Ipswich Town 5-0 Sheffield United: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Coral’s post-match review of Ipswich Town 5-0 Sheffield United in the Championship on Friday, 12 September 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Ipswich Town delivered a stunning performance, thrashing Sheffield United 5-0 at home. The result was a surprise given Sheffield United's recent form, but it was Jaden Philogene who stole the show, scoring a hat-trick. This victory marks a significant turnaround for Ipswich, who had drawn their last two matches and lost the one before that. Sheffield United, on the other hand, continue to struggle, having now lost four consecutive games, with this defeat being their heaviest of the season.

The game was effectively over by halftime, with Philogene scoring twice in the first hour. George Hirst added a third before Philogene completed his hat-trick, showcasing his clinical finishing. Jack Clarke came off the bench to score the fifth, sealing a comprehensive win. For Sheffield United, this result will be a major concern, as they failed to register a single shot on target, highlighting their lack of threat going forward.

The statistics from the match largely reflect the dominance of Ipswich Town. Despite having less possession (47% to Sheffield United's 53%), Ipswich were far more effective in front of goal, scoring five times with only two assists. Sheffield United's higher number of corners (5 to Ipswich's 3) did not translate into any meaningful chances, and their two yellow cards indicate a frustrated performance. The successful dribbles percentage was close, but it was Ipswich's clinical finishing that made the difference.

The game's turning point came early when Jaden Philogene scored in the 20th minute, setting the tone for the match. His second goal in the 51st minute further demoralized Sheffield United, and George Hirst's goal in the 61st minute all but sealed the victory. Philogene's hat-trick was completed in the 68th minute, showcasing his individual brilliance.

Substitutions played a role in the final stages, with Jack Clarke coming on in the 71st minute and scoring just seven minutes later. Sheffield United made several changes around the same time, but none could change the course of the game. The yellow cards for Mark McGuinness and Japhet Tanganga were the only notable moments for Sheffield United, reflecting their frustration rather than any real impact on the game.

Ipswich Town lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Jaden Philogene leading the attack alongside George Hirst. The midfield trio of Kasey McAteer, Chuba Akpom, and Jens Cajuste provided the necessary support, with Azor Matusiwa and Jens Cajuste anchoring the midfield. The substitutions made by Ipswich were impactful, with Jack Clarke scoring shortly after coming on. Philogene's performance was the standout, but the team's overall cohesion and execution were key to the victory.

Sheffield United also opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Tom Cannon leading the line. The midfield was composed of Sydie Peck, Alex Matos, and Andre Brooks, with Callum O'Hare and Louie Barry in more advanced roles. The team made several substitutions in an attempt to change the game's momentum, but none of the changes had the desired effect. The performance was lackluster, with no real threat posed to the Ipswich defense.

Jaden Philogene is Coral’s Man of the Match, and rightly so, having scored a hat-trick in the 5-0 victory over Sheffield United. His three goals were crucial in securing the win, and his performance was a testament to his finishing ability. Despite not registering any assists or big chances created, his two key passes highlight his involvement in the team's attacking play.

Recent Championship matches:

• Win: 5-0 vs Sheffield United (H)

• Draw: 2-2 vs Derby County (H)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Preston North End (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Southampton (H)

Recent Championship matches:

• Loss: 0-5 vs Ipswich Town (A)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Middlesbrough (A)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Millwall (H)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Swansea City (A)

Ipswich Town now sit in 14th place with 6 points, and their next game is against Blackburn Rovers, who are just one position and point behind them, on September 20, 2025 at 14:00. This result will boost their confidence, and they will look to build on this performance as they aim to climb the table.

Sheffield United find themselves at the bottom of the table with 0 points after this heavy defeat. Their next match is against Charlton Athletic, who are in 18th place with 5 points, on September 20, 2025 at 14:00. This result will force Sheffield United to reassess their approach as they look to avoid further embarrassment.

Championship Game Week 6, 25/26

• Middlesbrough Vs West Brom

• QPR Vs Stoke City

• Birmingham Vs Swansea

• Leicester City Vs Coventry

• Blackburn Rovers Vs Ipswich Town

• Derby County Vs Preston

• Hull City Vs Southampton

• Portsmouth Vs Sheffield Wednesday

• Sheffield United Vs Charlton

• Norwich City Vs Wrexham

• Bristol City Vs Oxford Utd

• Millwall Vs Watford

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