Ipswich town vs Liverpool: Everything To Know

Ipswich town vs Liverpool 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats,League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know

The 2024-2025 Premier League season kicked off with an exciting match between Ipswich Town and Liverpool at Portman Road on August 17, 2024.

Match Overview

Final Score: Ipswich Town 0 – 2 Liverpool

Liverpool secured a 2-0 victory over Ipswich Town, with goals from Diogo Jota and Mohamed Salah. The match was a tale of two halves, with Ipswich showing promise in the first half but ultimately being outclassed by Liverpool’s quality in the second half¹².

First Half:

The first half was a testament to Ipswich Town’s determination and tactical discipline. Under the guidance of manager Kieran McKenna, Ipswich Town started the match with a high press and compact defensive structure. This approach effectively disrupted Liverpool’s rhythm and limited their attacking opportunities.

• Defensive : Ipswich’s backline, led by their captain, was well-organized, making crucial interceptions and clearances to keep Liverpool at bay.
• Also Midfield Battle: The midfield trio worked tirelessly to close down spaces and win back possession, preventing Liverpool from creating clear-cut chances.
• Counter-Attacks: Ipswich looked dangerous on the counter, with Omari Hutchinson and also Liam Delap leading the charge. However, they were unable to convert their chances into goals.

Despite Liverpool’s dominance in possession, Ipswich managed to hold them to a goalless draw at halftime, much to the delight of the home fans at Portman Road.

Second Half:

The second half saw a shift in momentum as Liverpool’s quality and experience began to show. Manager Arne Slot made tactical adjustments that allowed Liverpool to exploit the spaces left by Ipswich’s pressing game.

• Opening Goal: In the 60th minute, Diogo Jota broke the deadlock with a well-taken goal. Mohamed Salah provided a precise pass, and Jota made no mistake in finishing it off.
• Salah’s Record-Breaking Goal: Just five minutes later, Salah doubled Liverpool’s lead with a clinical finish, becoming the outright top scorer in Premier League opening-day matches with nine goals. His goal was a result of a swift attacking move that left Ipswich’s defense scrambling.
• Control and Composure: After taking the lead, Liverpool controlled the tempo of the game, also maintaining possession and frustrating Ipswich’s attempts to get back into the match.

Possession

• Ipswich Town: 42%
• Liverpool: 58%

Shots

• Total Shots:
  • Ipswich Town: 8
  • Also Liverpool: 15
• Shots on Target:
  • Ipswich Town: 2
  • Liverpool: 6

Passing

• Pass Accuracy:
  • Ipswich Town: 78%
  • Liverpool: 85%
• Total Passes:
  • Ipswich Town: 380
  • Also Liverpool: 520

Defensive Actions

• Tackles:
  • Ipswich Town: 18
  • Liverpool: 14
• Interceptions:
  • Ipswich Town: 12
  • Liverpool: 9
• Clearances:
  • Ipswich Town: 22
  • Also Liverpool: 15

Discipline

• Fouls:
  • Ipswich Town: 10
  • Also Liverpool: 8
• Yellow Cards:
  • Ipswich Town: 2
  • Liverpool: 1
• Red Cards: None

Key Players and Performances

• Diogo Jota: Scored the opening goal and was a constant threat to the Ipswich defense.
• Also Mohamed Salah: Provided an assist for Jota’s goal and also scored the second, showcasing his class and experience.
• Ipswich Town: Despite the loss, Ipswich showed promise, especially in the first half. Players like Omari Hutchinson and Liam Delap stood out with their performances³.

Post-Match Reactions

Liverpool’s new manager, Arne Slot, was pleased with the team’s performance, especially in the second half. He praised the players for their resilience and ability to adapt to the challenges posed by Ipswich³.