Ipswich vs Newcastle Prediction & Betting Tips (21 December)

The Ipswich coach still has to deal with the withdrawals of important full-back Tuanzebe, long-time absent defender Donacien and replacement strikers Ogbene and Hirst. On the last day, striker Chaplin opened his league goal counter. He could start again this weekend just like the other offensive players Hutchinson (1 goal and 1 assist in PL), Szmodics (3 goals in PL) and Delap (6 goals in PL). The Newcastle coach records the withdrawals of replacements Lascelles and Krafth as well as defense captain Botman, who has not yet set foot on the pitch this season.

They were joined in the infirmary by number 1 goalkeeper Pope and striker Wilson. Both scorers against Brentford, attackers Barnes (5 goals in PL) and Isak (6 goals and 3 assists in PL) are applying to start this Saturday as is Murphy (4 assists in PL) who delivered 2 offerings. England international Gordon (3 goals and 2 assists in PL) started on the bench.

Stepping into the spotlight for the Ipswich vs Newcastle encounter, the recent data suggests a game full of potential fireworks. Newcastle's form has been a rollercoaster, with commanding victories like the 4-0 thrashing of Leicester showcasing their attacking prowess. Yet, their defensive vulnerabilities were evident in the 4-2 defeat to Brentford and the thrilling 3-3 draw against Liverpool. Eddie Howe's side has demonstrated their ability to score heavily, but they also leave gaps that opponents can exploit.

On the other hand, Ipswich will be looking to exploit these defensive inconsistencies. With Newcastle’s mixed results, Ipswich might find opportunities to strike, especially if they can harness their defensive discipline and capitalize on counter-attacks. The combination of Newcastle’s potent attack and Ipswich’s potential to surprise suggests a match that could swing either way, making it an intriguing battle on the pitch.

Taking a unique angle on the upcoming Ipswich vs Newcastle match on December 21, it's evident that Newcastle's attacking power might just tip the scales in their favor. Given Ipswich's struggles in keeping clean sheets and Newcastle's capacity to exploit defensive weaknesses, a predicted scoreline of 0:2 seems reasonable. With Eddie Howe's men showing their ability to secure decisive wins and players like Alexander Isak and Jacob Murphy in fine form, Newcastle has the edge to come out on top, despite the home advantage for Ipswich. This fixture is likely to be a display of Newcastle's attacking prowess and Ipswich's challenge to hold firm.