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Two formidable teams, Ipswich Town and Wolverhampton Wanderers, are set to clash in the third round of the Carabao Cup. The match, scheduled for Tuesday, September 26, will witness Ipswich welcome Wolves to the iconic Portman Road Stadium, with both sides eyeing progression into the tournament’s next stage.

Analysis:

Ipswich Town’s Journey So Far: The Tractor Boys have been displaying excellent form in the early parts of this season. Starting with a comfortable 2-0 win over Bristol Rovers in the Carabao Cup’s first round, they showcased their mettle by overcoming Reading in a dramatic penalty shootout. Kieran McKenna’s side has not just been shining in the cup, their league form in the Championship has been nothing short of impressive. A thrilling 4-3 victory over Blackburn Rovers has been a testament to their attacking prowess. Currently, with 21 points from a possible 24, they are tied at the top with Leicester City, only differentiated by goal difference.

Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Track Record: Wolves, under the management of Gary O’Neil, have shown a mixture of grit and style this season. Their 5-0 thrashing of Blackpool in the second round of the Carabao Cup set the tone. However, their Premier League journey hasn’t been as smooth, with just one win from their six top-flight matches, the latest being a 1-1 draw against Luton Town, marred by contentious officiating decisions.

Head-to-Head Analysis: Historically, the scales are fairly balanced between the two teams, with Ipswich slightly leading with 31 wins to Wolves’ 29 from their 85 meetings. The concerning statistic for Ipswich is their recent form against Wolves: they have failed to find the net in their last seven encounters. Moreover, their last victory over the West Midlands outfit was back in November 2014.

Despite these stats, Ipswich’s current form cannot be ignored. Their home record, with only one loss in recent times, combined with their firepower upfront, makes them a challenging prospect for any team.

Prediction: Taking into account the provided data and the current form of both teams, it’s predicted to be a closely fought match. Wolves have the historical edge, but Ipswich’s recent form, especially at home, gives them the momentum.

Goal.mu predicts: Ipswich Town 2-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers.

The reasoning for this prediction leans heavily towards Ipswich’s fantastic home form and their recent attacking displays. Wolves, despite their rich history against Ipswich, have shown vulnerabilities in their recent league matches. This coupled with Ipswich’s hunger to progress further in the cup, gives them a slight edge.