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Ipswich Town prepares for Liverpool after Manchester United loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 1:25 PM

Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Ipswich Town prepares for Liverpool after Manchester United loss

Summary

Ipswich Town returns to training following a 5-1 loss to Manchester United at Old Trafford this past Sunday. The team held a lead during the first half before conceding five goals in the second half. Manager Gary O'Neil identified emotional discipline as a key area for improvement after the squad struggled to respond to setbacks during the match. The club now shifts its focus to a home fixture against Liverpool at Portman Road scheduled for this Friday. New recruit Zian Flemming joins the lineup alongside recent arrivals Julio Enciso and Abdul Fatawu for the upcoming contest. Midfielder Exequiel Palacios could make his full debut in the match, which marks the first time Ipswich Town has hosted Liverpool at Portman Road in over 40 years.

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By the Numbers

•Ipswich Town conceded five goals at Manchester United last Sunday.
•Manager Gary O'Neil called for improved emotional discipline from his players.
•Zian Flemming, Julio Enciso, and Abdul Fatawu are available for selection.
•Exequiel Palacios could make his full debut against Liverpool on Friday.
•Ipswich Town last defeated Liverpool at Portman Road more than 40 years ago.

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1:25 PMYahoo Sports — Ipswich's brutal reminder not to feel sorry for themselves in heat of battle

What they're saying

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The Premier League can be brutal. Moments before half-time at Old Trafford on Sunday, Ipswich Town came close to doubling their deserved lead at Manchester United. Gary O'Neil was spot on in saying his side didn't park the bus, gave it a go and had some great moments.
— Yahoo Sports

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