Premier League Gameweek 6
Ipswich 2 - 1 FT Fulham
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
19' Leif Davis
Josh King 44'
HT
Calvin Bassey 51'
Ryan Sessegnon 55'
63' ↓ Florentino Luís ↑Exequiel Palacios
63' ↓ Jaden Philogene-Bidace ↑Jack Clarke
71' ↓ Julio Enciso ↑Chuba Akpom
71' ↓ Emersonn ↑Zian Flemming
↓ Shea Charles ↑Manuel Ángel Morán 71'
↓ Josh King ↑Rodrigo Muniz 76'
↓ Oscar Bobb ↑Kevin Santos Lopes de Macedo 76'
81' ↓ Daizen Maeda ↑Sindre Walle Egeli
↓ Alex Iwobi ↑Emile Smith Rowe 87'
↓ Gonzalo García ↑Hugo Larsson 87'
88' Abdoul Ouattara
90'+1 Dara O'Shea (Jack Clarke)
Emile Smith Rowe 90'+4
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Ipswich
Goalkeepers
Christian Walton 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Abdoul Ouattara 
CLUTCH HERO
88
Goal Time
88
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.7
Rating
Issa Diop 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Dara O'Shea
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.3
Rating
Leif Davis
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Saša Lukić 
MAGNET
77
Activity
77
Activity
69
Passes
8
Duels
Florentino Luís
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Daizen Maeda
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
81
Total Mins
81
Entry
Julio Enciso
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Jaden Philogene
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Forwards
Emersonn 
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
9
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Kjell Scherpen 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Darnell Furlong
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jacob Greaves
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Azor Matusiwa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Exequiel Palacios
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Chuba Akpom
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jack Clarke 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.8
Rating
Zian Flemming
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sindre Walle Egeli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fulham
Goalkeepers
Bernd Leno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Kenny Tete 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
36%
Pass Acc
David Affengruber
MAGNET
87
Activity
87
Activity
80
Passes
7
Duels
Calvin Bassey 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
60%
Duel Win %
Ryan Sessegnon 
TRANSFORMER
1
Goals
1
Goals
1
Aerials Won
0
Tackles
Midfielders
Sander Berge
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Shea Charles
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Oscar Bobb
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Joshua King
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Alex Iwobi
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
45%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Gonzalo García 
NPC
87
Minutes
87
Minutes
18%
Pass Acc
6.1
Rating
BENCH
Benjamin Lecomte
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Timothy Castagne
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joachim Andersen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
César Palacios
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Manuel Ángel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hugo Larsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Emile Smith Rowe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kevin Macedo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rodrigo Muniz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2025 | Fulham | 2 - 2 | Ipswich | Premier League | Craven Cottage |
| 08/31/2024 | Ipswich | 1 - 1 | Fulham | Premier League | Portman Road |
| 11/01/2023 | Ipswich | 1 - 3 | Fulham | League Cup | Portman Road |
| 09/16/2020 | Ipswich | 0 - 1 | Fulham | League Cup | Portman Road |
| 01/02/2018 | Fulham | 4 - 1 | Ipswich | Championship | Craven Cottage |
| 08/26/2017 | Ipswich | 0 - 2 | Fulham | Championship | Portman Road Stadium |
| 04/08/2017 | Fulham | 3 - 1 | Ipswich | Championship | Craven Cottage |
| 12/26/2016 | Ipswich | 0 - 2 | Fulham | Championship | Portman Road Stadium |
| 04/19/2016 | Ipswich | 1 - 1 | Fulham | Championship | Portman Road Stadium |
| 12/15/2015 | Fulham | 1 - 2 | Ipswich | Championship | Craven Cottage |
Ipswich Win
Fulham Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 6 GD: +11
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +13
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: 0
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: 0
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -6
League Standings
P: 9 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 9 GD: +17
P: 9 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 9 GD: +7
P: 9 GD: +1
P: 9 GD: 0
P: 9 GD: -3
P: 9 GD: +1
P: 9 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 9 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 9 GD: -2
P: 9 GD: -7
P: 9 GD: -5
P: 9 GD: -12
P: 9 GD: -6
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Ipswich
Fulham
Ipswich
Fulham
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Late Portman Road Pandemonium Stuns Fulham
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 73/100. A stunning stoppage-time turnaround transformed inevitable defeat into sheer ecstasy for the hosts, pushing the visitors deeper into the relegation mire.
Opening Act
A barrage of 24 total shots turned Portman Road Stadium into an absolute shooting gallery right out of the gate. Ipswich desperately tried to establish their rhythm on home soil, but Fulham edged possession and dictated much of the early tempo in this crucial Premier League clash. The Balance of play was remarkably tight, with both teams probing for a vital breakthrough in a fiercely contested midfield. The visitors, fighting fiercely to escape the relegation zone, pressed high and forced the hosts into uncomfortable defensive shapes. Every single tackle carried massive weight, and the sheer Intensity of the opening forty-five minutes showcased two resolute squads entirely unwilling to yield even an inch of turf before the interval.
The Pivot
Ryan Sessegnon shattered the stubborn deadlock in the 55th minute with a clinical finish that stunned the home crowd into silence. The Stakes were genuinely immense for the 19th-placed visitors, and his critical strike seemed entirely destined to secure a massive three points on the road. Following the goal, the away side naturally dropped deeper, looking incredibly comfortable as they defended their slender advantage. They happily absorbed wave after wave of mounting pressure from the home team, disrupting the game's flow and actively frustrating their opponents. The tactical shift forced the hosts to commit more bodies forward, leaving dangerous gaps at the back, but the visitors surprisingly failed to capitalize on the counter-attack, setting the stage for a grandstand finish.
Resolution
The Upset Factor completely skyrocketed in the dying embers of the match. Abdoul Ouattara hammered home a wonderfully dramatic 88th-minute equalizer, instantly reviving the previously deflated home support. But the hosts were absolutely not finished there. Deep into stoppage time, substitute Jack Clarke delivered a pinpoint assist for Dara O'Shea, who rose highest to emphatically head home the 91st-minute winner. This staggering late comeback transformed certain despair into pure elation. The devastating result leaves the visiting side firmly anchored in the relegation zone, while the jubilant hosts march comfortably upward into the relative safety of mid-table. The deafening roar at the final whistle highlighted exactly how crucial these three points could prove by May.
Key Questions
How dramatic was the late winner by R. Sessegnon?
Ryan Sessegnon actually scored the opening goal in the 55th minute. The truly dramatic late winner came from Dara O'Shea in stoppage time.
Did Ipswich deserve the late equalizer?
Yes, relentless late pressure finally paid off when Abdoul Ouattara found the back of the net in the 88th minute to level the score.
How did Ipswich complete the comeback from behind?
Substitute Jack Clarke delivered a crucial assist to Dara O'Shea, who powered home a 91st-minute header to seal the thrilling 2-1 victory.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Early Desperation Sets In At Portman Road
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 28/100. With the visitors already marooned in the drop zone and neither side boasting fireworks, this fixture is an early-season slog best left off your weekend watchlist.
The Setup
October 10, 2026, brings a grim reality check to Portman Road. Fulham arrive sitting 19th with just two points from five matches, carrying a dreadful Form rating that signals serious trouble ahead. Ipswich are breathing slightly easier in mid-table with six points, but this clash still reeks of a grueling relegation battle. The Stakes are remarkably low for neutrals so early in the campaign, largely because the Stars metric is severely lacking in marquee household names. However, the Balance rating suggests an incredibly tight affair, with the odds struggling to split the two sides.
Key Battle
With both teams desperate to avoid costly mistakes, expect a war of attrition in the middle third. The visitors' midfield block must aggressively disrupt the home side's transitions before they reach the final third. It will be physical, scrappy, and likely decided by a single lapse in concentration rather than a stroke of individual genius.
Our Prediction
A grim 1-1 draw. The hosts will take early control, but the visitors will scrape a scrappy equalizer from a set-piece in the second half. Neither side leaves entirely satisfied, sharing the spoils in a disjointed affair.