Championship - Ipswich Town vs Sheffield Wednesday Preview & Matchday Thread

[number 9]

With 8 games left, we’ll need to average 2.5 goals a match. I think we can do it!

[hallamblue]

So it wasn’t s nailed on draw after all Liz.

You really must have more faith

It was based on the two teams current form… seemed reasonable assumption before the game…doubt many saw a 6-0 win

Maybe not 6-0 Liz but I did predict 3-0 even given Wednesday’s recent impressive firm. If you were expecting a draw today clearly you’re not expecting us to finish in the top 3 let alone one of the automatic places ?

Quite the contrary Andy, before this season started I’d said to Mike I can see Town getting back to back promotions. Not sure why you are so keen to get some digs in at me this weekend.I wasn’t the one who voted Weds to win on this thread.

Based on the form of both teams before the game, I think Weds was actually just a tad better than ours, a draw was not unreasonable to predict, given how we can and so often do gift goals at home. In the prediction league I actually put us to win. Happy with that are you?

[Charnwood]

It was based on the two teams current form… seemed reasonable assumption before the game…doubt many saw a 6-0 win

Maybe not 6-0 Liz but I did predict 3-0 even given Wednesday’s recent impressive firm. If you were expecting a draw today clearly you’re not expecting us to finish in the top 3 let alone one of the automatic places ?

Quite the contrary Andy, before this season started I’d said to Mike I can see Town getting back to back promotions. Not sure why you are so keen to get some digs in at me this weekend.I wasn’t the one who voted Weds to win on this thread.

Based on the form of both teams before the game, I think Weds was actually just a tad better than ours, a draw was not unreasonable to predict, given how we can and so often do gift goals at home. In the prediction league I actually put us to win. Happy with that are you?

Of course I’m happy with that Liz and I’m not having a dig at you at all, I’m just trying to let you see how negative you are towards our team and it’s not just this weekend either. Of course there was a danger of a draw, there always is and always will be, but why not embrace the journey and jump on the bus for the last few weeks and enjoy the ride and see where it takes us. Positive thinking is so much better for you and makes life far more enjoyable.

[rossi]

It's about time we thumped somebody, and we did it in style.
Nice to see we didn't sit back on our lead, but kept going forward - if only we had shown that last week .

I thought back to a comment made on this board by a member - after the game where Wes Burns played a blinder - who said emphatically that the argument over whether Hutchinson should play instead of Burns was over. Oh no it's not - Hutchinson is class, but he played the best I've seen him yesterday in the number 10 role, so maybe Chaplin will start having to look over his shoulder?

[Bluemike]

Can't get away from the fact that Hutchinson was in a class of his own yesterday, he was unplayable at times although it has to be said Wednesday are pretty woeful but maybe we made them look worse than they are ?

I think its great we have the options of Hutchinson, Chaplin and Burns in the squad although the latter may be done for the season.

Let's not also ignore the contribution made by Kayden Jackson when he came on, he too was excellent and caused them problems throughout.

Add to this Al-Hamadi now has Four goals too and has shown he is a real fox in the box with his runs, movement and awareness of where he needs to be, he will score hatfuls for us.

[number 9]

McKenna on Burn's injury:

https://www.twtd.co.uk/ipswich-town-new ... -minor-one

[Bluemike]

Al-Hamadi averaging a goal every 27 mins.

[arana peligrosa]

Two away fans got lost on the trip back and got stuck up a 'chimney' in Norfolk. Can't provide a link from here but guess look up 'Norfolk news, Owls stuck in chimney'. Wasn't the best day for them.

The team is on course to score 100 goals in two successive seasons in different leagues. Maybe we won't reach the target but it looks likely and that would be a fantastic achievement. Kind of irritated we can't follow this into another league game next up because of lousy international week but it'll give the players chance to regroup and rest that extra while longer. Players out through injury are due back also but not sure if they'll all be ready in time for when we play again. Burns is a big loss not only for us but Wales also but say again both teams should have the cover and replacement to succeed and meet their respective objectives.

[hallamblue]

Maybe not 6-0 Liz but I did predict 3-0 even given Wednesday’s recent impressive firm. If you were expecting a draw today clearly you’re not expecting us to finish in the top 3 let alone one of the automatic places ?

Quite the contrary Andy, before this season started I’d said to Mike I can see Town getting back to back promotions. Not sure why you are so keen to get some digs in at me this weekend.I wasn’t the one who voted Weds to win on this thread.

Based on the form of both teams before the game, I think Weds was actually just a tad better than ours, a draw was not unreasonable to predict, given how we can and so often do gift goals at home. In the prediction league I actually put us to win. Happy with that are you?

Of course I’m happy with that Liz and I’m not having a dig at you at all, I’m just trying to let you see how negative you are towards our team and it’s not just this weekend either. Of course there was a danger of a draw, there always is and always will be, but why not embrace the journey and jump on the bus for the last few weeks and enjoy the ride and see where it takes us. Positive thinking is so much better for you and makes life far more enjoyable.

Its a bloody prediction based on what a person thinks might happen. As I've said several times ive, based it on the form of the two teams and felt draw was not an unreasonable assumption, and certainly not negative. On the PL I'd gone for a Town win... as I do most weeks btw!
Theres no comment from you on that fact I notice, nor is there any comments from youdirected at the person who actually voted for us to lose......so why target me?

Is there really any need for your witch hunt of me?

[hallamblue]

It's about time we thumped somebody, and we did it in style.
Nice to see we didn't sit back on our lead, but kept going forward - if only we had shown that last week .

I thought back to a comment made on this board by a member - after the game where Wes Burns played a blinder - who said emphatically that the argument over whether Hutchinson should play instead of Burns was over. Oh no it's not - Hutchinson is class, but he played the best I've seen him yesterday in the number 10 role, so maybe Chaplin will start having to look over his shoulder?

Yes I think it's given McKenna another option. The other thing is, it makes us less predictable attack, because Hutchinson has different attributes to offer in attack to those offered by Chaplin ... which makes opponents less sure on how to deal with us.

[hallamblue]

Do you know what, I've had my fill of being accused of being "negative" on these bloody football forums, for posting a view or opinion.

Its not easy posting an opinion about the game in a male dominated arena. So I'll refrain from doing so in future, because there's absolutely no anymore is there.

[valleyroad]

It's about time we thumped somebody, and we did it in style.
Nice to see we didn't sit back on our lead, but kept going forward - if only we had shown that last week .

I thought back to a comment made on this board by a member - after the game where Wes Burns played a blinder - who said emphatically that the argument over whether Hutchinson should play instead of Burns was over. Oh no it's not - Hutchinson is class, but he played the best I've seen him yesterday in the number 10 role, so maybe Chaplin will start having to look over his shoulder?

McKenna starts Burns every week he is fit because he is more consistent than Hutchison.
Hutchison is hit and miss and most of the time is better coming off the bench for impact.
Playing the no 10 role may suit Hutchison better, but Burns will always start over Hutchison on the right wing back role IMO if fit

[JohnnyB]

No Chaplin in squad, Tuanzebe in for Clarke and Hutchinson in for Chaplin

Whatever three play behind it always looks good.

On a purely selfish note I had Chaplin as first scorer so that's advantage Daz in the glamour tie of the TB Cup quarters

Me too Johnny. Anyone bar Moore to score first then

At least you got 2 points for Coventry’s win which was a great prediction. I can’t think many of us will have predicted that outcome.

I hope I'm not putting myself out of the cup here, but I didn't predict a cov win - went 2-0 to Wolves

[Charnwood]

Whatever three play behind it always looks good.

On a purely selfish note I had Chaplin as first scorer so that's advantage Daz in the glamour tie of the TB Cup quarters

Me too Johnny. Anyone bar Moore to score first then

At least you got 2 points for Coventry’s win which was a great prediction. I can’t think many of us will have predicted that outcome.

I hope I'm not putting myself out of the cup here, but I didn't predict a cov win - went 2-0 to Wolves

Ooop’s I need to check my scores .. This is exactly why I leave the scoring to Bluemike.

[JohnnyB]

Me too Johnny. Anyone bar Moore to score first then

At least you got 2 points for Coventry’s win which was a great prediction. I can’t think many of us will have predicted that outcome.

I hope I'm not putting myself out of the cup here, but I didn't predict a cov win - went 2-0 to Wolves

Ooop’s I need to check my scores .. This is exactly why I leave the scoring to Bluemike.

Do I get an honesty point?

[Charnwood]

I hope I'm not putting myself out of the cup here, but I didn't predict a cov win - went 2-0 to Wolves

Ooop’s I need to check my scores .. This is exactly why I leave the scoring to Bluemike.

Do I get an honesty point?

I don’t think I’ve actually given you any points for a Coventry win. Maybe you could check if 14 points is what you think you should have. The problem is Johnny I’m doing this whilst watching footie on tv, even worse after a couple of pre lunch beers

[JohnnyB]

Ooop’s I need to check my scores .. This is exactly why I leave the scoring to Bluemike.

Do I get an honesty point?

I don’t think I’ve actually given you any points for a Coventry win. Maybe you could check if 14 points is what you think you should have. The problem is Johnny I’m doing this whilst watching footie on tv, even worse after a couple of pre lunch beers

No worries - I'll let Mike check as usual

[Charnwood]

Do I get an honesty point?

I don’t think I’ve actually given you any points for a Coventry win. Maybe you could check if 14 points is what you think you should have. The problem is Johnny I’m doing this whilst watching footie on tv, even worse after a couple of pre lunch beers

No worries - I'll let Mike check as usual

That’s what I usually do but with the TB Cup I need the draw numbers so it’s completely transparent. With myself already knocked out it’s less important but I prefer to keep it squeaky clean.

[Charnwood]

Quite the contrary Andy, before this season started I’d said to Mike I can see Town getting back to back promotions. Not sure why you are so keen to get some digs in at me this weekend.I wasn’t the one who voted Weds to win on this thread.

Based on the form of both teams before the game, I think Weds was actually just a tad better than ours, a draw was not unreasonable to predict, given how we can and so often do gift goals at home. In the prediction league I actually put us to win. Happy with that are you?

Of course I’m happy with that Liz and I’m not having a dig at you at all, I’m just trying to let you see how negative you are towards our team and it’s not just this weekend either. Of course there was a danger of a draw, there always is and always will be, but why not embrace the journey and jump on the bus for the last few weeks and enjoy the ride and see where it takes us. Positive thinking is so much better for you and makes life far more enjoyable.

Its a bloody prediction based on what a person thinks might happen. As I've said several times ive, based it on the form of the two teams and felt draw was not an unreasonable assumption, and certainly not negative. On the PL I'd gone for a Town win... as I do most weeks btw!
Theres no comment from you on that fact I notice, nor is there any comments from youdirected at the person who actually voted for us to lose......so why target me?

Is there really any need for your witch hunt of me?

I’m not sure what you want me to say Liz, I’ve already said I’m not having a dig at you and that’s a fact, just like you I’ve expressed an opinion or observation call it what you like. I know you can be sensitive sometimes but this is ridiculous.

If it makes you feel better I’ll have a bit of fun with whoever voted for the Wednesday win, it wouldn’t be a witch hunt tho, it would just be forum banter. You’ll need to let me know who it was tho because I thought votes were confidential

Anyway Liz, if you see yourself as a positive person and I’ve got it all wrong that’s all that’s important, I can’t be right all the time, nobody is.

[rossi]

It's about time we thumped somebody, and we did it in style.
Nice to see we didn't sit back on our lead, but kept going forward - if only we had shown that last week .

I thought back to a comment made on this board by a member - after the game where Wes Burns played a blinder - who said emphatically that the argument over whether Hutchinson should play instead of Burns was over. Oh no it's not - Hutchinson is class, but he played the best I've seen him yesterday in the number 10 role, so maybe Chaplin will start having to look over his shoulder?

McKenna starts Burns every week he is fit because he is more consistent than Hutchison.
Hutchison is hit and miss and most of the time is better coming off the bench for impact.
Playing the no 10 role may suit Hutchison better, but Burns will always start over Hutchison on the right wing back role IMO if fit

Funny how we all see things differently - in my book Burns is our most inconsistent player, brilliant every 4th or 5th game, mediocre for the others

[Mauswara]

I can’t be right all the time, nobody is.

You haven't met my missus then?

Lucky man me, wife who is always right and a son who knows everything.

[Charnwood]

I can’t be right all the time, nobody is.

You haven't met my missus then?

Lucky man me, wife who is always right and a son who knows everything.

That’s normal family life mate.

[marko69]

I can’t be right all the time, nobody is.

You haven't met my missus then?

Lucky man me, wife who is always right and a son who knows everything.

[Bluemike]

I don’t think I’ve actually given you any points for a Coventry win. Maybe you could check if 14 points is what you think you should have. The problem is Johnny I’m doing this whilst watching footie on tv, even worse after a couple of pre lunch beers

No worries - I'll let Mike check as usual

That’s what I usually do but with the TB Cup I need the draw numbers so it’s completely transparent. With myself already knocked out it’s less important but I prefer to keep it squeaky clean.

I've confirmed the TB Cup results on the Prediction League thread, other tables will be up later.

[Charnwood]

No worries - I'll let Mike check as usual

That’s what I usually do but with the TB Cup I need the draw numbers so it’s completely transparent. With myself already knocked out it’s less important but I prefer to keep it squeaky clean.

I've confirmed the TB Cup results on the Prediction League thread, other tables will be up later.

Thanks Mike