Ipswich v Chelsea

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Ipswich Town slumped to a second defeat on the trot in the Premier League on Boxing Day when the Tractor Boys suffered a 1-0 defeat away from home at Arsenal which followed on from a heavy 4-0 loss at the hands of Newcastle United, leaving Ipswich Town sitting second from bottom in the table.

Chelsea failed to win a second game on the trot on Boxing Day as The Blues were dealt a 2-1 defeat at home to Fulham in the local derby at Stamford Bridge which has resulted in Enzo Maresca's side to drop down to third place in the Premier League table.

Ipswich Town have now lost five out of their last six matches overall in the English top flight which consists of losses at the hands of Nottingham Forest, Crystal Palace, Bournemouth, Newcastle United and Arsenal but nevertheless, the Suffolk based club are still only three points adrift of safety.

Recent victories against Tottenham and Wolves, both away from home along with picking up points in six draws have kept Kieran McKenna's side in touch with the teams sitting above them, but it is worth noting that both of Ipswich Town's wins so far this season have been achieved on their travels.

In addition, Ipswich Town have conceded in each of their last 14 games overall.

Chelsea have lost ground on the Premier League leaders Liverpool after being held to a disappointing 0-0 draw away from home at Everton before being dealt another blow on Boxing Day by way of a 2-1 loss at home to local rivals, Fulham.

Nevertheless, Chelsea have suffered just the one defeat in their last 10 matches overall in the Premier League which also includes collecting six wins in the process, three of which were achieved on their travels at the likes of Leicester City, Southampton and Tottenham in 2-1, 5-1 and 4-3 victories respectively.

The bigger picture shows Chelsea have lost just three out of their total of 18 league matches played to date in this season's Premier League campaign, only one of which was away from home by way of a 2-1 loss at the league leaders Liverpool.

Chelsea have been handed just one loss from their last 12 outings on the road and having collected no fewer than eight wins within this period, Chelsea must be considered favourites to grab the three points at Portman Road on Monday night.

The goals market also appeals for this upcoming clash as 13 out of Chelsea's 18 league matches to date have resulted in both teams hitting the back of the net.

Ipswich Town v Chelsea Verdict

Five of the last seven encounters have resulted in both teams scoring, while Chelsea should return to winning ways.

Therefore, our main bet will be BTTS Yes @ 1.61

Other side bets worth considering:

Chelsea win & BTTS Yes @ 2.62

Correct Score: Chelsea 3-1 @ 12.00