Everton vs Ipswich
Everton edge Ipswich with early strike
T. Barry's 11th-minute goal secures a narrow win for Everton.
Everton managed a slender 1-0 victory over Ipswich thanks to T. Barry's early goal in the 11th minute. Despite Fipster predicting a more high-scoring affair, the outcome of a home win was spot on, albeit with a tighter scoreline than expected.
Outcome probability
The new season kicks off with Everton welcoming Ipswich in what promises to be a lively encounter. Both sides have fresh faces and fresh ambitions, setting the stage for a competitive match that could see plenty of goals.
Key facts
- 1.Everton finished 13th last season with 49 points from 38 games.
- 2.Ipswich secured promotion by finishing 2nd in the Championship with 84 points from 46 games.
- 3.Ipswich have a notably better goal difference (+36) than Everton last season.
- 4.Ipswich averaged 1.83 points per game last season, compared to Everton's 1.29.
- 5.Everton signed A. Maitland-Niles ahead of the new season.
- 6.Ipswich strengthened their squad with D. Maeda, A. Fatawu, and J. Enciso.
- 7.The predicted scoreline is a close 3-2 win for Everton.
- 8.Three cards are expected in the match, indicating a moderately physical game.
The context
Everton finished 13th last season with 49 points from 38 games, while Ipswich earned promotion by finishing 2nd in the Championship with 84 points from 46 games. Ipswich have strengthened their squad with signings like D. Maeda, A. Fatawu, and J. Enciso, while Everton have added A. Maitland-Niles but parted ways with I. Ndiaye, Beto, and T. Iroegbunam. This cross-division clash marks Ipswich's first test in the higher tier, aiming to prove their mettle against established competition.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Everton
Away — Ipswich
Analysis
The prediction strongly favours a home win for Everton, with a 3-2 scoreline the most likely outcome. The first half is expected to be just as competitive, with a 2-1 halftime scoreline suggesting an open and attacking game. Ipswich's superior goal difference and points per game last season hint at their attacking threat, but Everton's home advantage and squad additions could tip the balance. The match is also expected to be moderately physical, with three cards predicted, adding to the intensity.
Prediction
Expect Everton to clinch a narrow 3-2 victory after a pulsating 2-1 first half. The Toffees' home advantage and tactical setup should see them edge out Ipswich in a game full of attacking intent and drama.
The verdict
This season opener promises goals, excitement, and a close contest between Everton and Ipswich. Fans can look forward to a thrilling match that sets the tone for the campaign ahead, with Everton just about prevailing in a five-goal thriller.
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
Barry
Assist: Tarkowski
Fatawu
Yellow Card
Mykolenko
Yellow Card
Goal cancelled
Johnson
Clarke
Fatawu
Red Card
Lukić
Enciso
Grealish
Emersonn
Palacios
Dewsbury-Hall
Maitland-Niles
Flemming
Yellow Card
Armstrong
Yellow Card
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Manchester City | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +8 | 15 |
| 6 |  Liverpool | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | +3 | 9 |
| 7 |  Everton | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | +3 | 9 |
| 8 |  Hull City | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | +2 | 8 |
| 10 |  Chelsea | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | -2 | 7 |
| 11 |  Ipswich | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 6 |
| 12 |  Nottingham Forest | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -1 | 5 |
Match Statistics
Everton
4-2-3-1Starting XI
- 1J. PickfordG
- 2A. Maitland-NilesD
- 4J. BranthwaiteD
- 6J. TarkowskiD
- 8K. Dewsbury-HallM
- 10J. GrealishM
- 11T. BarryF
- 16V. MykolenkoD
- 22B. JohnsonM
- 37J. GarnerM
- 45H. ArmstrongM
Substitutes
- 5M. KeaneD
- 12M. TraversG
- 15J. O'BrienD
- 19Tyrique GeorgeF
- 20T. DiblingF
- 24C. AlcarazM
- 30H. HackneyM
- 31T. KingG
- 58B. GrahamF
Ipswich
4-2-3-1Starting XI
- 3L. DavisD
- 6I. DiopD
- 7A. FatawuM
- 10J. EncisoM
- 19EmersonnF
- 23S. LukićM
- 25E. PalaciosM
- 26D. O'SheaD
- 28C. WaltonG
- 42A. OuattaraD
- 47J. ClarkeM
Substitutes
- 2D. FurlongD
- 9Z. FlemmingF
- 11J. PhilogeneF
- 12FlorentinoM
- 24J. GreavesD
- 29C. AkpomF
- 32M. NúñezM
- 37K. ScherpenG
- 38D. MaedaF
Everton
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Tarkowski | D | 90 | 8.3 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | — |
| A. Maitland-Niles | D | 91 | 7.9 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2/2 |
| J. Pickford | G | 90 | 7.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| T. Dibling | F | 24 | 7.4 | — | — | 3 | 1 | 2 | — |
| T. Barry | F | 90 | 7.3 | 1 | — | 3 | 1 | 1 | — |
| J. Grealish | M | 79 | 7.2 | — | — | — | — | 5 | 0/1 |
| V. Mykolenko | D | 90 | 7.2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| H. Armstrong | M | 90 | 7.1 | — | — | 2 | — | 2 | 1/2 |
| K. Dewsbury-Hall | M | 91 | 7.0 | — | — | 6 | — | 2 | 0/1 |
| J. Branthwaite | D | 90 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. Garner | M | 90 | 6.9 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | — |
| B. Johnson | M | 66 | 6.5 | — | — | 2 | — | — | 1/2 |
| Tyrique George | F | 11 | 6.5 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| M. Keane | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. O'Brien | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| H. Hackney | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| T. King | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| B. Graham | F | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| M. Travers | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| C. Alcaraz | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Ipswich
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Ouattara | D | 90 | 7.0 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — |
| I. Diop | D | 90 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| D. O'Shea | D | 90 | 6.8 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| S. Lukić | M | 73 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| E. Palacios | M | 81 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| J. Clarke | M | 66 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1/1 |
| Emersonn | F | 81 | 6.5 | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | — |
| D. Maeda | F | 16 | 6.4 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Z. Flemming | F | 9 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — |
| C. Akpom | F | 9 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 0/2 |
| Florentino | M | 17 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. Enciso | M | 74 | 6.2 | — | — | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1/3 |
| A. Fatawu | M | 67 | 6.1 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2/4 |
| J. Philogene | F | 24 | 6.0 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 0/1 |
| C. Walton | G | 90 | 5.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| L. Davis | D | 90 | 5.7 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| D. Furlong | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| K. Scherpen | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. Greaves | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| M. Núñez | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Prediction Q&A
- Who did Fipster predict to win Everton vs Ipswich?
- Fipster's AI model predicted Everton to win against Ipswich.
- What score did Fipster predict for Everton vs Ipswich?
- Fipster predicted a final score of Everton 3–2 Ipswich.
- What were the win probabilities for Everton vs Ipswich?
- Fipster's model gave Everton a 95% chance of winning, Ipswich a 2% chance, and a 3% chance of a draw.
- How confident was Fipster in this prediction?
- Fipster's model assigned this prediction 95% confidence — a high-confidence call.