On Saturday 5 September 2026, Crystal Palace play Ipswich Town in the EPL. Our model likes 2 bets here. The one it likes most is Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town: Over 1.5 Total Goals, priced at -345 when we wrote this. Here is the thinking behind each pick, in plain English.

Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town: Over 1.5 Total Goals (-345)

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When Crystal Palace hosts Ipswich Town, expect a lively encounter that could easily surpass 1.5 total goals. Palace, despite their recent struggles, have shown they can be leaky at the back, conceding an alarming average of 2.6 goals over their last five matches. With their attacking stats averaging a mere 0.8 goals per game, they’re certainly due for a breakout. Ipswich, on the other hand, has been equally vulnerable, allowing 2.8 goals per game away from home. Their recent form suggests they can score, albeit inconsistently, averaging 1.2 goals per away game. Given these trends, both defenses are likely to be tested, paving the way for a match that could easily see at least two goals hit the back of the net. With both teams’ recent scoring averages and defensive lapses, betting on over 1.5 goals seems not just reasonable but almost inevitable.

Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town: Crystal Palace -0.25 Goal Handicap (-169)

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As we gear up for this intriguing matchup between Crystal Palace and Ipswich Town, there’s a compelling case for backing Palace with a -0.25 handicap. Despite recent struggles, the Eagles have a distinct advantage over Ipswich, boasting a perfect record against them in the last five encounters. Crystal Palace’s home form, while inconsistent, shows they can score at least once per game, averaging 1.2 goals at Selhurst Park. Ipswich, on the other hand, has faltered on the road, conceding an alarming 2.8 goals per match lately. With Palace’s defense looking to tighten up after a rough patch, they have the opportunity to capitalize on Ipswich’s vulnerability. The expected goals (xG) stats lean heavily in Crystal Palace’s favor, suggesting they can turn their home advantage into a vital win here. The combination of head-to-head history and current form makes this bet enticing.

That is how our model reads Crystal Palace v Ipswich Town. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back anything. And if a game does not feel right to you, the strongest move is to skip it -- there is another one tomorrow.

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