Ipswich – Aston Villa

Ipswich host a struggling Aston Villa in what promises to be a pivotal clash for both sides. Sitting ninth with six points from two wins and two defeats, the home side will be keen to build on a respectable 7‑10 goal record and climb back into the top half. Villa, languishing in nineteenth place with just a single point after one draw and three losses, will need to tighten a porous 1‑7 defence if they are to avoid slipping further down the table. The encounter offers Ipswich a chance to solidify their push for a European spot, while Villa must pick up a win to keep any hope of survival alive.