PREMIER LEAGUE PREVIEW: ARSENAL VS IPSWICH TOWN
The Premier League is back in action, and we’ve got a thrilling matchup to look forward to – Arsenal vs Ipswich Town. This Friday, the Gunners will host the Tractor Boys at the Emirates Stadium, with the aim of capping off 2024 on a high note.
Arsenal is currently sitting in fourth place, with 33 points from 17 matches. They’re coming off a resounding 5-1 win over Crystal Palace, and will be looking to keep the momentum going. However, they’ll be without Bukayo Saka, who’s out with a hamstring injury, and Raheem Sterling, who’s nursing a knee problem.
Ipswich Town, on the other hand, is struggling to find their footing in the Premier League. They’re currently in 19th place, with 12 points from 17 matches. Despite their struggles, they’ve shown glimpses of promise, particularly in their away games. They’ve won two of their last three matches on the road, including a 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur.
KEY STATS AND FACTS
- Arsenal’s Home Form: The Gunners are unbeaten in their last 11 Premier League home games and are the only side without a home defeat so far this term.
- Ipswich’s Away Form: The Tractor Boys have won two of their last three away matches, including a 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur.
- Head-to-Head: Arsenal has lost just one of their last 13 home games against Ipswich in all competitions.
PREDICTED OUTCOME
Given Arsenal’s strong home form and Ipswich’s struggles this season, it’s likely that the Gunners will come out on top. Sports Mole predicts a 3-0 win for Arsenal. The Gunners’ attacking trio of Gabriel Jesus, Martin Odegaard, and Eddie Nketiah is expected to cause problems for Ipswich’s defense, while the Tractor Boys’ lack of firepower up front could make it difficult for them to score.
INJURY UPDATE
Arsenal will be without Bukayo Saka, who’s out with a hamstring injury, and Raheem Sterling, who’s nursing a knee problem. Ipswich Town, on the other hand, will be without their top scorer, Conor Chaplin, who’s out with a groin injury.
EPL MATCH PREVIEW
The match between Arsenal and Ipswich Town is expected to be a one-sided affair, with the Gunners dominating possession and creating scoring opportunities. Ipswich Town will need to be solid defensively and look to catch Arsenal on the counter-attack if they’re to have any chance of getting a result.
The match kicks off at 8:00 PM GMT on Friday, and fans can catch all the action live on Sky Sports Premier League.
The Premier League matchup between Arsenal and Ipswich Town is expected to be a thrilling encounter, with the Gunners looking to keep their momentum going and the Tractor Boys seeking to cause an upset. With Arsenal’s strong home form and Ipswich’s struggles this season, it’s likely that the Gunners will come out on top.
