Ipswich Town 1-0 West Bromwich Albion: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Coral's post-match review of Ipswich Town 1-0 West Bromwich Albion in the Championship on Saturday, 25 October 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Ipswich Town secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over West Bromwich Albion at home, a result that might surprise some given their recent form. The Tractor Boys had suffered back-to-back losses before this match, including a heavy defeat to Charlton Athletic, but managed to turn things around with a crucial late goal. This win breaks their losing streak and propels them up the table, showcasing their resilience and ability to grind out results when it matters most.

West Brom, on the other hand, will be disappointed with their performance, especially after a promising win against Preston North End in their last home game. The Baggies struggled to find their rhythm and were unable to capitalise on their opportunities, leading to a frustrating loss. This result sees them drop points in a crucial away fixture, highlighting the need for more consistency if they are to climb the Championship standings.

The statistics from the match suggest a closely contested game, with Ipswich Town holding a slight edge in possession at 54% compared to West Brom's 46%. Despite this, West Brom managed to win more corners, indicating they had their fair share of attacking opportunities. However, the most striking statistic is the difference in successful dribbles, with West Brom achieving a 63% success rate compared to Ipswich's 24%. This suggests that while West Brom were more effective in individual duels, it was Ipswich who ultimately made the decisive move.

The defining moment of the match came in the 83rd minute when Ipswich Town scored the only goal of the game. This late strike proved to be the difference, showcasing the importance of perseverance and capitalising on limited opportunities. The goal not only secured the three points for Ipswich but also highlighted their ability to remain composed under pressure.

For West Brom, the lack of key moments in the provided data suggests a game where they struggled to create significant chances. Their inability to score or even force a draw in the closing stages will be a point of frustration, as they failed to respond to Ipswich's late surge.

Ipswich Town lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Christian Walton in goal and a back four of Darnell Furlong, Dara O'Shea, Cédric Kipré, and Leif Davis. The midfield was anchored by Jack Taylor and Azor Matusiwa, with Sindre Walle Egeli, Sammie Szmodics, and Jaden Philogene supporting striker George Hirst. The lineup showed no major surprises, but the impact of the substitutions was crucial, with five changes made throughout the game. Jaden Philogene's performance was particularly noteworthy, as he played a key role in the team's attacking efforts.

West Bromwich Albion also opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Josh Griffiths between the posts and a defensive line of George Campbell, Nat Phillips, Chris Mepham, and Charlie Taylor. The midfield duo of Ousmane Diakité and Alex Mowatt provided stability, while Samuel Iling-Junior, Isaac Jude Price, and Mikey Johnston supported Aune Heggebø up front. The lineup was as expected, but the team's inability to convert possession into goals was disappointing. Four substitutions were made, but none managed to change the course of the game.

Jaden Philogene has been named Coral's Man of the Match for his performance against West Bromwich Albion. Despite not scoring or assisting, Philogene's contribution was vital, creating one big chance and making two key passes. His ability to influence the game in crucial moments helped Ipswich secure the victory, demonstrating his importance to the team's attacking play.

Recent Championship matches:

• Win: 1-0 vs West Bromwich Albion (H)
• Loss: 0-3 vs Charlton Athletic (H)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Middlesbrough (A)
• Win: 3-1 vs Norwich City (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Bristol City (A)

Recent Championship matches:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Ipswich Town (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Watford (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Preston North End (H)
• Loss: 0-3 vs Millwall (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Norwich City (A)

Sitting at 12th in the league with 16 points, Ipswich Town will look to build on this win as they prepare to face Queens Park Rangers, who are in 9th place with 18 points, on November 01, 2025 at 15:00. This result could boost their confidence and encourage a more aggressive approach in their upcoming fixture.

West Bromwich Albion, now in 11th place with 17 points, will need to regroup quickly as they face Sheffield Wednesday, who are struggling at the bottom of the table with -6 points, on November 01, 2025 at 12:30. This loss might prompt a more cautious and focused approach in their next game to ensure they do not drop further points.

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