Ipswich vs Leeds United
EFL Championship
Saturday
26th August 2023
Portman Road
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of game week 4 of the EFL Championship fixture between Ipswich and Leeds United .
Ipswich vs Leeds United: Preview
Ipswich form analysis
The side claimed an impressive 1-2 away win at Sunderland. With goals either side of halftime from Broadhead and Hirst secured the points despite some late pressure. They followed this up with a professional 2-0 home win against Stoke, going ahead through Woolfenden before sealing the win late via Jackson. A tight 0-1 victory away at QPR came next thanks to Chaplin’s late strike in a game of few clear-cut chances. Most recently though, Ipswich suffered their first defeat in this run, losing 0-2 at home to Burnley after conceding twice in the early second half.
Overall, Ipswich had been in excellent form prior to the Burnley loss, winning 3 straight and showcasing an ability to grind out results on the road. Their defense has been generally solid while clinical finishing has been a feature in attack. However, the Burnley defeat highlighted potential issues breaking down well-organized opponents. Finding more consistent attacking inspiration will be key, but Ipswich have shown enough to suggest they can sustain a promotion push this campaign.
Leeds United form analysis
Leeds began this season with a spirited 2-2 draw away at Cardiff after falling two goals behind early on. They showed good character to fight back through Cooper and a late Summerville equalizer. However, their next match ended in disappointment as a 90th minute Jutkiewicz penalty saw them lose 0-1 to Birmingham. Most recently, Leeds claimed a 1-1 home draw against West Brom, conceding early in the second half before Ayling leveled things up.
Overall, this has been a mixed run for Leeds who have struggled to turn draws into wins. The comeback at Cardiff demonstrated the team’s determination and spirit, but losing momentum after conceding first has been an issue. The defense has also looked vulnerable, conceding in all 3 games.
However, the fightbacks have shown Leeds are capable of scoring goals even when behind in games. Building on this resilience while tightening up defensively could help transform their form and results. But ending their wait for a first win is critical to build confidence and momentum.
