Played: final score 2–2. The tip and analysis below are as they were before kick-off.
Hull City v Ipswich: 31 October 2026 · 15:00 at MKM Stadium (Hull), with Thomas Kirk refereeing. We see little between the teams. Scroll down for the tip, the chances of each outcome, absences and our breakdown of the game.
Hull City vs Ipswich: analysis of the match
What our tip is based on
- Table. Hull City are 11th in the table, on 11 points after 9 matches (2W 5D 2L), and Ipswich are 14th, on 11 points (3W 2D 4L).
- Attack and defence. On average Hull City score 1.1 goals a match in the competition and concede 1.0; for Ipswich the figures are 1.5 scored and 2.0 conceded.
- Form in the competition. Hull City: 2W 4D 2L, goals 9–8; Ipswich: 3W 1D 4L, goals 12–16.
- Head to head. From 18 meetings: 10 wins for Hull City, 4 wins for Ipswich and 4 draws, with the goals at 31–19.
What to expect
We see an evenly matched game, with a 1–1 score estimate, roughly 2 goals in all, and 1–1 (12.2%) the most probable single result. Not much should separate the teams.
In the goals market we pick Both teams to score (odds 1.67), and we rate it at 56%. Our numbers give both teams scoring a 56% chance and more than 2.5 goals a 51% chance.
Prediction summary
- Meetings: 18; Hull City 10 wins, 4 draws, Ipswich 4 wins.
- An average of 2.8 goals per meeting between these teams.
- In the competition, goals scored–conceded: Hull City 9–8, Ipswich 12–16.
- Expected: roughly 2 goals; over 2.5 goals: 51%.
- Out: Hull City 7, Ipswich 2.
Alternative tip: BTTS – yes
Alternative tip: BTTS – yes (probability 56%, best price 1.67). With roughly 2 goals expected, it fits the picture.
Absences
Absent for Hull City: I. Ansah, D. Gyabi, C. Hughes, E. Matazo, M. Targett, J. Butland, L. Gourna-Douath. Absent for Ipswich: J. Taylor, S. Lukic. Team news may change, so check it again before kick-off.
Hull City vs Ipswich: compare the odds
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best price | 2.99 | 3.47 | 2.61 |
| Market average | 2.82 | 3.37 | 2.50 |
| Lowest odds | 2.44 | 3.11 | 2.40 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.29 | 1.27 | 74.7% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.94 | 1.88 | 50.9% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.00 | 1.95 | 49.1% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 3.30 | 3.16 | 30.0% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.67 | 1.66 | 56.3% |
| BTTS – no | 2.25 | 2.14 | 43.7% |
Prices from several bookmakers, combined and updated 31/10/26, 09:22. They are for guidance and can differ at any one operator. Margin, on average: 5.4%.
At a glance
- Likely result: Hull City 1–1 Ipswich, roughly 2 goals in total.
- Table: Hull City 11th (11 points), Ipswich 14th (11 points).
- Form in the competition: Hull City 2W 4D 2L (9:8), Ipswich 3W 1D 4L (12:16).
- H2H: 18 matches: Hull City 10W 4D 4L, goals 31–19.
- Absences: Hull City 7, Ipswich 2.
Who will win Hull City vs Ipswich?
Our estimate uses odds from several bookmakers after removing the margin. It does not guarantee any result.
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Hull City vs Ipswich: team news and absences
Hull City
- I. Ansahback injury · will miss the match
- D. Gyabigroin injury · will miss the match
- C. Hughesgroin injury · will miss the match
- E. Matazoknee injury · will miss the match
- M. Targettankle injury · will miss the match
- J. Butlandabsence · doubtful
- L. Gourna-Douathcalf injury · doubtful
Ipswich
- J. Taylorknee injury · will miss the match
- S. Lukicgroin injury · doubtful
Changes are possible before kick-off.
Standings and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 | 8-0-1 | 14:5 | 24 | |
| 2 | 9 | 7-0-2 | 20:10 | 21 | |
| 3 | 9 | 6-1-2 | 24:7 | 19 | |
| 4 | 9 | 5-1-3 | 19:15 | 16 | |
| 5 | 9 | 4-3-2 | 11:9 | 15 | |
| 6 | 9 | 3-5-1 | 16:9 | 14 | |
| 7 | 9 | 3-4-2 | 9:9 | 13 | |
| 8 | 9 | 3-3-3 | 14:13 | 12 | |
| 9 | 9 | 3-3-3 | 10:10 | 12 | |
| 10 | 9 | 3-3-3 | 10:13 | 12 | |
| 11 | 9 | 2-5-2 | 11:10 | 11 | |
| 12 | 9 | 2-5-2 | 9:8 | 11 | |
| 13 | 9 | 3-2-4 | 12:15 | 11 | |
| 14 | 9 | 3-2-4 | 14:18 | 11 | |
| 15 | 9 | 2-3-4 | 9:11 | 9 | |
| 16 | 9 | 3-0-6 | 9:16 | 9 | |
| 17 | 9 | 1-4-4 | 10:15 | 7 | |
| 18 | 9 | 2-1-6 | 9:21 | 7 | |
| 19 | 9 | 1-3-5 | 6:12 | 6 | |
| 20 | 9 | 1-2-6 | 7:17 | 5 |
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Questions and answers
What do we tip for Hull City vs Ipswich?
Ipswich +0.25 (Asian handicap) (1.67); Both teams to score (1.67).
Who will win Hull City vs Ipswich?
We estimate: Hull City win 34%, draw 28%, Ipswich win 38%.
Where and when is the game being played?
Date: 31 October 2026, kick-off: 15:00, venue: MKM Stadium, Hull. Referee: Thomas Kirk.
Who will be missing?
Hull City: I. Ansah, D. Gyabi, C. Hughes, E. Matazo, M. Targett, J. Butland, L. Gourna-Douath. Ipswich: J. Taylor, S. Lukic. Changes are possible before kick-off.
Will the match produce over 2.5 goals?
We estimate over 2.5 goals at 51% (odds 1.94); for fewer than 2.5 the figure is 49% (odds 2.00).
Will both teams score?
By our estimate, both teams score with a probability of 56% (odds 1.67).
Which correct score is the likeliest?
We rate 1–1 as most likely (12.2%), then 0–1 (9.4%) and 1–0 (8.7%).
What are your predictions based on?
We start from the prices of several bookmakers, remove their margin and average them to get probabilities; a Poisson distribution then gives us the expected goals and the most probable scores. Form, head to head and absences appear on the page as extra context. We publish predictions purely as information, and none of them promises a winning outcome.
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