Ipswich Town, who earned a promotion to the Premier League, begin their 2024-25 campaign with a marquee clash against Liverpool at Portman Road Stadium in Ipswich on Saturday, August 17.
Ipswich is playing in the top-flight English League for the first time in 22 years.
Meanwhile, the Reds will be eager to get going under new manager Arne Slot, who replaced the popular Jurgen Klopp this summer. The Reds had a decent preseason, securing four wins in five friendlies.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times, and the latest lineup news.
Ipswich vs. Liverpool live stream, TV channel in Canada
Here's how to watch this Premier League match in Canada:
- TV channel: —
- Live stream: Fubo TV Canada
In Canada, the game will be exclusively available to watch and stream on Fubo for viewers residing in Canada. New users of fuboTV can currently sign up for a 7-day FREE trial.
What time does Ipswich vs. Liverpool kick off in Canada?
This Premier League clash takes place at Portman Road Stadium in Ipswich, UK, and kicks off on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 12:30 p.m. local time (BST).
Here's how that time translates across Canada:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Atlantic Time | Sat, Aug. 17 | 8:30 a.m |
| Eastern Time | Sat, Aug. 17 | 7:30 a.m. |
| Central Time | Sat, Aug. 17 | 6:30 a.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sat, Aug. 17 | 5:30 a.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sat, Aug. 17 | 4:30 a.m. |
Ipswich vs. Liverpool lineups, team news
Harry Clarke, George Hirst, Nathan Broadhead, and Janoi Donacien are all doubtful to play, while Cameron Humphreys is ruled out.
Despite the injury concerns, the Tractor Boys have significantly strengthened their squad during the summer transfer window. New arrivals Arijanet Muric, Liam Delap, Jacob Greaves, and Omari Hutchinson are expected to feature in the starting lineup.
The arrival off Kalvin Phillips, on loan from Manchester City, would further add to the midfield options.
Ipswich Town predicted XI (3-4-3, right to left): Muric (GK) — Tuanzebe, Edmundson, Greaves — Johnson, Luongo, Morsy, Davis — Hutchinson, Delap, Harness.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot is set to have a full squad at his disposal for the opening Premier League match against Ipswich Town.
Andrew Robertson's return to action following his Euro 2024 involvement further strengthens the side.
While the likes of Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold are guaranteed starters, uncertainty remains over the central defensive partnership. Ibrahima Konate’s position may be under threat following the impressive performance of Jarell Quansah in a recent friendly.
Liverpool predicted XI (4-3-3, right to left): Alisson (GK) — Alexander-Arnold, Quansah, Van Dijk, Robertson — Szoboszlai, Elliott, Mac Allister — Salah, Jota, Diaz.
Ipswich vs. Liverpool prediction
- Prediction: Ipswich Town 0-2 Liverpool
Ipswich Town's return to the Premier League begins with a daunting task as they host Liverpool in their opening fixture. While the Tractor Boys have demonstrated resilience and attacking flair in their promotion campaign, they face a significantly more formidable opponent in the Reds.
Liverpool, under the stewardship of Arne Slot, will be eager to kickstart their season with a positive result. Although Ipswich's home fans will undoubtedly create a fervent atmosphere, the gulf in experience and squad depth may prove decisive.
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