Hull City vs Ipswich Town prediction: Spoils shared in 1-1 MKM stalemate
Hull City host Ipswich Town at the MKM Stadium on Saturday at 3pm in the Premier League, with both newly promoted sides level on 10 points. Squawka's Anthony Eadson predicts a 1-1 draw and backs Hull City draw no bet at 17/20 with Betway.
- Kick-off: Saturday, 31 October, 15:00 GMT
- Venue: MKM Stadium (Kingston Communications Stadium), Hull
- Competition: Premier League
- Prediction: Hull City 1-1 Ipswich Town; Hull City draw no bet at 17/20 (Betway)
- League positions: Hull City 10th, Ipswich Town 12th (both on 10 points)
- Availability: No absentees for either side
Confirmed line-ups
Hull City (3-4-1-2)
Starting XI: Tzolakis; Giles, Mendy, Egan; Ajayi, Coyle, Stroud, Slater; Crooks; Belloumi, McBurnie
Ipswich Town (3-4-1-2)
Starting XI: Emersonn; Maeda, Enciso, Fatawu; Palacios, Lukic, Davis, Greaves; Diop, O'Shea; Scherpen
Note: Starting XIs are those listed in the source and may reflect a predicted or published shape rather than a confirmed team sheet. Substitutes were not provided in the source.
Selection notes
Both managers have a fully fit squad to choose from, with the source confirming no absentees for Hull City or Ipswich Town. There are no suspensions, injuries or late fitness concerns reported. Neither side is expected to hand a debut to a new signing, as no arrivals are mentioned.
The numbers
- Hull City season so far: 8 matches played, 9 goals scored, 8 conceded, 87 shots, 26 on target, 32.7% possession, 60 chances created, 86 fouls, 59 take-ons completed, 146 tackles made, 22 yellow cards, 0 red cards, 31 corners won.
- Ipswich Town season so far: 8 matches played, 12 goals scored, 16 conceded, 84 shots, 34 on target, 43.9% possession, 67 chances created, 91 fouls, 57 take-ons completed, 131 tackles made, 14 yellow cards, 1 red card, 23 corners won.
- Head-to-head (last five league meetings): Hull City 0 wins, 1 draw, Ipswich Town 4 wins.
- Goals in those meetings: Hull City 3, Ipswich Town 10.
- Discipline in those meetings: Hull City 9 yellow cards, Ipswich Town 10.
- Corners in those meetings: Hull City 21, Ipswich Town 27.
- Shots and tackles in those meetings: Hull City 50 shots, 47 tackles won; Ipswich Town 74 shots, 52 tackles won.
- Recent results: Ipswich Town 1-0 Hull City (Championship, 03 Mar 2026); Hull City 0-2 Ipswich Town (Championship, 25 Nov 2025); Hull City 3-3 Ipswich Town (Championship, 27 Apr 2024); Ipswich Town 3-0 Hull City (Championship, 03 Oct 2023); Hull City 0-1 Ipswich Town (League One, 23 Feb 2021).
- Top scorers: Mohamed Belloumi 3, Zian Flemming 2, Emersonn 2, Leif Davis 2, Liam Millar 1, Abdoul Ouattara 1, Julio Enciso 1, Chuba Akpom 1, Joe Gelhardt 1, Daizen Maeda 1.
- Most shots: Julio Enciso 23, Mohamed Belloumi 22, Emersonn 14, Oliver McBurnie 11, Joe Gelhardt 9.
- Tackles won: Mohamed Belloumi 14, Exequiel Palacios 11, Semi Ajayi 11, Regan Slater 9, Abdul Fatawu 8.
- Assists: Julio Enciso 2, Mohamed Belloumi 2, Abdoul Ouattara 1, Regan Slater 1, Sorba Thomas 1, Abdul Fatawu 1, Elliot Stroud 1 (listed without a number in the source), Emersonn 1, Leif Davis 1, Ryan Giles 1.
- Chances created: Ryan Giles 9, Abdul Fatawu 8, Sasa Lukic 8, Oliver McBurnie 8, Julio Enciso 7, Regan Slater 7, Sorba Thomas 7, Emersonn 7.
- Passes completed: Issa Diop 383, Exequiel Palacios 339, Sasa Lukic 284, Dara O'Shea 271, Jacob Greaves 200, Leif Davis 192.
- Take-ons completed: Mohamed Belloumi 19, Julio Enciso 16, Abdul Fatawu 15, Oliver McBurnie 7.
- Interceptions: Issa Diop 16, Dara O'Shea 12, Mohamed Belloumi 10, Semi Ajayi 9.
Why the MKM factor points to another draw
Hull City are unbeaten at home this season, conceding just three goals in four outings at the MKM Stadium. Their campaign has been shaped by four draws, including a 1-1 home draw against Brentford last time out and a 2-2 stalemate at Chelsea. That defensive solidity at home is the foundation of any case for the hosts.
Ipswich Town, by contrast, have struggled on the road. They have one win and three defeats away from home, conceding 11 goals in four trips, including a 3-2 defeat at Manchester City and a 1-0 loss at Everton. Their defence has shipped 16 goals and kept no clean sheet all season, giving Hull encouragement that they can score.
Squawka's prediction is a 1-1 draw, with Hull City draw no bet at 17/20 (Betway) as the betting angle. The hosts' home record and Ipswich's away form tilt a cagey contest towards Hull, but Ipswich's recent head-to-head dominance — four wins in the last five league meetings, including both encounters last season — suggests they can at least avoid defeat. Hull have not beaten Ipswich in the league since November 2020.
Talking points
- Hull City's unbeaten home record faces its sternest test yet, but Ipswich's away form is so poor that a draw looks the most likely outcome.
- Ipswich have won four of the last five league meetings, yet their defensive record this season (16 conceded, no clean sheets) undermines that historical edge.
- Mohamed Belloumi has been Hull's standout performer with three goals, 22 shots, 14 tackles won and 19 take-ons completed — he is the man Ipswich must stop.
- Both sides are level on 10 points, so a win would create early breathing space in the Premier League table; a draw leaves both still searching for consistency.
What happens next
Both teams return to Premier League action after the international break, with Hull City looking to extend their unbeaten home run and Ipswich Town aiming to improve a poor away record. The result will shape early-season momentum for two newly promoted sides finding their feet in the top flight.
Frequently asked questions
What is the prediction for Hull City vs Ipswich Town?
Squawka predicts a 1-1 draw and backs Hull City draw no bet at 17/20 with Betway.
Are there any injuries for Hull City or Ipswich Town?
No, the source confirms no absentees for either side.
What time is kick-off for Hull City vs Ipswich Town?
Kick-off is at 3pm on Saturday, 31 October, at the MKM Stadium.
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