Hull City vs Ipswich Town: Spoils set to be shared at the MKM Stadium

Hull City welcome Ipswich Town to the MKM Stadium on Saturday for a 3pm kick-off in the Premier League. Both sides are level on 10 points, with Hull 10th and Ipswich 12th. Squawka predicts a 1-1 draw and backs Hull draw no bet at 17/20 with Betway.

  • Date: Saturday 31 October
  • Kick-off: 15:00 GMT
  • Competition: Premier League
  • Venue: MKM Stadium (Kingston Communications Stadium)
  • Prediction: Hull City 1-1 Ipswich Town
  • Odds: Hull City draw no bet 17/20 (Betway)

Team news

Hull City starting XI: Tzolakis; Giles, Mendy, Egan, Ajayi, Coyle; Stroud, Slater, Crooks; Belloumi, McBurnie.

Ipswich Town starting XI: Scherpen; Davis, Greaves, Diop, O'Shea; Fatawu, Palacios, Lukic; Emersonn, Maeda, Enciso.

Both sides report no absentees for this fixture.

The numbers

Hull City have taken 10 points from eight games, scoring nine and conceding eight. They are unbeaten at home, conceding just three times in four outings. Ipswich Town also have 10 points but sit 12th with a goal difference dented by 16 goals conceded and no clean sheet all season. They have scored 12. Away from home, Ipswich have won once and lost three, conceding 11 in four trips.

In the head-to-head, Ipswich have won four of the last five league meetings, including both encounters last season. Hull have not beaten Ipswich in the league since November 2020. The overall head-to-head stats show Ipswich with 10 goals to Hull's 3, 10 yellow cards to Hull's 9, 27 corners to Hull's 21, 74 shots to Hull's 50, and 52 tackles won to Hull's 47.

Player stats for the season so far: Hull's Mohamed Belloumi has three goals, 22 shots, 14 tackles won, 19 take-ons completed and two assists. Julio Enciso has 23 shots, two assists and 16 take-ons. Zian Flemming and Emersonn have two goals each. Ryan Giles has created nine chances. Issa Diop has 16 interceptions and 383 passes completed. For Ipswich, Leif Davis has two goals and one assist, while Liam Millar, Abdoul Ouattara, Julio Enciso, Chuba Akpom, Joe Gelhardt and Daizen Maeda have one goal each.

Promoted pair still finding their feet

Hull City and Ipswich Town are both newly promoted to the Premier League and have made steady starts. Hull's campaign has been shaped by four draws, and they are unbeaten at the MKM Stadium, where they have been tough to break down. Their recent form shows three draws and two defeats, including a 1-1 home draw with Brentford last time out and a 2-2 draw at Chelsea.

Ipswich have shown more attacking threat with 12 goals, but their defence has been leaky, shipping 16 and keeping no clean sheet. On the road they have struggled, with one win and three defeats, conceding 11 in four trips. Last time out they drew 1-1 at home with Nottingham Forest, and their last two away games brought a 3-2 defeat at Manchester City and a 1-0 loss at Everton.

The head-to-head record strongly favours Ipswich, who have won four of the last five league meetings, including both last season. Hull have not beaten them in the league since November 2020. However, Ipswich's poor away form could tilt a cagey contest back towards the hosts. Squawka's prediction of a 1-1 draw reflects the likelihood of a tight affair.

Talking points

  • Home solidity vs away struggles: Hull are unbeaten at home and have conceded just three times in four home games, while Ipswich have lost three of four away and conceded 11 on the road.
  • Head-to-head hoodoo: Ipswich have won four of the last five league meetings and Hull have not beaten them in the league since November 2020.
  • Belloumi vs Davis: Mohamed Belloumi has been Hull's standout performer with three goals, 22 shots and 19 take-ons, while Leif Davis has two goals and one assist for Ipswich.

What happens next

Following this fixture, Hull City will continue their Premier League campaign with a trip to face another opponent, while Ipswich Town will look to improve their away form. Both sides will be eager to build on their steady starts and climb the table.

Frequently asked questions

What time is kick-off between Hull City and Ipswich Town?

The match kicks off at 15:00 GMT on Saturday 31 October at the MKM Stadium.

What is the prediction for Hull City vs Ipswich Town?

Squawka predicts a 1-1 draw and recommends Hull City draw no bet at 17/20 with Betway.

Are there any injuries or suspensions for either team?

No, both Hull City and Ipswich Town report no absentees for this fixture.

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