“Massive win”- The72’s writers offer their Oxford United vs Ipswich Town predictions ahead of the Championship clash on Saturday.

The72’s writers preview Oxford United vs Ipswich Town ahead of Saturday’s Championship clash

Ipswich Town head to Oxford United this weekend aiming to extend their impressive recent run of form.

The Tractor Boys got off to a slow start this season, falling short of expectations. However, they have regained momentum over the past few weeks and currently sit 5th in the Championship, just three points behind 2nd-placed Stoke City. Kieran McKenna’s side remain unbeaten in their last six games, claiming four wins along the way, and have reignited their promotion hopes following last season’s relegation from the Premier League. Their most recent result was a 2-0 away victory against Hull City, marking back-to-back clean sheets after a 0-0 draw with Wrexham.

Oxford United, meanwhile, arrive off the back of a hard-fought point at Ipswich’s rivals, Norwich City. The U’s scored a last-minute equaliser through summer loan signing Filip Krastev, his first goal since joining from Lommel, to secure a 1-1 draw. Despite the positive result, Oxford remain winless in five games, their last victory coming against bottom-of-the-table Sheffield Wednesday. One encouraging sign for Oxford is their home form, having lost only once in their last four matches at Kassam Stadium.

Here’s what our writers predict for Saturday’s clash:

Charlie Hodgson
“Ipswich Town are starting to look like a strong, well-rounded side after a shaky start to the season. Their recent form, particularly the win over Hull City, is a huge boost for their play-off push.

“Oxford United need to build on the draw at Norwich, but they’re still facing a difficult season and must capitalise on home fixtures where possible. I expect Ipswich’s quality to shine through on the day.”

Prediction: Oxford United 0-3 Ipswich Town

James Ray
“The current form of these two sides couldn’t be more contrasting. Ipswich are unbeaten in six, while Oxford have now gone five games without a win.

“This gives the Tractor Boys the edge going into this fixture, as they look to maintain their momentum on the road. Oxford will fight hard, but they likely lack the quality to overcome Ipswich this weekend.”

Prediction: Oxford United 0-2 Ipswich Town