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Premier League — England

Ipswich logo Ipswich
2–1 Full time Sat, 22 Aug 2026
Sunderland logo Sunderland
  1. 24' Goal: Emersonn (Ipswich)
  2. 36' Yellow card: D. Ballard (Sunderland)
  3. 39' Goal: N. Angulo (Sunderland)
  4. HT 1–1
  5. 55' Yellow card: N. Angulo (Sunderland)
  6. 63' Yellow card: L. O'Nien (Sunderland)
  7. 90' Goal: J. Clarke (Ipswich)
  8. FT 2–1

Prediction: Ipswich vs Sunderland Betting Tips - Predictions & Best Bets for Premier League Opener

Match Preview and Betting Tips

On August 22, Ipswich hosts Sunderland at Portman Road in the Premier League opener. The match leans toward a close contest with a slight home advantage, making Under 2.5 Goals and Ipswich Double Chance appealing for value-oriented bets. Read on for detailed predictions, betting angles, and strategic picks for Ipswich vs Sunderland.

TipStrike Pick Double Chance Ipswich or Draw Odd 1.70

Ipswich vs Sunderland Betting Tips

These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match. The match has already kicked off, so tips can no longer be added to a ticket.

Double Chance
Ipswich or Draw
Tipstrike odd: 1.70
Total Goals
Under 2.5 Goals
Tipstrike odd: 1.90
Both Teams to Score
No
Tipstrike odd: 2.20
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Premier League detailed statistics

Standings

# Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
14 Ipswich 10 3 2 5 15 20 -5 11 L D D L W
19 Sunderland 10 2 2 6 8 17 -9 8 W L D L L
Ipswich stats
MP W D L
Overall 9 3 2 4
Home 4 2 1 1
Away 5 1 1 3
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 0 0 0
Home 0 0 0
Away 0 0 0
Sunderland stats
MP W D L
Overall 9 1 2 6
Home 4 1 1 2
Away 5 0 1 4
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 0 0 0
Home 0 0 0
Away 0 0 0
Under/over: goals scored (matches)
Over Under
Ipswich Sunderland Ipswich Sunderland
0.5 goals 7 5 2 4
1.5 goals 6 1 3 8
2.5 goals 1 1 8 8
3.5 goals 0 0 9 9
4.5 goals 0 0 9 9
Under/over: goals conceded (matches)
Over Under
Ipswich Sunderland Ipswich Sunderland
0.5 goals 9 7 0 2
1.5 goals 5 6 4 3
2.5 goals 2 2 7 7
3.5 goals 1 1 8 8
4.5 goals 1 1 8 8

Best scoring interval

Ipswich 0
Sunderland 0
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Most conceded interval

Ipswich 0
Sunderland 0
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Ipswich cards
Yellow cards
0 min No data
0 min 0 · 0
0 min 0 · 0
0 min 0 · 0
0 min 0 · 0
0 min 0 · 0
0 min 0 · 0
0 min No data
Red cards
0 min No data
0 min No data
0 min No data
0 min No data
0 min 0 · 0
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Sunderland cards
Yellow cards
0 min 0 · 0
0 min 0 · 0
0 min 0 · 0
0 min 0 · 0
0 min 0 · 0
0 min 0 · 0
0 min 0 · 0
0 min No data
Red cards
0 min No data
0 min 0 · 0
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0 min 0 · 0
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Formations
Ipswich
Formation Matches played
0-0-0-0 0
0-0-0-0 0
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Sunderland
Formation Matches played
0-0-0-0 0
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Match Setup

Ipswich enters this match with a fresh squad at their home Portman Road, aiming to secure their debut Premier League win. Sunderland, with recent form under their belt, will look to impose their midfield strength early and press high to disrupt Ipswich’s rhythm.

Team News

Ipswich's squad is fully fit, with no injury concerns reported. Sunderland's key players are available, enhancing their midfield's ability to control the game. Both teams will rely on their core squads, with tactical adjustments expected based on early game flow.

Tactical Betting Angle

Given Ipswich’s solid defensive record from lower leagues and Sunderland’s aggressive pressing style, this match is likely to feature a cautious start with potential for set-piece opportunities. Expect structured play from Ipswich and quick transitions from Sunderland, influencing markets like corners and cards.

Game-State Scenarios

If Ipswich scores first, the match could open up, especially given their strong recent performances, but Sunderland’s resilience suggests they can challenge always. A level at half-time could set a cautious tone for the second half, while late goals are possible considering their historic fightback capability.

FAQs

What is the likely outcome of Ipswich vs Sunderland?
The match prediction is quite evenly balanced, with a slight edge to Ipswich based on their recent home form and head-to-head advantage.
What are the best bets for Ipswich vs Sunderland?
Given the recent form and head-to-head record, the most probable result is a draw or a narrow Ipswich win.
Is Under 2.5 goals a good bet?
Expect a low-scoring game with a focus on possession from Ipswich and counter-attacks from Sunderland.