Ipswich Town vs Queens Park Rangers Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips — Championship 02 May 2026

Ipswich Town sit 2nd, inside the Champions League places, and will view this as an opportunity to consolidate their position. For Queens Park Rangers in 14th, this is a chance to make a statement against one of the league’s top sides — the kind of result that can shift momentum for the rest of the campaign.

The numbers point towards an entertaining game. Our model projects 2.1 expected goals for Ipswich Town and 1.0 for Queens Park Rangers, suggesting we could see goals at both ends. If both sides play to their offensive strengths, the neutral will be in for a treat.

Ipswich Town’s form coming into this match has been inconsistent, averaging 1.3 points per game from their last five fixtures. They’ve scored 6 and conceded 7 in their last five outings.

Queens Park Rangers arrive hoping to rediscover their best form, averaging 0.2 points per game from their last five. However, their defensive record is a concern — 8 conceded in five games, a vulnerability Ipswich Town will look to exploit.

The quality gap between these sides is notable. Ipswich Town’s Elo rating (1556) is 152 points higher than Queens Park Rangers’s (1404), suggesting a meaningful difference in overall squad strength and performance level.

The historical record between Ipswich Town and Queens Park Rangers will be on the minds of both managers as they plot their approach. Every encounter adds another chapter to the rivalry, and this one carries its own unique set of circumstances and pressures.