McKenna considers Vincent-Young for centre-back role against Charlton
Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna says he is considering playing Kane Vincent-Young at centre-half tomorrow if Cameron Burgess fails a fitness test. The Blues host fellow mid-table side Charlton in their final game of the season (12.30pm ko) knowing they will finish either 10th or 11th in the League One table.
Ipswich have Cameron Burgess available after ban for visit of leaders Wigan
Ipswich have defender Cameron Burgess available again for the visit of Sky Bet League One leaders Wigan on Tuesday. Burgess was sent off during Town’s 1-1 draw at Shrewsbury and served his one-game ban during Saturday’s 1-0 loss at Rotherham. Kane Vincent-Young is nearing a first-team return having resumed training last week, but it remains to be seen when he will be fit enough to be included.
Ipswich half marathon starting and ending at Portman Road returns for 2022
An Ipswich half marathon starting and ending at Portman Road has been confirmed to take place in September this year. The race, which is being organised by Run For All, will take runners on a scenic route through the town, along the waterfront, into the countryside and back to the stadium.
Simpson scores twice as U23s go top
Tyreece Simpson strengthened his chances of a first team call-up with two goals for the Under-23s this afternoon. The 20-year-old striker twice seized on defensive errors to wrap up a 4-1 win against Swansea City at Playford Road. Recalled from an 11-goal loan spell at League Two club Swindon in January due to what boss Kieran McKenna called a 'contract situation', he has now bagged three goals in his last two outings for the U23s.
Doncaster without Ethan Galbraith for Ipswich encounter
Doncaster will be without midfielder Ethan Galbraith as they prepare to face Ipswich. The 20-year-old midfielder missed Saturday’s victory over Sunderland with a calf injury and Rovers boss Gary McSheffrey confirmed the Manchester United loanee will also have no part to play on Tuesday. Dan Gardner came off the bench in the 70th minute for the first time since returning from injury and will be in contention to feature again.
Midfielder Lee Evans battling to be fit as Ipswich prepare to face Gillingham
Lee Evans is battling to be fit to face Gillingham at Portman Road on Saturday. The 27-year-old midfielder has missed the last three games with a groin injury and could make his return at the weekend. Captain Sam Morsy will serve the third game of a four-match ban and will not be available for Kieran McKenna.
Evans faces late fitness test ahead of Gillingham visit
Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna says it will be a 'close call' as to whether Lee Evans is fit enough to return to the side on Saturday. The Welsh midfielder has missed the last three games with the groin injury he felt during the warm-up ahead of Town's 2-1 home win against Accrington Stanley.
McKenna's methods have made players 'fitter and sharper'
Ipswich Town full-back Kane Vincent-Young says new boss Kieran McKenna has made the squad fitter and more cohesive. Since the former Manchester United first team coach replaced Paul Cook in the hot-seat on December 16, Town have won four of out six games to keep alive hopes of making up ground on the League One play-off places.
Middlesbrough make transfer call regarding 23-year-old ahead of deadline
Middlesbrough have decided to recall Hayden Coulson from his loan spell at Ipswich Town, according to a report from the East Anglian Daily Times. It is understood that Boro will now be looking into the possibility of sanctioning another temporary exit for the defender. Coulson would have been hoping to make a positive impact during his time at Ipswich after joining the club during the previous transfer window.
Ipswich Town new boy set for debut v Sheffield Wednesday as Kieran McKenna issues stern warning
The defender has joined the Tractor Boys on loan from Brentford for the rest of the season. Ipswich Town could hand a debut to new signing Dominic Thompson when they visit Sheffield Wednesday tomorrow afternoon. Left-back Thompson has joined the Tractor Boys on loan from Brentford until the end of the season.
Ipswich Town sign Brentford full-back Thompson on loan
Ipswich Town have signed Brentford left-back Dominic Thompson on loan for the rest of the season. The 21-year-old has played twice for the Bees in the Premier League this season, along with three cup appearances, and joins at a time when the Blues have been looking to strengthen their left side.
McKenna will make late calls in two positions ahead of Wednesday trip
Kieran McKenna will have late decisions to make when he picks his team to face Sheffield Wednesday this weekend. The Town boss will need to make a change at left wing-back, with Kane Vincent-Young suspended after picking up a late red card at Wimbledon, while Lee Evans will be pushing for a midfield return after missing the last two games with a groin problem.
‘Shocking’, ‘Stupid’ – Many Ipswich Town fans react to recent events
Many Ipswich Town fans have taken to Twitter to react to Kane Vincent-Young’s red card during their win over AFC Wimbledon last night. The full back was given his marching orders after receiving a second yellow card for a clumsy challenge during second half stoppage time and will now serve a one match ban as a result.
Kieran McKenna: Wes Burns is working well for Ipswich
Kieran McKenna praised Wes Burns after he scored twice to seal a fourth win in five matches for the new Ipswich boss – a 2-0 victory against AFC Wimbledon. Ipswich took a well-deserved lead in the 61st minute when Burns’ low strike found the back of the net.
Kane Vincent-Young gives his verdict on Ipswich Town’s play-off hopes
Kane Vincent-Young made his first league start under Kieran McKenna in Ipswich Town’s 2-1 victory over Accrington Stanley at the weekend. The 25-year-old has been a shining light of a very tough last few years on the pitch at Portman Road and has endured some frustrating injuries issues this term.
Ipswich Town come from behind to beat Accrington Stanley with goals from Wes Burns and Conor Chaplin
Kieran McKenna's Ipswich Town side showed their resilience to overturn an early deficit and battle their way to a 2-1 victory against a plucky Accrington Stanley side at Portman Road this afternoon. A clipped 23rd minute finish from Wes Burns replied to Ethan Hamilton's low 15th minute strike before Conor Chaplin came up with what proved to be the winner with a fierce 66th minute effort.
Stu says: Six observations following Town's 1-1 draw with Sunderland
Ipswich Town drew 1-1 with Sunderland at a packed Portman Road yesterday. STUART WATSON reflects on the action. WHAT AN OCCASION! We had the grand unveiling of a statue to immortalise the late, great Kevin Beattie. The powerful leap cast in bronze perfectly captures the man widely recognised as Ipswich Town's greatest ever player.
Ipswich Town 1-1 Sunderland
High-flying Sunderland were held to an entertaining draw by mid-table Ipswich in League One. James Norwood put the home side in front in added time at the end of the first half but Nathan Broadhead cancelled out Ipswich's lead early in the second period. Ipswich, who had newly-appointed manager Kieran McKenna watching from the stands before he takes charge on Monday, had the lion's share of the opening exchanges and in the 10th minute Wes Burns' cross was fired over the bar by an unmarked Matt Penney.