Ipswich vs Sunderland Head-to-Head Stats and Form Comparison

The statistics point to a clear direction in this matchup, though the underdog should not be underestimated. When we factor in the quality of opponents each team has faced, the gap narrows slightly but the overall picture remains consistent.

Sunderland has faced significantly tougher opposition (SoS: 46.5) compared to Ipswich (SoS: 34.2). This means Sunderland's statistics carry more weight - they've been battle-tested against quality opponents.

Ipswich holds the attacking edge with 1.6 goals per match versus Sunderland's 1.0, though the gap isn't insurmountable.

Ipswich has the defensive edge, conceding 1.1 per match compared to Sunderland's 1.5.

Sunderland has not faced any elite-level opponents in their recent matches, making it difficult to assess their ceiling.

Based on the combined statistics, expect 2.6 total goals. Over 2.5 goals is the statistical lean, with BTTS (Both Teams to Score) being likely.

📈 Form Momentum: Ipswich has been remarkably consistent, maintaining a steady 1.7 points per game over their last 10 matches. This stability makes them a predictable but reliable force.

❄️ Form Momentum: Sunderland is struggling for form, winning just 2 of their last 10 matches. Teams in this state often lack the confidence to compete in tight moments.

📊 Key Trend: The form trajectories are diverging. Ipswich is on the rise with 5W in last 10, while Sunderland shows signs of decline with 2W in last 10.

⚠️ Risk Factor: Despite being the statistical favorite, Ipswich faces a key vulnerability: they have kept only 1 clean sheets in their last 10 matches. If Sunderland can exploit this, an upset becomes plausible.

💡 Why This Matters: The 9.6-point power rating gap between these teams translates to approximately a 74% win probability for Ipswich. In practical terms, Ipswich would win 7 out of 10 such matchups.

The numbers lean toward Ipswich, with a 9.6-point power rating gap pointing to a genuine advantage — though not one that makes this contest a formality.

In their recent English WSL 2 match (2026-05-02), Ipswich prevailed 2-1 against Sunderland. This result provides valuable insight into how these teams match up against each other. Ipswich secured this victory at home, where they tend to be strongest. However, the next encounter could present a different challenge if the venue changes. The narrow 2-1 result shows how tight these encounters are. A single moment of quality or a tactical tweak could swing the next meeting either way. Sunderland will be eager to avenge this defeat. The desire for revenge can be a powerful motivator, and they may come into the next meeting with extra determination. Ipswich will carry a psychological advantage from this recent victory. Knowing you've beaten your opponent recently provides a significant confidence boost.