Ipswich Town secures 1-0 friendly win over Le Havre

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Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Ipswich Town secures 1-0 friendly win over Le Havre
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Ipswich Town achieved a 1-0 victory against Le Havre in a friendly match at Portman Road on August 5. Chuba Akpom scored the only goal in the second half, assisted by Abdul Fatawu. Ipswich's manager, Gary O'Neil, noted that the performance was decent but mentioned the need for more chances created. This victory marks Ipswich's fourth win out of five pre-season fixtures. They will next face Rayo Vallecano on August 8, which O'Neil considers a more significant test.

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  • Ipswich Town wins 1-0 in a friendly match against Le Havre.
  • Chuba Akpom scored the goal in the second half.
  • Abdul Fatawu assisted in creating the goal.
  • O'Neil aims for improved performance in upcoming matches.
  • Ipswich will play Rayo Vallecano next on August 8.
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  • 6:58 AMYahoo SportsIpswich deliver 'decent' display in Le Havre win
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A second half goal from Chuba Akpom gave Ipswich Town a 1-0 friendly victory over Ligue 1 side, Le Havre. In a game which saw Ipswich use different teams in either half, Gary O'Neil gave new signings Emersonn, Daizen Maeda, Issa Diop, Abdul Fatawu and Kayne van Oevelen their first game at Portman Road since joining the club. Abdul Fatawu, who joined Ipswich this summer, created Akpom's goal in the second half by floating a cross into Le Havre's box, which was headed into the top corner by 30-year-old Akpom.

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