Can Manchester City stretch their perfect start against Ipswich?

Six wins from six. Manchester City have opened the Premier League season without a single defeat, and on Saturday they face Ipswich at the Etihad Stadium with the chance to stretch that run further.

Top of the table, with a run to protect

City lead the 20-team table on 18 points from six matches, with a goal difference of +11. Ipswich sit 10th on nine points, with a goal difference of -3. For City, the task is to keep the momentum that has carried them to the summit. For Ipswich, a win would be a statement of intent as they look to climb away from the middle of the table.

Goals at every stage, few at the other end

City have scored 14 goals in their last five league games and conceded only four. Across the season they have found the net 16 times and conceded five. Their goals have arrived throughout matches, with five in the 46-60 minute window and five more in the final 15 minutes.

Ipswich have had a far more uneven start. Their season form reads WLLWLW, and they have conceded 11 goals in their last five outings. Away from home they have won only one of three league games and have shipped eight goals on their travels.

Two meetings, two City wins

City have the upper hand in recent meetings. In August 2024 they beat Ipswich 4-1, and in January 2025 they won 6-0 at Portman Road, the biggest margin in that pair of fixtures.

Our prediction

Manchester City 3-0 Ipswich. City’s attack has been relentless, and Ipswich’s defensive problems on the road suggest they will struggle to contain a side that has scored in every part of games this season. We expect the hosts to control possession and convert their chances steadily, keeping their unbeaten start intact.