# Ipswich vs Swansea Championship Preview and Betting Prediction 28 Feb 2026
The bookmakers have not provided explicit odds here, but based on the available data, neither side is a clear strong favorite, implying odds likely close to balanced. Ipswich and Swansea both average 1.6 goals per game recently, but Swansea boasts a superior defensive record with 3 clean sheets in their last 5 matches compared to Ipswich's single clean sheet, indicating a more stable backline. Momentum favors Swansea slightly at 26/45 versus Ipswich's 22/45, suggesting Swansea are in marginally better form. The head-to-head history heavily favors Ipswich with 4 wins in the last 5 encounters, including a recent 4-1 victory at Swansea, which could psychologically boost Ipswich confidence at home. Ipswich's home form is mixed, with a recent 1-1 draw and some high-scoring games, while Swansea's away form includes a 2-0 win and a solid defensive showing. Injuries affect Ipswich more, with multiple players doubtful or unavailable, whereas Swansea report no significant absences. Considering these factors, the match is finely poised but Ipswich's historical dominance and home advantage slightly edge the prediction towards a narrow home win. The likelihood of both teams scoring is moderate given Swansea's defensive solidity and Ipswich's attacking potential. A low-scoring game with Ipswich edging it 2-1 fits the data well.
## Predictions
Match Winner: home (45%) Over/Under 2.5: over (65% confidence) Both Teams to Score: yes (70% confidence) Correct Score: 2-1 Confidence Level: medium
Best Bet: Back Ipswich to win 2-1 with both teams to score for best value
Key Stats: - Ipswich has won 4 of last 5 H2H matches - Swansea kept 3 clean sheets in last 5 matches - Both teams average 1.6 goals per game recently