Everton vs Ipswich Prediction: Key Stats and Betting Tips

Everton welcome Ipswich to Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool on 19 September 2026 for a Premier League clash that already feels important in shaping the mid-table picture. Both sides sit on 6 points after four rounds, with Everton just ahead on goal difference. For the hosts, this is a chance to turn an unbeaten start into real momentum and underline their credentials as a top-half contender.

Ipswich arrive with a more volatile profile: two wins and two defeats, plenty of goals scored but just as many conceded. They have already shown they can hurt teams away from home, but defensive frailties remain a concern. With recent head-to-head meetings tight and entertaining, this Everton vs Ipswich prediction points towards another high-stakes, high-intensity encounter on Merseyside.

From a betting perspective, the market makes Everton clear favourites, but underlying stats suggest Ipswich have enough attacking threat to make this far from straightforward. Punters looking for Everton vs Ipswich betting tips will be weighing the Toffees’ defensive solidity against Ipswich’s open, goal-heavy style.

Everton vs Ipswich Key Stats

• Everton are unbeaten in the Premier League this season (1 win, 3 draws), with 5 goals scored and 3 conceded across 4 matches.
• The last two Premier League meetings saw Everton win 2-0 away on 19 October 2024 and draw 2-2 at home on 3 May 2025.
• In 2026 Premier League statistics, Everton have kept 2 clean sheets in 4 matches, while Ipswich have yet to record a single clean sheet.

Everton vs Ipswich — Tale of the Tape

• Position: 9 vs 10
• Points: 6 vs 6
• Goals For: 5 vs 7
• Goals Against: 3 vs 10
• Clean Sheets: Everton 2; Ipswich 0 (2026 Premier League statistics)

After four rounds, the table tells a story of contrasting styles. Everton, 9th with 6 points, have built their start on defensive organisation: just 3 goals conceded in 4 matches and still unbeaten. Their goal difference of +2 reflects a pragmatic approach, with tight games and a willingness to manage leads rather than chase big scorelines.

Ipswich, 10th also on 6 points, sit just behind due to a -3 goal difference. They have scored more (7) but shipped 10, averaging 2.5 goals conceded per game. That imbalance hints at a side that commits numbers forward and leaves space in behind. With Everton averaging 1.3 goals for and 0.8 against per match, and Ipswich at 1.8 for and 2.5 against, the clash of a solid home side versus a high-variance visitor is clear.

Everton vs Ipswich Key Matchups

J. Garner vs Emersonn

James Garner has been central to Everton’s midfield structure so far. In 4 Premier League appearances, he has logged 240 minutes, contributing 128 completed passes at an impressive 90% accuracy and 3 key passes. Defensively he has made 11 tackles and 2 interceptions, underlining his role as both ball-winner and first distributor in transition. His 2 yellow cards and 4 fouls committed also show how often he operates on the edge in breaking up play.

Up against him, Emersonn is one of Ipswich’s most dangerous attacking weapons. In 4 appearances (240 minutes), the Brazilian attacker has 2 goals and 1 assist, with 6 shots (3 on target) and 4 key passes. He has drawn 5 fouls and won 14 of 32 duels, showing his ability to both carry the ball and occupy defenders. If Garner can limit Emersonn’s touches between the lines and early turns in transition, Everton’s defensive structure should hold. If Emersonn finds pockets behind Everton’s midfield, Ipswich’s attack can quickly come to life.

A. Fatawu vs Everton’s defensive unit

Issahaku Abdul Fatawu has been a high-energy presence on Ipswich’s right flank. Across 4 matches and 290 minutes, he has provided 1 assist, created 7 key passes from 60 total passes, and attempted 18 dribbles, successfully beating his man 10 times. His 2 yellow cards and 8 fouls committed underline an aggressive, front-foot style out of possession as well. Fatawu’s direct running and volume of duels (60, with 28 won) pose a serious challenge to Everton’s full-backs and wide defenders.

Everton’s back line, which has allowed only 3 goals in 4 matches and kept 2 clean sheets in 2026 Premier League statistics, will need to manage Fatawu’s 1v1 threat while tracking late runs from Ipswich’s supporting midfielders like J. Enciso and S. Lukić. If they can funnel him into less dangerous areas and avoid being dragged out of shape, Everton’s defensive edge could prove decisive.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

Recent meetings between Everton and Ipswich in the Premier League have been competitive, with Everton generally having the upper hand but Ipswich showing they can take something from Goodison.

• 3 May 2025: Everton 2-2 Ipswich (Premier League)
• 19 October 2024: Ipswich 0-2 Everton (Premier League)

Everton vs Ipswich Prediction

Stylistically, this sets up as Everton’s controlled, structured approach against Ipswich’s more expansive, risk-reward game. Everton are unbeaten, with their recent form in the league reading as a run of solid performances and a strong defensive base. Ipswich’s sequence of results — wins bookending two defeats — reflects inconsistency, but also an ability to score in bunches, particularly away where they average 2.5 goals for and 3.5 against per game.

Probability estimates give Everton and the draw each around a 45% chance, with Ipswich at about 10%. That effectively frames this as “Everton or draw” with Ipswich as clear outsiders. Given Everton’s clean-sheet record and Ipswich’s defensive leaks, the most likely script is Everton controlling large spells, Ipswich threatening sporadically in transition, and at least a couple of goals overall. A narrow home win in a game that still offers chances at both ends looks the most plausible outcome.

Predicted Score: Everton 2-1 Ipswich

Everton Recent Form

Everton’s recent Premier League form has been quietly impressive: unbeaten in four, with one victory and three draws. They have been particularly strong at home, winning one and drawing one, scoring 4 and conceding 2 at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Across those 4 league matches they have scored 5 and conceded 3, reflecting a side that keeps games under control, rarely allowing them to become end-to-end shootouts.

Ipswich Recent Form

Ipswich’s recent Premier League form has been more erratic, alternating between wins and losses. With 2 victories and 2 defeats, they have shown they can hurt opponents but also leave themselves exposed. They have scored 7 goals in 4 matches, including 5 away from home, but have conceded 10 overall. That mix of attacking productivity and defensive vulnerability has made their matches open and high scoring, particularly on their travels.

Everton Possible Starting Lineup

GK: J. Pickford; Defenders: J. Tarkowski, J. Branthwaite, M. Keane, V. Mykolenko, A. Maitland-Niles; Midfielders: J. Garner, K. Dewsbury-Hall, C. Nørgaard, J. Grealish; Forwards: T. Barry, T. Dibling, B. Johnson.

Everton have consistently favoured a 4-2-3-1 structure in 2026 Premier League statistics, and their squad composition supports that shape. Jordan Pickford provides experience in goal, with Tarkowski and Branthwaite offering a strong central pairing and options like Mykolenko and Maitland-Niles at full-back. In midfield, Garner’s ball-winning and distribution, alongside technical profiles such as Dewsbury-Hall and Nørgaard, give balance between control and progression. Further forward, creative players like Grealish and runners such as Barry, Dibling or Johnson can exploit Ipswich’s defensive openness. With no confirmed absences, Everton should be able to field a strong, settled XI.

Ipswich Possible Starting Lineup

GK: K. Scherpen; Defenders: L. Davis, I. Diop, C. Kipré, D. Furlong; Midfielders: S. Lukić, A. Matusiwa, J. Enciso; Forwards: A. Fatawu, Emersonn, Z. Flemming.

Ipswich have also leaned on a 4-2-3-1 framework, and the available squad suggests a similar setup here. L. Davis offers an attacking threat from left-back, while Diop and Kipré bring physicality at centre-back. In midfield, Lukić and Matusiwa can screen the defence and circulate possession, with Enciso providing creativity and ball-carrying from advanced areas. The front line of Fatawu, Emersonn and Flemming carries pace, dribbling and finishing ability, ideal for counter-attacking situations. The challenge will be maintaining defensive compactness while still allowing those attacking talents enough freedom.

Everton Team News

No significant absences reported.

Ipswich Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Everton:

• None reported.

Ipswich:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: Everton vs Ipswich

Exactly 3 distinct betting angles stand out for this fixture, drawing on current form, attacking trends and market prices.

• Result Tip: Everton to Win With Everton unbeaten and significantly stronger defensively than Ipswich, backing the home win aligns with the 45% home win probability and “Everton or draw” guidance. Across major bookmakers, Everton are priced between 1.73 and 1.82, implying an approximate probability range of 54.9% to 57.8%. That makes them a justified favourite at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
• Goals Tip: Over 1.5 Total Goals Ipswich matches have averaged 4.25 total goals (7 scored, 10 conceded in 4 games), while Everton’s games sit at a more modest but still active 2.0 average (5 for, 3 against). Ipswich’s away fixtures in particular have been wide open. The predictive advice also points towards a goals angle with a +1.5 line. While specific over/under odds are not listed, combining both sides’ scoring and conceding patterns strongly favours at least two goals in the match.
• Value Tip: Everton Win & Both Teams to Score (High-Risk Value Angle) Ipswich have found the net in 3 of their 4 Premier League games and average 2.5 goals scored away from home, while Everton have conceded in 3 of 4. A home win with Ipswich still getting on the scoresheet fits both the 2-1 predicted scoreline and the clash of Everton’s structure versus Ipswich’s adventurous style. This kind of combination market typically offers a significantly bigger price than the straight home win; with Ipswich’s attacking metrics (Emersonn 2 goals, Enciso and Fatawu creative output), it has genuine value for those comfortable with higher risk.

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