Ipswich v Bournemouth
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Commentary
The full-time whistle sounds at Portman Road as Bournemouth make it eight wins in a row, surviving a spirited late fightback from Ipswich. Goalkeeper Walton gifted Bournemouth the lead after losing possession to Evanilson, who slotted into an empty net, before Christie's effort was deflected into his own goal by Davis shortly after the break. The Cherries looked comfortable for much of the second half, but Clarke's penalty handed Ipswich a lifeline and completely changed the atmosphere inside Portman Road. Flemming headed a glorious chance over and Enciso threatened from set-pieces as the hosts pushed desperately for an equaliser. However, Bournemouth stood firm through nine minutes of stoppage time to secure another hard-fought victory. The hosts created 10 shots with two on target, reflected by an xG of 1.24, whereas the visitors registered 15 shots with four on target, highlighted by an xG of 2.12. That concludes our live commentary of this contest. We hope you enjoyed it. Thanks for reading and take care!
FULL-TIME: IPSWICH TOWN 1-2 BOURNEMOUTH

YELLOW! Silva shows real bravery to bring the ball out of defence, but Flemming comes flying in with a reckless challenge and clatters into the Bournemouth man.
Ipswich are throwing everything at Bournemouth now, piling bodies forward and swinging crosses into the penalty area in a desperate search for an equaliser. But the visitors are standing firm, dealing with everything being thrown their way. Another promising attack comes to an abrupt end as Enciso catches Adli with a stray arm.
The frustration is boiling over at Portman Road as Kroupi stays down following a challenge from Davis, much to the annoyance of the home supporters. Replays suggest the Ipswich defender leaves his foot dangling and catches the Bournemouth attacker.
JUST WIDE! Enciso tries to deceive Petrovic with his eyes, shaping to go one way before whipping a low free-kick towards the corner. It's a clever attempt, but the ball skids a yard wide of the post. Another opportunity goes begging for Ipswich.
Shot Map
Team Stats
1.24
Expected Goals
2.12
56%
Possession
44%
2 (20%)
Shots on Goal
4 (27%)
1
Big Chances Created
2
2
Corners Won
7
399 (78%)
Accurate Passes
300 (76%)
75
Duels Won
52
3
Saves
1
6
Fouls Committed
20





