Ipswich boss O'Neil reports fully fit squad ahead of Crystal Palace
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 7:05 PM
Last updated Sep 12, 2026
Ipswich manager Gary O'Neil confirmed that his squad is nearly at full strength for Saturday's Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. The team travels to London with only midfielder Jack Taylor unavailable for selection. Midfielder Azor Matusiwa and left winger Jaden Philogene are back with the main group, though O'Neil noted Matusiwa will likely start on the bench. Philogene, who recorded 13 goals last season, is considered ready to start the match. O'Neil also praised striker Emersonn for his competitive debut performance against Sunderland earlier this season. The Ipswich manager identified Adam Wharton as a key threat within the Crystal Palace midfield for the upcoming 15:00 BST kickoff.
- •Ipswich faces Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Saturday at 15:00 BST.
- •Jack Taylor is the only player confirmed to be missing due to injury.
- •Jaden Philogene and Azor Matusiwa have returned to training with the main squad.
- •Striker Emersonn will be available after scoring on his debut against Sunderland.
- •Gary O'Neil highlighted Adam Wharton as a significant talent in the Crystal Palace side.
- 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — Ipswich Town boss O’Neil provides update on Emersonn injury worry and praises striker after win over Crystal Palace
- 2:22 PMYahoo Sports — O'Neil on team news, Emersonn and facing Palace
"Ipswich boss Gary O'Neil has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park (kick-off 15:00 BST). O'Neil confirmed everyone is back in full training apart from midfielder Jack Taylor. Midfielder Azor Matusiwa and left winger Jaden Philogene, both yet to play a minute this season, are both back involved with the main group.
"Gary O’Neil played down concerns over Emersonn after the Ipswich striker was forced off with a thigh problem during their 3-2 win over Crystal Palace.Emersonn scored his second Premier League goal i...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 12, 2026, 7:05 PMIpswich Town boss O’Neil provides update on Emersonn injury worry and praises striker after win over Crystal Palace
Gary O’Neil played down concerns over Emersonn after the Ipswich striker was forced off with a thigh problem during their 3-2 win over Crystal Palace.Emersonn scored his second Premier League goal i...
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 2:22 PMO'Neil on team news, Emersonn and facing Palace
Ipswich boss Gary O'Neil has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park (kick-off 15:00 BST). O'Neil confirmed everyone is back in full training apart from midfielder Jack Taylor. Midfielder Azor Matusiwa and left winger Jaden Philogene, both yet to play a minute this season, are both back involved with the main group.
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