Aston Villa have won 12 of their last 18 meetings with Ipswich, losing just two. The Claret and Blue Army also claimed victory 12 times during their last 15 encounters at Villa Park. The Tractor Boys have only won in this part of the Midlands twice since 1981.
Aston Villa vs Ipswich Town Preview
Last Sunday, the Villans reached the FA Cup fifth round for the first time in a decade. They ousted Tottenham 2-1, with Jacob Ramsey breaking the deadlock after less than a minute, before Morgan Rogers poked home the clincher.
The following evening, the Claret and Blue Army learned they'll host Cardiff in the next round, with supporters dreaming of winning the competition for the first time since 1957.
More broadly, there's still plenty for Unai Emery's team to play for, already through to the Champions League last 16, while seeking to secure European qualification for next season too.
Villa are currently without a win in three Premier League matches, most recently defeated 2-0 at Wolves a fortnight ago. This left them eighth, occupying the last potential European spot, just four points adrift of the Champions League positions.
With Liverpool then Chelsea visiting Villa Park later this week, Emery and his team will be desperate to commence this crucial week with a victory here.
Ipswich Town also progressed in the FA Cup a week ago, swatting aside Championship high-fliers Coventry 4-1 on the road;. George Hirst converted a penalty inside two minutes, Jack Clarke then scored twice in nine minutes before Jaden Philogene poked home his first for the club.
In the Premier League, however, Kieran McKenna's men travel to the Midlands following four successive defeats, most recently beaten by Southampton at Portman Road, conceding right at the death to condemn them to defeat against the division's rock-bottom side.
This leaves the Tractor Boys 19th, three points from safety, and with games against Spurs and Man United up next, they're certainly in danger of becoming cut adrift.
Aston Villa vs Ipswich Town Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 73.
- Aston Villa Wins: 26. Draws: 16. Ipswich Town Wins: 20.
Aston Villa Team News
Ezri Konsa hobbled off during the first half against Spurs. With Matty Cash, Pau Torres and Tyrone Mings already sidelined, Unai Emery is very short of defensive options.
Thus, Chelsea loanee Axel Disasi may be thrown in for his debut, having been cup-tied a week ago, partnering makeshift defender Boubacar Kamara.
Further forward, Amadou Onana, Ross Barkley and top-scorer Ollie Watkins are also currently out, the latter suffering a groin injury at Molineux a fortnight ago, but new signings Marco Asensio and Marcus Rashford both came on for their debuts in the FA Cup, the duo looking sharp.
Aston Villa predicted lineup vs Ipswich Town: (4-2-3-1): Martínez; García, Disasi, Kamara, Digne; Tielemans, McGinn, Bailey, Rogers, Ramsey; Malen.
Aston Villa Player to Watch vs Ipswich Town
Morgan Rogers tucked home his 11th of the season against Tottenham, one of which came at Portman Road in September, so can he add to his tally?
Ipswich Town Team News
The visitors are without Sam Szmodics, Wes Burns, Conor Chaplin and Chiedozie Ogbene but, after finding the net just 20 mile east last weekend, Jaden Philogene is set to start against the side who sold him less than a month ago.
In goal, with Christian Walton sidelined due to a foot injury and Arijanet Muriç continuing to be unconvincing, deadline day signing Alex Palmer is likely to be donning the gloves, as he did in the FA Cup, thereby making his Premier League debut.
Ipswich Town predicted lineup vs Aston Villa: (4-2-3-1): Palmer; Tuanzebe, Godfrey, O'Shea, Davis; Morsy, Cajuste, Hutchinson, Enciso, Philogene; Delap.
Ipswich Town Player to Watch vs Aston Villa
Two of Liam Delap's nine Premier League goals this season came when Aston Villa visited Suffolk in the reverse fixture and, if the Tractor Boys harbour any hopes of a result in the Midlands, their star striker is likely to play a central role.
Aston Villa vs Ipswich Town Prediction
We cannot see beyond an Aston Villa victory on Saturday, considering how strong they are at home, while Ipswich's form has fallen off a cliff in recent weeks: Aston Villa 3-1 Ipswich Town.
Aston Villa vs Ipswich Town FAQs - Premier League
How to watch Aston Villa vs Ipswich Town Premier League game on TV channel?
Aston Villa vs Ipswich Town will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: Fubo Sports Network Canada
How to watch Aston Villa vs Ipswich Town Premier League game on live streaming?
Aston Villa vs Ipswich Town will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: fuboTV Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Aston Villa vs Ipswich Town in the Premier League?
Aston Villa vs Ipswich Town takes place on Saturday 15 February 2025, with kick off at 15:00 (GMT), 10:00 (EDT) & 7:00 (PST).