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Premier League 2026/27

Chelsea vs Ipswich Town prediction

Our predicted score is 2-0. Below: the goals outlook, the deciding factors and three bets from safe to long shot.

By Vishal Rao, Football EditorUpdated

78%Chelsea

15%draw

7%Ipswich

Predicted score 2-0 (half-time 1-0), from the Malik Mumbai goals model.

Quick overview

  • Our pick: We predict 2-0, with Chelsea at 78%.
  • Home advantage: Chelsea have both the better ratings and home advantage, which is worth about a quarter of a goal at Stamford Bridge.
  • Goals outlook: Both sides create chances.
  • Safest bet: Chelsea or draw (Double chance), about a 93% chance.

Who will win Chelsea vs Ipswich?

Our Chelsea vs Ipswich Town prediction is 2-0. Chelsea are 78% to win, the draw is 15%, and both teams score in 43% of our simulations. The match kicks off Sat, 20 Feb 2027 at 20:30 IST.

Predicted score
2-0
Our pick
Chelsea, 78%
Draw
15%

What will decide it

The three things we think will settle this match, and which side each one helps.

  • Home advantage

    Chelsea have both the better ratings and home advantage, which is worth about a quarter of a goal at Stamford Bridge.

    Helps Chelsea

  • Goals outlook

    Both sides create chances. We expect 3.1 goals, with over 2.5 at 61%, so an open game is more likely than a cagey one.

    Helps Goals

  • Quality gap

    There is a clear gap in quality, and the draw is only 15%. Ipswich can't afford to concede first.

    Helps Chelsea

How many goals in Chelsea vs Ipswich?

Our model's chance of each total. The highlighted column is the most likely outcome.

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Both teams score 43%Over 2.5 goals 61%Expected goals 2.51 / 0.63

Best bets for Chelsea vs Ipswich

One match, three risk levels. The safer bet lands most often; the long shot pays most when it does.

  1. Safer

    Our chance 93%

    Double chance

    Chelsea or draw

    Covers a Chelsea win and the draw, so only an upset beats it. Expect a short price.

  2. Value

    Our chance 61%

    Total goals

    Over 2.5

    The model expects 3.1 goals, which clears the line more often than not.

  3. Long shot

    Our chance 14%

    Correct score

    Chelsea 2-0

    Our predicted result. These markets rarely land, so a small stake is enough.

How the teams line up

Confirmed line-ups arrive about an hour before kick-off.

Home

Chelsea

Chelsea are among the strongest teams in the league and should control the ball in front of their own fans at Stamford Bridge, leaving Ipswich to defend for long spells.

Away, promoted this season

Ipswich Town

New to the division this season. Expect Ipswich to keep men behind the ball on the road at Stamford Bridge and look for set pieces and fast breaks.

Match preview

The 2026/27 Premier League brings Ipswich Town to Chelsea's Stamford Bridge. Chelsea get a 78% rating from our model, which expects 2.51 goals from Chelsea and 0.63 from Ipswich. Team news lands about an hour before kick-off, and a key absence can move this more than anything else, so check the line-ups before you bet.

Chelsea and Ipswich: the games either side

Rest days and what comes next for both clubs, from the published Premier League fixture list.

Chelsea play 10 days after their game away at Newcastle on 10 Feb. Their next league game is away at Villa 7 days after this one. It is game 26 of 38 for them.

Ipswich play 10 days after their game at home to Arsenal on 10 Feb. Their next league game is at home to Brighton 7 days after this one. It is game 26 of 38 for them.

The reverse fixture, at Portman Road, was played on Wed, 30 Dec 2026, so this is the second meeting of the season.

  1. 10 FebNewcastle vs ChelseaSt James' Park
  2. 10 FebIpswich vs ArsenalPortman Road
  3. 20 FebChelsea vs IpswichStamford BridgeThis match
  4. 27 FebVilla vs ChelseaVilla Park
  5. 27 FebIpswich vs BrightonPortman Road

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Chelsea vs Ipswich Town: questions fans ask

Quick answers to what readers ask us most.

Who will win Chelsea vs Ipswich?

Chelsea, on our numbers: Chelsea 78%, draw 15%, Ipswich 7%. The model uses club ratings, home advantage and recent form.

What time is Chelsea vs Ipswich Town in India?

Sat, 20 Feb 2027, 20:30 IST India time (15:00 UK), at Stamford Bridge in London. Broadcast changes can shift Premier League fixtures, so confirm nearer kick-off.

What is the best bet for Chelsea vs Ipswich?

For a safer bet, Chelsea or draw (93%). For value, total goals: Over 2.5 (61%). Wait for the confirmed line-ups first.

Chelsea vs Ipswich match kaun jitega?

Malik Mumbai ke model ke hisaab se Chelsea favourite hain. Chelsea ka chance 78%, draw 15% aur Ipswich ka chance 7% hai. Hamara predicted score 2-0 hai. Yeh prediction hai, guarantee nahi.

Will both teams score in Chelsea vs Ipswich?

We rate both teams to score at 43%, so it leans no. Over 2.5 goals is 61%.

What is the score prediction for Chelsea vs Ipswich?

We predict 2-0, with 1-0 at half-time. The single most likely exact score in our model is 2-0 at 14%.

Is it legal to bet on the Premier League in India?

Not for real money online. India's Online Gaming Act 2025 bans online money games, including betting, along with their advertising and payment processing. Our legal guide explains what is still allowed. This is not legal advice, and you must be 18 or over.

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Fixture dates and kick-off times follow the Premier League's published schedule and can change for TV or cup games. Predictions, projected scores and win percentages on this page come from Malik Mumbai's own model, built from team strength, venue history and conditions. They are estimates, not guarantees, and only a bookmaker's live odds settle a bet. 18+ only. Set a limit before you play and bet responsibly.

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