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Ipswich vs Arsenal Confirmed Lineups
Competition | EFL Cup |
|---|---|
Match Date | Tuesday 15 September 2026 |
Kick-off Time | 20:00 UK time |
The starting lineups for the EFL Cup fixture between Ipswich and Arsenal have been confirmed.
Ipswich Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI: Christian Walton, Darnell Furlong, Cédric Kipré, Jacob Greaves, Abdoul Ouattara, Florentino, Anis Mehmeti, Kasey McAteer, Marcelino Núñez, Jaden Philogene, Zian Flemming
Substitutes: Daizen Maeda, Sindre Egeli, Julio Enciso, Leif Davis, Jack Clarke, Dara O'Shea, Sasa Lukic, Chuba Akpom, Alex Palmer
Arsenal Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI: Kepa Arrizabalaga, Martín Zubimendi, Marli Salmon, Gabriel Magalhães, Myles Lewis-Skelly, Bruno Guimarães, Mikel Merino, Max Dowman, Eberechi Eze, Noni Madueke, Viktor Gyökeres
Substitutes: Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz, Illan Meslier, Christos Tzolis, Riccardo Calafiori, Ezri Konsa, Ife Ibrahim, Theo Julienne, Martin Ødegaard
Ipswich vs Arsenal Immediate Reaction
Ipswich
Ipswich line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation with Christian Walton starting in goal behind a defensive back four of Darnell Furlong, Cédric Kipré, Jacob Greaves, and Abdoul Ouattara. Florentino and Anis Mehmeti sit at the base of midfield, supporting an attacking trio of Kasey McAteer, Marcelino Núñez, and Jaden Philogene. Zian Flemming spearheads the attack as the lone striker.
Arsenal
Arsenal match their hosts with a 4-2-3-1 setup, starting Kepa Arrizabalaga between the posts behind a defence featuring Martín Zubimendi, Marli Salmon, Gabriel Magalhães, and Myles Lewis-Skelly. Bruno Guimarães and Mikel Merino anchor the midfield pivot, with Max Dowman, Eberechi Eze, and Noni Madueke operating behind centre-forward Viktor Gyökeres.
Ipswich vs Arsenal Reactive Bet Builder
This featured bet builder focuses on a commanding performance from the visitors, backing Arsenal to win alongside Viktor Gyökeres to score anytime. The selection also includes both teams to score - no, with Ipswich substitute midfielder Sasa Lukic backed to be shown a card.
Ipswich vs Arsenal Prediction After Confirmed Lineups
Arsenal enter this cup tie as clear favourites given the considerable depth and quality across their starting lineup, particularly in attack where Viktor Gyökeres, Eberechi Eze, and Noni Madueke pose consistent threats. Ipswich will aim to stay disciplined defensively and capitalise on transitional moments, but the Gunners' midfield control and attacking firepower should see them dictate proceedings and secure passage to the next round.
Result Prediction: Arsenal to win
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