with recent home victories, including a notable win over Chelsea.
Manchester City’s morale received a significant boost with Erling Haaland signing an unprecedented nine-and-a-half-year contract, extending his stay at the club until 2034. This commitment is expected to positively influence the team’s performance.
Key Players to Watch:
Manchester City: Phil Foden has shown signs of returning to top form and is a strong candidate to score in the upcoming match.
Ipswich Town: While specific players are not highlighted, Ipswich’s recent home victories suggest a collective team effort contributing to their resilience.
Match Prediction:
Given Manchester City’s superior league position and the morale boost from Haaland’s contract extension, they are favored to win.
However, Ipswich’s recent home form indicates they could pose challenges, making it a potentially competitive match.
Did you know?
- Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick the last time Manchester City faced Ipswich Town.
A hat-trick for @ErlingHaaland last time we faced Ipswich 💪 pic.twitter.com/4Cj4qQxY4u
— Manchester City (@ManCity) January 18, 2025
Broadcast Information:
The match is scheduled to kick off at 10:30 CST. In the USA, it will be broadcast on Telemundo and USA Network.