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Premier League 2026/27

Ipswich Town vs Brighton & Hove Albion prediction

Our predicted score is 0-1. Below: the goals outlook, the deciding factors and three bets from safe to long shot.

By Vishal Rao, Football EditorUpdated

31%Ipswich

25%draw

44%Brighton

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

Quick overview

  • Our pick: We predict 0-1, with Brighton at 44%.
  • Home advantage: Ipswich have home support, but Brighton are strong enough to overcome it.
  • Goals outlook: Our model expects 2.7 goals, right on the line. Over 2.5 goals is close to a coin flip at 51%.
  • Safest bet: Brighton or draw (Double chance), about a 69% chance.

Who will win Ipswich vs Brighton?

Our Ipswich Town vs Brighton & Hove Albion prediction is 0-1. Brighton are 44% to win, the draw is 25%, and both teams score in 55% of our simulations. The match kicks off Sat, 27 Feb 2027 at 20:30 IST.

Predicted score
0-1
Our pick
Brighton, 44%
Draw
25%

What will decide it

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

  • Home advantage

    Ipswich have home support, but Brighton are strong enough to overcome it. Home advantage narrows the gap without closing it.

    Helps Even

  • Goals outlook

    Our model expects 2.7 goals, right on the line. Over 2.5 goals is close to a coin flip at 51%.

    Helps Even

  • Quality gap

    Brighton are well ahead on our ratings, with the draw at just 25%. An early goal for them would be hard for Ipswich to overturn.

    Helps Brighton

How many goals in Ipswich vs Brighton?

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

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Both teams score 55%Over 2.5 goals 51%Expected goals 1.22 / 1.50

Best bets for Ipswich vs Brighton

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

  1. Safer

    Our chance 69%

    Double chance

    Brighton or draw

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

  2. Value

    Our chance 55%

    Both teams to score

    Yes

    Both attacks should create chances. We rate it 55%.

  3. Long shot

    Our chance 10%

    Correct score

    Brighton 0-1

    The scoreline our model predicts. Correct-score markets pay long odds, so keep the stake small.

How the teams line up

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

Home, promoted this season

Ipswich Town

New to the division this season. Expect Ipswich to keep men behind the ball in front of their own fans at Portman Road and look for set pieces and fast breaks.

Away

Brighton & Hove Albion

A strong, well-drilled team. Brighton tend to win games on the road at Portman Road by controlling midfield rather than overwhelming opponents.

Match preview

Ipswich Town host Brighton & Hove Albion at Portman Road in the Premier League 2026/27. Brighton get a 44% rating from our model, which expects 1.22 goals from Ipswich and 1.50 from Brighton. Line-ups arrive about an hour before kick-off. A missing key player can change this more than any other factor, so wait for them.

Ipswich and Brighton: the games either side

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

Ipswich play 7 days after their game away at Chelsea on 20 Feb. Their next league game is away at Brentford 4 days after this one. It is game 27 of 38 for them.

Brighton play 7 days after their game at home to Spurs on 20 Feb. Their next league game is at home to Fulham 4 days after this one. It is game 27 of 38 for them.

The reverse fixture, at American Express Stadium, was played on Sat, 19 Dec 2026, so this is the second meeting of the season.

  1. 20 FebChelsea vs IpswichStamford Bridge
  2. 20 FebBrighton vs SpursAmerican Express Stadium
  3. 27 FebIpswich vs BrightonPortman RoadThis match
  4. 03 MarBrentford vs IpswichGtech Community Stadium
  5. 03 MarBrighton vs FulhamAmerican Express Stadium

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Ipswich Town vs Brighton & Hove Albion: questions fans ask

Quick answers to what readers ask us most.

Who will win Ipswich vs Brighton?

We back Brighton & Hove Albion. Malik Mumbai's model gives Ipswich 31%, the draw 25% and Brighton 44%, based on our club ratings, home advantage and recent form.

What time is Ipswich Town vs Brighton & Hove Albion in India?

Sat, 27 Feb 2027, 20:30 IST India time (15:00 UK), at Portman Road in Ipswich. Broadcast changes can shift Premier League fixtures, so confirm nearer kick-off.

What is the best bet for Ipswich vs Brighton?

Brighton or draw is the safer option at 69%. The value pick is both teams to score: Yes (55%). Check the line-ups before you bet.

Ipswich vs Brighton match kaun jitega?

Malik Mumbai ke model ke hisaab se Brighton & Hove Albion favourite hain. Ipswich ka chance 31%, draw 25% aur Brighton ka chance 44% hai. Hamara predicted score 0-1 hai. Yeh prediction hai, guarantee nahi.

Where can I watch Ipswich vs Brighton?

Broadcast rights in India change by season, so check the official Premier League broadcaster listings closer to the day.

Is Ipswich Town vs Brighton & Hove Albion a derby?

No, it is a regular league match between clubs from Ipswich and Brighton.

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.

Still unsure? Ask our team

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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