As the Premier League season nears its climax, Ipswich Town host Brentford at Portman Road on May 10, 2025, in a match that carries contrasting stakes for both sides. Ipswich, already relegated with just 22 points and languishing in 18th place, are playing for pride in front of their home fans. Despite their struggles, the Tractor Boys have shown resilience, clawing back a 2-2 draw against Everton last time out. Brentford, sitting comfortably in ninth with 52 points, are chasing a European spot and arrive in scintillating form, unbeaten in their last five matches and fresh off a thrilling 4-3 victory over Manchester United.
Prediction
Brentford enter as clear favorites, boasting superior form and a potent attacking unit that has overwhelmed promoted sides this season. The Bees have won all five of their matches against newly promoted teams, scoring at least three goals in each, including a 4-3 triumph over Ipswich in the reverse fixture in October 2024. Their attacking trio of Yoane Wissa, Bryan Mbeumo, and Kevin Schade has been relentless, with Wissa netting in four consecutive games.
Ipswich, while spirited, have been defensively frail, failing to keep a clean sheet in their last 17 matches and conceding an average of 2.35 goals per home game. The Tractor Boys’ recent scoring form, with contributions from Liam Delap and Julio Enciso, suggests they could trouble Brentford’s backline, but their leaky defense is unlikely to hold firm. Expect Brentford to dominate possession and exploit defensive gaps, securing a 3-1 victory in an open, high-scoring affair.
Head-to-head
Historically, Brentford hold the edge in recent encounters with Ipswich, winning five of the last 11 meetings across all competitions, while Ipswich have claimed just two victories, with four draws. Their most recent clash in October 2024 was a seven-goal thriller, with Brentford staging a comeback to win 4-3 at the Gtech Community Stadium, thanks to a late Bryan Mbeumo strike.
Ipswich have struggled at home against Brentford, losing just once in their last five home games against the Bees, but both teams have scored in four of those matches. Overall, the 11 previous meetings have averaged 3.09 goals per game, with both teams scoring in 64% of them, pointing to another goal-filled contest. Brentford’s last away win at Portman Road came in 2016, but their current form suggests they could repeat the feat.
Possible lineups
Ipswich Town face a mounting injury crisis, with key players Conor Townsend, Nathan Broadhead, Sammie Szmodics, Arijanet Muric, Jaden Philogene, Wes Burns, and Chiedozie Ogbene sidelined. Leif Davis remains suspended, forcing manager Kieran McKenna to rely on a makeshift defense. Alex Palmer is expected to start in goal, with Axel Tuanzebe, Dara O’Shea, Cameron Burgess, and Jacob Greaves forming the backline. In midfield, Sam Morsy and Jack Taylor will provide steel, while Omari Hutchinson, Conor Chaplin, and Julio Enciso support striker George Hirst, who scored in the recent draw against Everton.
Brentford, meanwhile, are without Vitaly Janelt, Joshua Dasilva, Fabio Carvalho, and Aaron Hickey due to injuries, but their attacking core remains intact. Mark Flekken is set to start in goal, protected by Michael Kayode, Nathan Collins, Sepp van den Berg, and Keane Lewis-Potter. Christian Norgaard and Yegor Yarmolyuk will anchor midfield, with Mbeumo, Mikkel Damsgaard, and Kevin Schade feeding leading scorer Yoane Wissa up top.
Betting tips
Brentford’s attacking prowess and Ipswich’s defensive woes make a wager on over 2.5 goals a strong choice, with odds around 1.57 reflecting the likelihood of a high-scoring game. Brentford’s recent matches have consistently cleared this mark, and Ipswich’s last seven league games have all produced at least three goals. Backing Brentford to win outright at odds of 1.57 offers value, given their 62.5% chance of victory and flawless record against promoted sides.
For those seeking higher returns, Yoane Wissa as an anytime goalscorer at 2.25 is appealing, considering his red-hot form. A same-game multi combining Brentford to win, over 2.5 goals, and Kevin Schade to have at least one shot on target (odds around 1.73) could maximize returns in what is likely to be an entertaining clash. Always gamble responsibly, and check the latest odds with reputable bookmakers like bet365.