Match Prediction
Match Prediction
England
Preview
If you’re searching for the most reliable Sheffield Utd vs Ipswich prediction, you’ve come to the right place. This match, set for 15:00 GMT on January 24, 2026, at Bramall Lane, is more than just another Championship fixture—it’s a meeting of two teams with very different ambitions this season. Whether you’re here for sports betting tips, betting odds, or just want to know who’s likely to come out on top, we’ve got you covered with an easy-to-read, fan-friendly preview.
Let’s set the stage. Ipswich Town, riding high in third place with 47 points from 26 matches, are dreaming of another promotion push. Sheffield United, meanwhile, find themselves in 17th, with 32 points from the same number of games, nervously glancing over their shoulders at the relegation zone. The Blades have struggled for consistency, picking up just two wins in their last five outings, including a goalless draw with Charlton and a 2.9 win over Leicester. Ipswich, on the other hand, are in red-hot form: five wins on the bounce in all competitions, plus a recent 0-0 draw with Blackburn and a tidy 2-0 victory over Coventry.
Digging into the head to head record, the last time these two sides met was back in September 2025, with Ipswich running riot at home in a 5-0 win. Over their last five meetings, it’s been fairly even: two wins apiece and one draw. But that last result will surely be fresh in the minds of both sets of players and fans.
On the tactical front, Kieran McKenna has Ipswich playing attacking football, reflected in their impressive 45 goals this season. Sheffield United, under Chris Wilder, are still searching for a settled approach, and injuries haven’t helped. Ipswich have their own worries, with midfield injuries piling up, including concerns over Marcelino Nunez. Sheffield United are also sweating on the fitness of a former Leeds United man and Jairo Riedewald. For goals, keep an eye on Callum O’Hare for the hosts and Sindre Walle Egeli for the visitors.
One interesting nugget: Ipswich’s squad is valued at €187.75m, comfortably ahead of Sheffield United’s €126.60m. That financial muscle has certainly helped Ipswich climb the table, while the Blades are hoping for some Bramall Lane magic to turn their season around.
Now, let’s get to the numbers and our Sheffield Utd vs Ipswich prediction. The betting odds tell a clear story: Ipswich are favourites, with an away win priced at 2.5, a draw at 3.4, and a home win at 2.9. Our AI model gives a strong nod to the X2 market (Ipswich win or draw), with a trust score of 7.4/10 and odds of 1.45. In plain English: Ipswich are unlikely to lose here, and that’s the safest bet.
For those who like a bit more risk, the 1x2 market prediction is for an Ipswich win, with a confidence of 5.8 and odds of 2.5. It’s not a slam dunk, but given Ipswich’s form and Sheffield United’s struggles, it’s a logical pick. If you’re a fan of goals (or lack thereof), our AI projects under 3.5 goals in this game—a solid shout, with a confidence of 4.9 and odds of 1.33. The expected final score? A tidy 0:2 in Ipswich’s favour, with the Tractor Boys expected to control 54% of possession and both teams likely to rack up four corners each.
On the stats front, expect a close game in terms of total shots (13 for Sheffield United, 14 for Ipswich), with both sides getting four on target. Discipline shouldn’t be an issue, with just one yellow card projected for each team. If you’re looking for a wild card, remember that both teams have pulled off surprise results in the past—Sheffield United recently held Chelsea to a 2-2 draw, while Ipswich stunned Everton with a 2-2 away result.
To sum up our Sheffield Utd vs Ipswich prediction: Ipswich have the edge in form, squad value, and recent head to head history. Our best tip is X2 (away win or draw), which looks like a banker for your sports betting slip. For those feeling lucky, backing Ipswich outright at 2.5 could pay off nicely. And if you’re not expecting a goal fest, under 3.5 goals is a safe play.
As always, football has a way of surprising us—just ask the fans who cashed in on those massive odds when Sheffield United and Ipswich both held Premier League sides to draws. But this time, the stats, form, and betting odds all point towards another good day for Ipswich Town. Good luck, and may your bets be as solid as a Championship defender’s tackle!
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Ipswich has an unusually high recent form
X2 -222
Ipswich to win or draw with odds of -2222 150
Ipswich is expected to win with odds of 150Under 3.5 -286
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the matchNo 107
At least one team is not expected to scoreX2&U4.5 -145
Away win/draw and under 4.5 goals
0:1
0:2
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3
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2
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1
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 Ipswich |
12-Sep-25
5:0
| Sheffield Utd  |
| Sheffield Utd |
27-Apr-19
2:0
| Ipswich |
| Ipswich |
22-Dec-18
1:1
| Sheffield Utd |
| Ipswich |
10-Mar-18
0:0
| Sheffield Utd |
| Ipswich |
06-Jan-18
0:1
| Sheffield Utd |
| Sheffield Utd |
14-Oct-17
1:0
| Ipswich |
Recent Matches of Sheffield Utd| 31 Jan |
Millwall.
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| Sheffield Ut.
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| 24 Jan | W |
Sheffield Ut.
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3:1
| Ipswich.
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| 21 Jan | L |
Southampton.
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1:0
| Sheffield Ut.
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| 17 Jan | L |
Charlton.
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1:0
| Sheffield Ut.
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| 11 Jan | L |
Sheffield Ut.
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3:4
| Mansfield.
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| 01 Jan | W |
Sheffield Ut.
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3:1
| Leicester.
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| 29 Dec | W |
Stoke.
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1:2
| Sheffield Ut.
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| 26 Dec | L |
Wrexham.
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5:3
| Sheffield Ut.
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| 20 Dec | W |
Sheffield Ut.
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3:0
| Birmingham.
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| 12 Dec | L |
West Brom.
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2:0
| Sheffield Ut.
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Recent Matches of Ipswich
| 24 Jan | L | Sheffield Ut. |
3:1 |
Ipswich. |
| 20 Jan | W | Ipswich. |
2:0 |
Bristol City. |
| 17 Jan | W | Ipswich. |
3:0 |
Blackburn. |
| 10 Jan | W | Ipswich. |
2:1 |
Blackpool. |
| 01 Jan | W | Ipswich. |
2:1 |
Oxford Utd. |
| 29 Dec | W |  Coventry. |
0:2 |
Ipswich. |
| 26 Dec | D |  Millwall. |
0:0 |
Ipswich. |
| 20 Dec | W | Ipswich. |
3:1 |
Sheffield We. |
| 13 Dec | L |  Leicester. |
3:1 |
Ipswich. |
| 10 Dec | W | Ipswich. |
1:0 |
Stoke. |
England - Championship| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Coventry | 29 | 62-33 | 58 |
| 2 |
Middlesbrough | 29 | 46-29 | 55 |
| 3 |
Ipswich | 28 | 48-27 | 50 |
| 4 |
Hull City | 28 | 47-40 | 50 |
| 5 |
Millwall | 29 | 36-35 | 49 |
| 6 |
Wrexham | 29 | 43-37 | 44 |
| 7 |
Bristol City | 29 | 40-31 | 43 |
| 8 |
Watford | 28 | 39-33 | 43 |
| 9 |
Preston | 29 | 36-33 | 43 |
| 10 |
Stoke City | 29 | 34-26 | 42 |
| 11 |
Derby | 29 | 39-37 | 42 |
| 12 |
QPR | 29 | 40-42 | 40 |
| 13 |
Birmingham | 29 | 39-38 | 39 |
| 14 |
Leicester | 29 | 40-43 | 38 |
| 15 |
Southampton | 29 | 41-41 | 37 |
| 16 |
Swansea | 29 | 32-37 | 36 |
| 17 |
Sheffield Utd | 28 | 39-41 | 35 |
| 18 |
Norwich | 29 | 37-41 | 33 |
| 19 |
Charlton | 28 | 27-38 | 32 |
| 20 |
West Brom | 29 | 32-44 | 32 |
| 21 |
Portsmouth | 27 | 24-37 | 30 |
| 22 |
Blackburn | 28 | 26-37 | 29 |
| 23 |
Oxford United | 28 | 27-36 | 27 |
| 24 |
Sheffield | 28 | 18-56 | -7 |
