Ipswich Town U21 vs Birmingham City U21 preview and prediction
The match
Ipswich Town U21 host Birmingham City U21 in the Premier League 2 Division One on Friday 23 October, with kick-off at 12:00 (WAT) at Ipswich Town Training Centre. Ipswich Town U21 are 23rd with 6 points from 4 games (in the bottom half), while Birmingham City U21 sit 30th on 3 points (in the bottom three). Only 3 points separate the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Ipswich Town U21's last 5: LWDLL Most recently they lost to Anderlecht U21 0–1 at home. They average 1.5 scored and 2.7 conceded.
Birmingham City U21's last 5: LLLDW Most recently they lost to Derby County U21 0–4 at home. On the road they have won 1 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.3 scored and 2.5 conceded.
Ipswich Town U21 arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 1.2 points a game against 0.7.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 10 April 2026, finished Birmingham City U21 0–3 Ipswich Town U21.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 4.6 goals: 2.8 for Ipswich Town U21 and 1.7 for Birmingham City U21. That suggests an open game – over 2.5 goals is 83% likely and both teams score in 72% of our simulations. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: Ipswich Town U21 61%, draw 17%, Birmingham City U21 22%.
Both teams to score: yes (72%) at 1.33.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 72% chance at odds of 1.33. Predicted score: Ipswich Town U21 2–1 Birmingham City U21. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Ipswich Town U2161%fair 1.64 · @1.44
Draw17%fair 6.04 · @4.60
Birmingham City U2122%fair 4.45 · @4.40
4.57Expected goals
2.84Ipswich Town U21 xG
1.73Birmingham City U21 xG
72%Both score
83%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
2–17%
3–17%
2–26%
3–26%
1–15%
4–15%
From our goals model: Ipswich Town U21 2.8 – 1.7 Birmingham City U21 expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Ipswich Town U21 vs Birmingham City U21?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 72% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.33.
Who will win Ipswich Town U21 vs Birmingham City U21?
On our numbers Ipswich Town U21 have a 61% chance of winning, the draw 17% and Birmingham City U21 22%.
How many goals will there be in Ipswich Town U21 vs Birmingham City U21?
We expect about 4.6 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 83% likely and both teams score 72% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Ipswich Town U21 vs Birmingham City U21?
Our predicted score is Ipswich Town U21 2–1 Birmingham City U21, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 4.6 goals in total.
When is Ipswich Town U21 vs Birmingham City U21?
Ipswich Town U21 vs Birmingham City U21 (Premier League 2 Division One) kicks off on Friday 23 October 2026 at 12:00 (West Africa Time) at Ipswich Town Training Centre.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
