In a surprising result in match week 11, Ipswich Town edged out Tottenham Hotspur with a resilient 2-1 victory. Despite Tottenham’s 64% possession and consistent pressure, Ipswich capitalized on their chances, marking an impressive performance in the Premier League.

Key Stats

Tottenham’s 25 dribbles and 29 touches in the box showcase their aggressive forward play, yet they struggled to break down Ipswich’s defensive block. Ipswich’s defensive discipline, combined with their high foul count (18), disrupted Tottenham’s rhythm just enough to keep them from finding the net more often.

Match Momentum

Tottenham controlled much of the game’s tempo, as seen in the momentum graph. Their dominance, however, did not translate into the scoreboard, with Ipswich’s counter-attacking and clinical finishing breaking through when it counted. Szmodics’s goal in the 31st minute and Delap’s in the 42nd were enough to seal the game.

Shot Map & Expected Goals (xG)

Tottenham registered 15 shots with an xG of 1.61, reflecting their offensive attempts. However, only one of these found the net, courtesy of Rodrigo Bentancur in the 69th minute (xG: 0.07).

Ipswich, on the other hand, created fewer opportunities with seven shots but demonstrated remarkable efficiency. Sam Szmodics and Liam Delap both scored, with Delap’s goal coming from a prime opportunity at close range (xG: 0.79).

Passing Patterns

Tottenham’s pass map reveals a concentrated build-up through the midfield with Bentancur, Sarr, and Son Heung-Min forming the core of their ball progression.

Meanwhile, Ipswich’s pass map shows a more compact setup, with Sam Morsy and Cajuste linking the defense and attack effectively to transition quickly.

This game serves as a reminder that in the Premier League, possession and pressure are no guarantee of points – clinical finishing and resolute defending can make all the difference.