Ipswich Town v Fulham | Wednesday 1st November | 7.45pm | Portman Road | #IPSFUL
The opposition
- Kieran McKenna’s first full season in charge at Portman Road could not have gone much better, with the club finishing second in League One last term, accruing 98 points and boasting the best attack (101 scored) and defence (35 conceded) in the division.
- It’s form that they’ve maintained in the Championship, with a 4-3 defeat by Leeds United and 1-1 draw with Huddersfield Town the only points they’ve dropped, meaning they currently sit second in the standings, nine points clear of third place Leeds, having played a game less.
- Town find themselves in Round Four of the Carabao Cup courtesy of a 2-0 win over Bristol Rovers, a penalty shoot-out victory against Reading, and a thrilling 3-2 with Wolves, in which they recovered from a two-goal deficit to progress.
Ipswich team news
Wes Burns is Ipswich’s only injury absentee, while on-loan striker Dane Scarlett is ineligible having featured for parent club Tottenham Hotspur against Fulham in Round Two. Former Manchester United defender Axel Tuanzebe is expected to make his debut having recovered from a back injury.
Fulham team news
Carlos Vinicius will return to the matchday squad, where he may be joined by Kenny Tete. There’s been a return to training for Adama Traoré, though Wednesday will come too soon for him, but Issa Diop and Tosin remain sidelined.
Tickets
Fans can still buy tickets over the phone and in person from the Fulham Ticket Office until midday on matchday. No tickets will be available to buy on the gate at Portman Road.
Weather
It should be a dry evening in Ipswich, with temperatures around nine degrees at kick-off.
Travel
Fans taking the train will be able to get back to London the same night, with departures from Ipswich train station at 22.07, 22.23 and 22.43.
Penalties
If the score is level after 90 minutes, the tie will be decided by a penalty shoot-out.
Bag policy
Nothing larger than a standard carrier bag or handbag will be permitted into the ground. Ipswich do not offer a left luggage facility.
Fan guide
Ipswich have provided a matchday guide for Fulham supporters, which can be viewed here.
Coverage
FFCtv subscribers will be able to listen to live commentary from Gentleman Jim and Jamie Reid.
Top scorers
Ipswich: Nathan Broadhead (6)
Fulham: Bobby De Cordova-Reid, João Palhinha, Carlos Vinicius (2)
Form
Ipswich: DWWWW
Fulham: WLWLD
