Key points
Important facts determining the outcome of the Ipswich vs. Birmingham game:
1. Ipswich is the favorite to win with a 51.28% probability based on statistical analysis and best odds at 1.86, showing strong form and attacking threat.
2. Ipswich's recent home performance includes no losses (W2 D4), scoring 1.83 goals/game and conceding 1.5 goals/game, showcasing attacking prowess but defensive vulnerability.
3. Birmingham has had mixed results in recent away games (W2 D1 L3), scoring 1 goal/game and conceding 1.67 goals/game, needing to improve defensive stability for better performances.
4. Head-to-head statistics reveal a closely contested history, with Ipswich winning 5 matches, Birmingham winning 6 matches, and 8 draws in 19 encounters, emphasizing competitiveness and potential for a balanced outcome.
Recent form
Ipswich have been on a positive run in the Championship lately, with 3 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in their last 6 games. They have scored an impressive 15 goals while conceding 10, resulting in a goal difference of +5. Ipswich are averaging 2.5 goals per game in this period, showcasing their attacking threat. With 11 points gained out of a possible 18, they have been able to maintain a solid points per game ratio of 1.83, demonstrating their ability to pick up points consistently.
W3 D2 L1
Goals scored: 15 (2.5 per game)
Goals conceded: 10 (1.67 per game)
Goal difference: 5
Points won: 11/18 (1.83 per game)
Both teams scored: 5 (83%)
In their recent Championship matches, Birmingham has shown a mixed bag of results with 3 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses. They have scored a total of 7 goals while conceding the same number, resulting in a goal difference of 0. Birmingham's goals per game average out to just over 1, and they've been able to earn an average of 1.6 points per game out of the last available 18 points. Notable victories over Sunderland and Blackburn have kept their points tally ticking along, while they will look to tighten up their defense to improve their chances in future fixtures.
W3 D1 L2
Goals scored: 7 (1.17 per game)
Goals conceded: 7 (1.17 per game)
Goal difference: 0
Points won: 10/18 (1.67 per game)
Both teams scored: 3 (50%)
Recent home/away form
In their recent home matches in the Championship, Ipswich have shown resilience, securing four draws and two wins. Scoring a total of 11 goals while conceding 9, Ipswich displayed an attacking prowess but also a vulnerability in defense. With an average of 1.83 goals scored per game and 1.5 goals conceded per game, they managed to maintain an unbeaten streak. This run has earned them 10 points out of a possible 18, keeping them competitive in the league.
W2 D4 L0
Goals scored: 11 (1.83 per game)
Goals conceded: 9 (1.5 per game)
Goal difference: 2
Points won: 10/18 (1.67 per game)
Both teams scored: 5 (83%)
In their recent away games in the Championship, Birmingham won 2 matches, drew 1, and lost 3. They scored a total of 6 goals but conceded 10, resulting in a goal difference of -4. On average, Birmingham scored 1 goal per game and conceded approximately 1.67 goals. Despite their mixed results, including a big win against Stoke City and a high-scoring draw with Plymouth, Birmingham will need to tighten up their defense to improve their away performances in the future.
W2 D1 L3
Goals scored: 6 (1 per game)
Goals conceded: 10 (1.67 per game)
Goal difference: -4
Points won: 7/18 (1.17 per game)
Both teams scored: 2 (33%)
Head-to-head
The head-to-head statistics between Ipswich Town and Birmingham City indicate that as of the date provided in the search results:
- Both teams have played 19 matches against each other.
- Ipswich Town has won 5 of these matches, while Birmingham City has won 6, leaving 8 games ending in a draw.
- The average number of goals scored per match in these meetings is 2.6.
- Ipswich Town's home goals per match average is 1.6, and Birmingham City's away goals per match average is 1.1.
- In home matches, Ipswich Town has scored an average of 2.05 goals per match in the current season, and Birmingham City, on average, has scored 1.37 goals per match.
- When playing away, Ipswich Town has an average of 2.05 goals per match, and Birmingham City has an average of 1.37 goals per match.
- The overall meetings between the two teams resulted in an average of 2.52 goals per match.
These statistics are sourced from the search results provided:
- fussball.wettpoint.com indicates the 19 meetings with 5 wins for Ipswich Town, 6 wins for Birmingham City, and 8 draws (February 10, 2024).
- FootyStats states that Ipswich Town has won 5 times, Birmingham City has won 6 times, with 8 draws, and includes a range of additional team and match statistics.
- FCTables quotes 7 wins for Birmingham City, 7 wins for Ipswich Town, and 9 draws over 23 matches, with an average of 2.52 goals per match in direct encounters.
- FotMob lists the win, draw, and loss statistics for Ipswich Town (5 wins, 8 draws, 4 losses) and Birmingham City (4 wins, 8 draws, 7 losses) up to a specific date (Early November 2023).
Please note that the data provided is up to the dates specified in the search results, and for the most recent information, it's advisable to confirm current statistics from reputable sources as the data might have changed since these search results were published.