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With a third consecutive league win on the line, Tottenham Hotspur travel to Portman Road on Saturday, February 22, 2025, to face Ipswich Town in a crucial Premier League showdown. Ipswich stunned Spurs in North London earlier this season, but Ange Postecoglou’s men will be determined to avenge that loss and continue their resurgence.

Interesting Fact:

Ipswich have beaten Tottenham in each of their last four Premier League meetings, making them a bogey team for Spurs.

Team Analysis

Ipswich Town

The Tractor Boys remain winless in 2025, with no victories in their last six league games. However, they showed resilience in a 1-1 draw at Aston Villa, despite playing with 10 men for the entire second half.

Current Form:

🏆 Last 5 matches: 2 draws, 3 losses
⚽ Last match: 1-1 draw vs. Aston Villa (A)

Key Players:

• Liam Delap – 10 goals this season, Ipswich’s main goal threat.
• Jaden Philogene – Provides pace and creativity in attack.
• Omari Hutchinson – Can be a difference-maker on the wings.

Injuries & Suspensions:

❌ Axel Tuanzebe (suspended)
❌ Julio Enciso (knee)
❌ Wes Burns (knee)
❌ Conor Chaplin (knee)
❌ Chiedozie Ogbene (calf)
❌ Christian Walton (groin)

Home Form (Premier League):

🏟 Played: 13
✅ Wins: 1
🤝 Draws: 4
❌ Losses: 8

Ipswich have lost their last three home matches and need a big performance to stop their slide.

Tottenham Hotspur

Spurs have bounced back impressively in the Premier League, securing a 1-0 win over Manchester United last weekend to follow up their victory over Nottingham Forest.

Current Form:

🏆 Last 5 matches: 3 wins, 2 losses
⚽ Last match: 1-0 win vs. Manchester United (H)

Key Players:

• James Maddison – Creative spark in midfield, scored the winner vs. Man United.
• Son Heung-min – Captain and leader, vital for Spurs’ attack.
• Rodrigo Bentancur – Controls the midfield tempo.

Injuries & Suspensions:

❌ Richarlison (calf)
❌ Dominic Solanke (knee)
❌ Micky van de Ven (thigh)
❌ Cristian Romero (thigh)
❌ Radu Dragusin (ACL)

Away Form (Premier League):

🏟 Played: 12
✅ Wins: 4
🤝 Draws: 1
❌ Losses: 7

Spurs have been inconsistent away from home but will be confident against struggling Ipswich.

Head-to-Head & Past Encounters

✅ Ipswich 2-1 Tottenham – Nov 2024, Premier League
✅ Ipswich 3-2 Tottenham – Apr 2002, Premier League
✅ Ipswich 1-0 Tottenham – Dec 2001, Premier League
✅ Ipswich 2-1 Tottenham – Sep 2001, Premier League

🔹 Key Stats:

• Ipswich have won the last four league meetings vs. Spurs.
• Tottenham’s only Premier League away win at Ipswich in the last 30 years came in 1994.
• Ipswich have lost six of their last seven home league games.

Prediction:

⚽ Goal.mu/Mauri.bet predicts: Ipswich Town 1-2 Tottenham Hotspur

Spurs are the in-form team, while Ipswich’s home struggles continue. Expect a tight game, but Tottenham’s attacking quality should prove decisive.

Betting Tips

📌 Both Teams to Score: Yes
Ipswich will fight hard at home, but Spurs have the firepower to respond.

📌 Over 2.5 Goals
Expect an open game, with Tottenham controlling possession.

📌 Anytime Goalscorer: James Maddison
He’s the main creative outlet for Spurs and in fine form.

📌 Half-Time Result: Tottenham to Lead (1-0)
Spurs should start fast and take control early.

Possible Lineups

Ipswich Town (4-2-3-1)

GK: Alex Palmer
DEF: Ben Johnson, O’Shea, Greaves, Davis
MID: Cajuste, Phillips
ATT: Philogene, Hutchinson, Clarke
ST: Liam Delap

Tottenham Hotspur (4-3-3)

GK: Guglielmo Vicario
DEF: Pedro Porro, Danso, Davies, Spence
MID: Bergvall, Bentancur, Maddison
ATT: Kulusevski, Tel, Son

Half-Time Result Prediction:

🕒 Ipswich Town 0-1 Tottenham Hotspur
Spurs are likely to control possession early and strike first.

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