Ipswich vs Arsenal prediction 15.09.2026 | EFL Cup

Ipswich returned to the Premier League this season, and their primary goal is to avoid another relegation. The last time the Tractor Boys competed in England's top flight, their stay lasted only one season, and they will be desperate to avoid a repeat of that scenario. Ipswich are solid at the start of the 2026/27 campaign with six points in their first four league rounds. In the most recent outing, Gary O'Neil's team won 3-2 on the road against Crystal Palace. The teams were pretty even for most of the first half, but after the hosts were reduced to ten players, the visitors had control and deservedly took home all three points.

Ipswich's head coach, Gary O'Neil, was ecstatic after a big victory at Selhurst Park. He commented, "I'm pleased for the players and the fanbase. It is tough to win away from home in the Premier League as a newly-promoted side. We've done it after the second away game of the season. Fantastic character, three good goals, and we look like a threat. Plenty of positives. There is a lot we need to improve, but in terms of character, there were some big pluses."

Emerson suffered an injury in the last match and is unlikely to play on Tuesday against Arsenal. He will join already-sidelined Jack Taylor.

Arsenal seems to be the best Premier League team this season, but also one of the strongest teams at the continental level. The Gunners opened the campaign with six consecutive victories across all competitions. What is maybe even more impressive is their defense, as Arsenal have conceded only one goal so far. In the previous game, Mikel Arteta's team won 2-0 on the road against Sunderland. The match could have gone in a completely different way, but David Raya saved the penalty in the second half, and the visitors found a way to victory since then.

Mikel Arteta highlighted Raya's importance after the win against Sunderland. He said, "Unbelievable. Again, he's a player that decides football matches when we need it. Big credit to Sunderland for the way they play and the way they are coached. They deserve a lot of credit for the way they make you work."

Ben White suffered a groin injury against Sunderland and will not play on Tuesday night. William Saliba is out as well, while Cristhian Mosquera is questionable. Also, it is likely Arsenal will rotate the squad for the upcoming EFL Cup.