Bournemouth vs Ipswich Town: Betting Odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore our detailed preview for Bournemouth vs Ipswich in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 19:45 BST match.

Fixture: Bournemouth vs Ipswich Town
Date: Wednesday 2 April 2025
Kick-off: 19:45 BST
Venue: The Vitality Stadium

This match promises to be an intriguing battle between two teams with contrasting fortunes. Bournemouth, despite their recent struggles, have the home advantage and a more settled squad. They will look to exploit Ipswich's defensive vulnerabilities, particularly from set-pieces.

Ipswich, on the other hand, will be desperate for points to climb out of the relegation zone. Their attacking players, particularly Delap and Hutchinson, could pose a threat on the counter.

The match is likely to be open and entertaining, with both teams needing a win for different reasons. Bournemouth's home form and slightly better squad depth might give them the edge, but Ipswich's unpredictability cannot be underestimated.

Prediction: Bournemouth 2-1 Ipswich

Bournemouth's recent form has been inconsistent, with a mix of losses and draws in their last five matches.

The Cherries have struggled to maintain their early-season momentum, with their defence showing vulnerabilities, particularly from set-pieces. Their attack, led by Justin Kluivert, has been potent but needs to be more clinical to secure victories.

Last 5 league matches:

• Loss: 1-2 Brentford (H)
• Draw: 2-2 Spurs (A)
• Loss: 1-2 Brighton (A)
• Loss: 0-1 Wolves (H)
• Win: 3-1 Southampton (A)
  

Ipswich's form has been poor, with a string of losses and a single draw in their last five outings.

The Tractor Boys are yet to secure a Premier League victory in 2025, and their defensive frailties have been a significant concern. Liam Delap has been a bright spot in their attack, but the team needs to find a way to convert their chances into points.

Last 5 league matches:

• Loss: 2-4 Nott'm Forest (H)
• Loss: 0-1 Crystal Palace (A)
• Loss: 2-3 Man Utd (A)
• Loss: 1-4 Spurs (H)
• Draw: 1-1 Aston Villa (A)
  

Bournemouth and Ipswich have had a competitive history in recent encounters. Past results suggest a closely contested rivalry, with both teams capable of scoring and conceding goals.

• Ipswich 1-2 Bournemouth (08 December 2024)
• Ipswich 1-1 Bournemouth (03 April 2015)
• Bournemouth 2-2 Ipswich (22 November 2014)
• Ipswich 2-2 Bournemouth (21 April 2014)
• Bournemouth 1-1 Ipswich (29 December 2013)
  

• Enes Unal - Knee injury, out
• Julian Araujo - Fitness concerns, doubtful
• Luis Sinisterra - Hamstring injury, doubtful

Bournemouth's injury list is a concern, with key players missing. This could impact their ability to shore up their backline against an unpredictable Ipswich side.

• Conor Chaplin - Knee injury, doubtful
• Chiedozie Ogbene - Achilles injury, out
• Wes Burns - Knee injury, out
• Axel Tuanzebe - Hamstring injury, out
• Samuel Szmodics - Ankle injury, out

Ipswich's injury woes are even more severe, with several key players sidelined. Their squad depth will be tested, and they may struggle to field a competitive lineup.

Kepa; Cook, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Christie, Adams; Tavernier, Kluivert, Semenyo; Evanilson

Palmer; O'Shea, Woolfenden, Greaves, Davis; Cajuste, Phillips; Enciso, Hutchinson, Philogene; Delap

• Justin Kluivert vs Leif Davis: Kluivert's creativity and goal-scoring prowess will be crucial for Bournemouth. Davis will need to contain him on the left flank.
• Liam Delap vs  Illia Zabarnyi: Delap's physical presence and goal threat will be tested against Zabarnyi's defensive prowess.
• Marcus Tavernier vs Kalvin Phillips: Tavernier's ability to influence the game from wide will be key, while Phillips will look to disrupt Bournemouth's rhythm.
  

Bournemouth have won just one of the last nine meetings in all competitions, although that one victory was a 2-1 win in the reverse fixture this season.

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