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Ipswich Town U18 vs Crystal Palace U18 Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 17-10-2026
Oct 1711:00
Match Prediction
Expected score: Ipswich Town U18 2-1 Crystal Palace U18
Ipswich Town U18DrawCrystal Palace U18
Over 2.5 goalsYes (84%)
Both teams to scoreYes (77%)
Ipswich Town U18 will host Crystal Palace U18 in an intriguing encounter in the U18 Premier League - South. Both sides come into this match with different moments in their season, as Ipswich seeks to stabilize their form while Crystal Palace aims to climb the standings.
Team form
Ipswich Town U18
Ipswich Town U18 finds themselves in ninth place, with a record of three wins and three losses out of six matches. They have accumulated 9 points, scoring 15 goals and conceding the same number, which reflects an average of 2.5 goals scored and 2.5 conceded per game. In their last five matches, Ipswich's performance has been mixed, with two wins and three losses. They achieved a notable 6-2 victory against AFC Bournemouth U18 but have also faced defeats against stronger teams like Brentford and Southampton, indicating their potential to score but also vulnerabilities in defence.
Crystal Palace U18
On the other side, Crystal Palace U18 currently sit in fourteenth place with only one win from six matches, totaling 4 points. Their stats reveal they have scored 9 goals while conceding 15, averaging 1.5 goals scored and 2.5 goals conceded per match. The team's recent form is concerning; they have registered one draw and four losses in their past five outings. Crystal Palace displayed some attack against Fulham in their 3-3 draw but have struggled to keep the opposition from scoring, which has been their downfall recently.
Head-to-head
In their last two meetings, Crystal Palace U18 has dominated the head-to-head record against Ipswich Town U18, registering two high-scoring victories, including a 6-3 win and an overwhelming 8-0 thrashing. This history adds pressure on Ipswich to perform better at home, while Crystal Palace will aim to continue their streak against their rivals.
Key factors
Ipswich will rely on their ability to convert scoring opportunities, demonstrated by a 2.6 average goals scored per game recently. Defensively, they will need to tighten up to mitigate their equal number of goals conceded. For Crystal Palace, finding a consistent offensive rhythm is crucial, as they struggle with only 1.2 goals scored on average over their last five matches. They must reverse their trend of concession and provide more support for their attacking players in this fixture.
Prediction
Given Ipswich's home advantage and their moderate success against Crystal Palace historically, they are poised to dictate the game's tempo. Their recent offensive performances indicate a higher potential to score, while Crystal Palace’s defensive frailties give Ipswich ample chances. Thus, Ipswich Town U18 emerges as the likely candidate for victory.
Ipswich Town U18 is expected to win this match against Crystal Palace U18.
Match info
Tournaments:
U18 Premier League - South(South)
Referee:
No information
Statistics
Odds Comparison
Recent Form
Ipswich Town U18
L
L
W
W
W
Crystal Palace U18
D
L
L
L
L
Injuries & Suspensions
Lineups
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Tottenham Hotspur U18 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 16 |
| 2 |  Chelsea U18 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 15 |
| 3 |  Southampton U18 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 12 |
| 4 |  Fulham U18 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 12 |
| 5 |  Arsenal U18 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| 6 |  West Ham United U18 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| 7 |  Brighton U18 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| 8 |  Brentford U18 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 9 |
| 9 |  Ipswich Town U18 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 9 |
| 10 |  Aston Villa U18 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8 |
| 11 |  West Bromwich Albion U18 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 |
| 12 |  Norwich City U18 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 6 |
| 13 |  AFC Bournemouth U18 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 14 |  Crystal Palace U18 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| 15 |  Reading U18 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 4 |
| 16 |  Birmingham City U18 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 3 |
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