How to watch Ipswich Town vs Chelsea; Premier League broadcast

The match Ipswich Town vs Chelsea will be streamed on Peacock on Monday, December 30, at 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT. From Portman Road Stadium, Ipswich will aim to secure vital points in their fight to avoid relegation, while Chelsea seeks to bounce back from their recent loss and stay in contention for the top spots in the league. Learn about team form, strategies, and what to expect in this crucial matchup.

How Does Ipswich Town Arrive?

Ipswich Town, under the management of Kieran McKenna, sits second-to-last in the table with just 12 points, reflecting a tough season for the newly promoted side. In their most recent match, they lost 1-0 to Arsenal, showing some defensive improvement but lacking the attacking sharpness needed to secure a draw. Earlier, they suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat to Newcastle, highlighting the structural weaknesses within the team.

In recent games, Ipswich managed a valuable 2-1 victory over Wolverhampton, thanks to a strong collective performance. However, they also endured narrow losses to Bournemouth and Crystal Palace, leaving them striving for consistency to climb out of the relegation zone.

Recent Matches for Ipswich Town:

• December 27: Arsenal 1-0 Ipswich (Premier League)
• December 21: Ipswich 0-4 Newcastle (Premier League)
• December 14: Wolverhampton 1-2 Ipswich (Premier League)
• December 8: Ipswich 1-2 Bournemouth (Premier League)
• December 3: Ipswich 0-1 Crystal Palace (Premier League)

How Does Chelsea Arrive?

Chelsea, led by Enzo Maresca, holds fourth place with 35 points, solidifying their position as a title contender. However, recent performances have been inconsistent. In their last match, they lost 2-1 to Fulham, dominating possession but suffering costly defensive errors. Before that, they drew 0-0 against Everton, highlighting struggles to convert key opportunities.

Chelsea’s previous form included a string of positive results, with crucial wins over Shamrock Rovers in the Europa Conference League and Brentford in the Premier League, showcasing their attacking prowess. Additionally, a 5-1 win against Southampton demonstrated their offensive firepower when performing at their best.

Recent Matches for Chelsea:

• December 26: Chelsea 1-2 Fulham (Premier League)
• December 22: Everton 0-0 Chelsea (Premier League)
• December 19: Chelsea 5-1 Shamrock Rovers (Europa Conference League)
• December 15: Chelsea 2-1 Brentford (Premier League)
• December 12: Astana 1-3 Chelsea (Europa Conference League)

Probable Lineups

Ipswich Town:

• Arijanet Muric
• Dara O'Shea
• Luke Woolfenden
• Jacob Greaves
• Leif Davis
• Kalvin Phillips
• Jens-Lys Cajuste
• Ben Johnson
• Omari Hutchinson
• Sammie Szmodics
• Liam Delap

Chelsea:

• Robert Sanchez
• Malo Gusto
• Tosin Adarabioyo
• Levi Colwill
• Marc Cucurella
• Moisés Caicedo
• Enzo Fernandez
• Jadon Sancho
• Cole Palmer
• Pedro Neto
• Nicolas Jackson

Predictions

Odds:

• Ipswich Town: +700
• Draw: +425
• Chelsea: -275

Match Details

• Date: Monday, December 30, 2024
• Time: 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT
• Tournament: Premier League
• Stadium: Portman Road Stadium

How to Watch Ipswich Town vs Chelsea Live

• Broadcast: Peacock