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On Thursday, 31st October 2024

Ashton: Howard Webb's Going to See My Number on His Phone a Lot More Thu 31st Oct 2024 20:58
Town boss Kieran McKenna has admitted he’s no fan of VAR, while CEO and chairman Mark Ashton says referees chief Howard Webb will be hearing a lot more from him.
McKenna: Training Ground Development So Important Thu 31st Oct 2024 20:30
Town boss Kieran McKenna has stressed the importance of the Blues’ Playford Road training ground development, while chairman and CEO Mark Ashton has revealed that a planning application is set to be submitted within the next fortnight.
Ashton: FFP Rules Need to Be Tightened Thu 31st Oct 2024 20:06
Blues chairman and CEO Mark Ashton believes the EFL and Premier League Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules need to be tightened to avoid clubs finding loopholes and avoiding censure.
[Podcast] Blue Monday - New Podcast Now Online Thu 31st Oct 2024 17:34
A new podcast from the Blue Monday team is now available.
Blues Legend Whymark Dies Thu 31st Oct 2024 16:53
Legendary Town striker Trevor Whymark died this morning, aged 74.
Al-Hamadi in Iraq Squad Thu 31st Oct 2024 15:30
Blues striker Ali Al-Hamadi has been named in the Iraq squad for their World Cup Qualifiers against Jordan and Oman during the international break.
Williamson in Scotland U19s Thu 31st Oct 2024 13:04
Academy keeper Woody Williamson has been named in the Scotland U19s squad ahead of their home-based Euro 2025 mini-group games next month.
 

On Tuesday, 31st October 2023

Boatswain Nets Twice as U21s Beat 10-Man Colchester Tue 31st Oct 2023 21:00
Ash Boatswain was on target twice as Town’s U21s beat 10-man Colchester United 2-0 at Needham Market’s Bloomfields.
Ball: Wolves Was a Great Result, Now We Want Another Against Fulham Tue 31st Oct 2023 18:34
Town’s Dom Ball is relishing the chance to help Town advance to the last eight of the Carabao Cup if, as expected, he is included in manager Kieran McKenna’s starting line-up for the fourth-round clash with Fulham tomorrow night at Portman Road.
Pert: It'll Be a Challenge, But One We're Looking Forward To Tue 31st Oct 2023 16:45
Town host Premier League Fulham at Portman Road in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night aiming to reach the quarter-finals for the first time since 2010/11.
Ball: A Great Opportunity Tue 31st Oct 2023 16:38
Dom Ball is looking to progress further than ever before in a cup competition when Town take on top-flight Fulham in a Carabao Cup fourth round tie at Portman Road tomorrow evening.
Pert: Enjoyable Short Spell at Fulham Tue 31st Oct 2023 16:02
Martyn Pert will be facing one of his old clubs when Town take on Fulham in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday, the much-travelled Blues’ assistant manager having spent time at Craven Cottage earlier in a career which has also taken him to the US and the NBA.
Tuanzebe Set For Town Debut Against Fulham Tue 31st Oct 2023 14:31
Assistant manager Martyn Pert has confirmed that central defender Axel Tuanzebe will make his Blues debut during Wednesday’s Carabao Cup fourth round tie against Premier League Fulham at Portman Road.
U21s Face Colchester at Needham Tue 31st Oct 2023 10:26
Town’s U21s are in Professional Development League Two South action against Colchester United at Needham Market’s Bloomfields this evening (KO 7pm).
[Podcast] Blue Monday - New Podcast Now Online Tue 31st Oct 2023 08:34
A new podcast from the Blue Monday team is now available.
 

On Monday, 31st October 2022

Life’s a Pitch Axed Mon 31st Oct 2022 20:20
BBC Radio Suffolk’s Saturday lunchtime show Life’s a Pitch has been axed as part of wide-ranging changes made to BBC local radio.
Town Submit Plans For Further Portman Road Improvements Mon 31st Oct 2022 17:45
Town have submitted plans for further work at Portman Road and areas surrounding the stadium, including improvements to the pitch and new turnstiles.
U18s Defeated at Charlton Mon 31st Oct 2022 17:14
Town’s U18s were beaten 6-0 by Charlton at their Sparrows Lane training ground on Saturday morning.
Cheltenham Match Town's Remembrance Fixture Mon 31st Oct 2022 16:54
Town have announced that the Cheltenham match on Saturday 12th November will be this season's dedicated Remembrance fixture.
Famous Brown Kit Could Have Been Town's Mon 31st Oct 2022 16:31
Coventry City’s brown Admiral away kit is one of the most iconic of the late 1970s and early eighties and a new book reveals that it was almost Town's.
 

On Sunday, 31st October 2021

[Podcast] Blue Monday - New Podcast Now Online Sun 31st Oct 2021 22:35
A new podcast from the Blue Monday team is now available.
Tractor Girls Hit Five at Home Park Sun 31st Oct 2021 16:19
Ipswich Town Women overcame a potential Halloween Home Park haunting to make it 10 straight wins at the start of their league campaign after comfortably disposing of Plymouth Argyle 5-0 in the second game of the weekend double-header.
Dyer to Need Liver Transplant Sun 31st Oct 2021 11:31
Town U23s manager Kieron Dyer has been diagnosed with primary sclerosing cholangitis, a condition which will require him to undergo a liver transplant.
Dobra Strike Fantastic, Simpson Denied Hat-Trick Sun 31st Oct 2021 11:16
Colchester United head coach Hayden Mullins praised Armando Dobra’s second goal for the U’s as the North Essex side beat Scunthorpe 2-1 at the JobServe Community Stadium on Saturday, while Swindon manager Ben Garner felt that on-loan Town striker Tyreece Simpson was denied a hat-trick by poor officiating as the Robins defeated Oldham Athletic 3-1 at Boundary Park.
Edmundson: They Won More of the Battles on the Pitch Sun 31st Oct 2021 10:38
Town centre-half George Edmundson felt League One leaders Plymouth won more individual battles during their 2-1 defeat of the Blues at Home Park yesterday.
Tractor Girls Looking Forward to Double-Header Sun 31st Oct 2021 09:03
Ipswich Town Women will be looking to maintain their 100 per cent start to the season when they play Plymouth Argyle in the second half of this weekend’s double-header at Home Park on Sunday (KO 2pm).
Plymouth Argyle 2-1 Ipswich Town - Highlights Sun 31st Oct 2021 09:02
Highlights of Saturday's 2-1 defeat at Plymouth Argyle via the club's YouTube channel.
 

On Saturday, 31st October 2020

EFL: Our Competitions Will Remain as Scheduled Sat 31st Oct 2020 20:39
The EFL has confirmed that its competitions will continue as scheduled despite the Government having announced a new four-week lockdown earlier this evening.
Lambert: We Rode Our Luck Sat 31st Oct 2020 18:21
Town boss Paul Lambert admitted his side rode their luck as they defeat Crewe Alexandra 1-0 at Portman Road via Oli Hawkins’s first goal for the club.
Ipswich Town 1-0 Crewe Alexandra - Player Ratings and Reports Sat 31st Oct 2020 17:06
If you saw the match, please give us your player ratings and a mini match report.
Ipswich Town 1-0 Crewe Alexandra - Match Report Sat 31st Oct 2020 17:05
Oli Hawkins’s first Town goal saw the Blues to a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Crewe Alexandra at Portman Road and up to second in the League One table. The visitors will count themselves unlucky not to have taken something from the game having been on top for long spells and having had the better opportunities prior to Hawkins’s 62nd-minute header.
Ipswich Town 0-0 Crewe Alexandra - Half-Time Sat 31st Oct 2020 15:58
The Blues home game with Crewe Alexandra remains 0-0 at the break but with the visitors having had the better of the first half.
Judge Returns as Blues Host Crewe Sat 31st Oct 2020 14:25
Town boss Paul Lambert has made one change to his side ahead of this afternoon’s home game against Crewe Alexandra with Alan Judge replacing Jack Lankester in the advanced midfield role.
Ipswich Town v Crewe Alexandra - Chatroom Open Sat 31st Oct 2020 14:00
Join us in the chatroom to discuss the game as it unfolds with hundreds of other Town fans.
Tractor Girls in Derby Cup Action Sat 31st Oct 2020 12:37
Ipswich Town Women face local rivals Norwich City at the Nest in the third qualifying round of the Vitality Women’s FA Cup on Sunday afternoon (KO 1pm).
 

On Thursday, 31st October 2019

Lambert: Fans Coming Back Has Given Me Most Satisfaction, Training Ground Was Horrendous Thu 31st Oct 2019 21:05
Town boss Paul Lambert says getting the fans coming back to Portman Road has given him the greatest satisfaction during his first year in charge, while he says the club’s Playford Road training ground was “horrendous” 12 months ago and has undergone significant work since then. Lambert was speaking, along with members of his staff and general manager of football operations Lee O’Neill, at the annual Meet the Club event at the Supporters Club’s AGM.
Town Announce Half-Season Ticket Prices Thu 31st Oct 2019 17:45
Town have announced half-season ticket prices taking in the final 13 League One games of the season, starting with the Boxing Day fixture against Gillingham.
ITFC Town Hall Celebrations Mini-Exhibition Thu 31st Oct 2019 12:57
Town and Ipswich Borough Council have launched the ITFC Town Hall Celebrations experience, showcasing the various Blues celebrations held at the Town Hall over the years.
[Podcast] Ipswich Fanzone - New Podcast Now Online Thu 31st Oct 2019 11:35
A new podcast from Ipswich Fanzone is now available.
Lambert and O'Neill Among Guests at Meet the Club Thu 31st Oct 2019 09:02
Blues boss Paul Lambert and general manager of football operations Lee O’Neill will be among the guests at this evening's Meet the Club event in Beattie’s.
 

On Wednesday, 31st October 2018

[Podcast] The Naked Football Show - Listen Again Wed 31st Oct 2018 22:35
This week's Naked Football Show is now available online.
Lambert: Really Pleased With the Lads in Training Wed 31st Oct 2018 16:47
New Blues boss Paul Lambert was pleased with what he saw from the Town squad in his first training session yesterday with some of the younger players having caught his eye, however, he reiterated that he'll need to add in January.
Naked Football Show Tonight on ICR FM Wed 31st Oct 2018 09:23
This evening's Naked Football Show (ICR FM 6pm) sees host Graham Blackburn joined by the aptly-named Martin Lambert to discuss the latest developments at Town.
 

On Tuesday, 31st October 2017

McCarthy: We Took Conceding Soft Goals to a Whole New Level Tue 31st Oct 2017 23:21
Boss Mick McCarthy felt his side took conceding soft goals to a “whole new level” during their 3-1 defeat at Cardiff City. The Town manager was particularly frustrated by the Bluebirds’ second goal 35 seconds after half-time, which he believed was the game's pivotal moment.
Cardiff City 3-1 Ipswich Town - Match Report Tue 31st Oct 2017 21:59
Bersant Celina was again on target for the Blues but his late goal wasn’t enough to prevent Town from falling to a 3-1 defeat at Cardiff. Junior Hoilett put the Bluebirds in front on 12, then Omar Bogle doubled the lead seconds after the break. Celina’s final minute goal threatened to set up an unexpected grandstand finish but Danny Ward’s injury time goal ended Town’s hopes of gaining a surprise point.
Cardiff City 3-1 Ipswich Town - Player Ratings and Reports Tue 31st Oct 2017 21:55
If you saw the match, please give us your player ratings and a mini match report.
Cardiff City 1-0 Ipswich Town - Half-Time Tue 31st Oct 2017 20:43
Junior Hoilett’s 12th minute goal has given Cardiff City a 1-0 lead over the Blues at half-time at the Cardiff City Stadium.
Celina One of Six Changes at Cardiff Tue 31st Oct 2017 19:06
Town boss Mick McCarthy has made six changes to the side which beat Burton Albion 2-1 on Saturday for this evening’s match away against Cardiff City with Bersant Celina among those coming into the team.
Cardiff City v Ipswich Town - Chatroom Open Tue 31st Oct 2017 19:00
If you're not at the match, come and join us in the chatroom and discuss it with hundreds of other Town fans.
Keeper Hayes Joins Dunstable on Loan Tue 31st Oct 2017 12:51
Young keeper Nick Hayes has joined Dunstable Town on an initial one-month loan.
Academy Head of Recruitment McGavin Leaves Town to Join Norwich Tue 31st Oct 2017 10:33
TWTD understands Town’s head of academy recruitment Steve McGavin is set to join Norwich City’s youth set-up in a similar role having left the Blues.
Bru in Mauritius Squad Tue 31st Oct 2017 10:00
Midfielder Kevin Bru has been named in the Mauritius squad for their friendly away against Togo during the international break.
 

On Monday, 31st October 2016

Town Bosses Watch West Ham Striker Mon 31st Oct 2016 21:57
Town boss Mick McCarthy and his assistant Terry Connor spent Monday evening watching West Ham’s U23s beat their West Brom counterparts 2-1 at Dagenham and Redbridge’s Victoria Road with Hammers striker Ashley Fletcher understood to be the reason for their trip.
Digby and Dozzell on Target as U23s Win at Watford Mon 31st Oct 2016 16:00
Paul Digby’s header and an Andre Dozzell penalty saw Town’s U23s to a 2-1 victory over Watford at Vicarage Road this afternoon.
Adult Boot Camps in Ipswich and Kesgrave Mon 31st Oct 2016 12:54
FIT-Trition adult fitness and nutrition classes are being held in Ipswich and Kesgrave over the next month.
U23s at Watford Mon 31st Oct 2016 11:44
Josh Emmanuel, Paul Digby, Andre Dozzell and Adam McDonnell will be in a young U23s side taking on Watford at Vicarage Road this afternoon (KO 2pm).
Wark Inducted Into Scottish Football Hall of Fame Mon 31st Oct 2016 09:31
Town legend John Wark was inducted into the Scottish Football Hall of Fame at a dinner at Hampden Park last night.
Sears: First Time I've Heard That From Home Fans Mon 31st Oct 2016 06:00
Striker Freddie Sears admitted he’d never heard home fans berate their manager in the manner that sections of the Blues support did during Saturday’s 2-2 draw with bottom of the table Rotherham and says all the players are firmly behind boss Mick McCarthy.
 

On Saturday, 31st October 2015

Yorwerth and Stewart's Loan Clubs Win Sat 31st Oct 2015 20:56
On-loan Blues Josh Yorwerth and Cameron Stewart helped their temporary clubs to victories this afternoon, while U21s coach Mark Kennedy was spotted taking in a League Two game.
McCarthy: We'd Probably Have Nicked That Last Year Sat 31st Oct 2015 18:24
Town boss Mick McCarthy says today’s 0-0 home draw with Cardiff City was the type of match the Blues might have nicked all three points from last year. Despite recording their fourth home draw in a row - and their second successive 0-0 at Portman Road - McCarthy was pleased with his side’s performance and to have kept a clean sheet.
Ipswich Town 0-0 Cardiff City - Player Ratings and Reports Sat 31st Oct 2015 17:03
If you saw the match against Cardiff, please give us your player ratings and a mini match report.
Town 0-0 Cardiff - Match Report Sat 31st Oct 2015 17:03
Town’s winless league run stretched to seven games as the Blues drew 0-0 at home to Cardiff City. Daryl Murphy went closest to breaking the deadlock in the first half when Bluebirds keeper David Marshall tipped his header from a Kevin Bru corner against the woodwork.
U18s Lose at QPR Sat 31st Oct 2015 16:11
Town’s U18s were beaten 3-0 at QPR this morning and ended the game with 10 men.
Town 0-0 Cardiff - Half-Time Sat 31st Oct 2015 15:54
Daryl Murphy came close to netting his first goal of the season with a header against the post but Town’s home game with Cardiff City remains 0-0 at the break.
Parr Replaces Knudsen But Town Otherwise Unchanged Sat 31st Oct 2015 14:24
Jonny Parr replaces the injured Jonas Knudsen at left-back in an otherwise unchanged Town side facing Cardiff City this afternoon.
Ipswich Town v Cardiff City - Chatroom Open Sat 31st Oct 2015 14:00
If you're not at the match this afternoon, come and join us in the chatroom and discuss it with hundreds of Town fans (442 were in for Forest).
McCarthy: We Need to Win Today, Forget the Big Picture Sat 31st Oct 2015 06:00
Boss Mick McCarthy says that given the recent run the only thing that matters is the Blues getting back to winning ways against Cardiff City at Portman Road this afternoon. Town are without a victory in their last six Championship games and have won just one of their last nine league matches.
McCarthy: Crawley Delighted With Yorwerth Sat 31st Oct 2015 06:00
Blues boss Mick McCarthy says he’s been getting very good reports from Crawley Town regarding on-loan defender Josh Yorwerth, who extended his spell with the League Two club until December 29th earlier in the week.
 

On Friday, 31st October 2014

Life's a Pitch Live on Radio Suffolk Fri 31st Oct 2014 18:42
Life’s a Pitch is live over Saturday lunchtime on Radio Suffolk (midday to 2pm) with host Mark Murphy joined by legend-in-residence Kevin Beattie, football’s youngest pundit Tractorboy and TWTD's Phil Ham, who will be at Blackpool ahead of the game.
Blackpool v Ipswich Town: Match Betting Fri 31st Oct 2014 15:00
Fancy a flutter on Saturday's match?
Hunt: There's Still a Buzz Fri 31st Oct 2014 13:00
Stephen Hunt has insisted there is still a positive vibe at Town despite the fact that Mick McCarthy’s team take on rock-bottom Blackpool this weekend seeking their first win in six games.
Hunt: Busy Summer Left Me Tired Fri 31st Oct 2014 13:00
Town midfielder Stephen Hunt has attributed his lack of fitness at the start of the season to the pressures of launching a business venture back home in Ireland during the summer.
U18s at QPR Fri 31st Oct 2014 12:30
Town’s U18s are in action away against QPR on Saturday morning (KO 10.45am).
Welcome to the Madhouse, Lee Clark - Notes for Blackpool Fri 31st Oct 2014 10:42
HarryfromBath assesses the mood in the opposition camp ahead of Saturday's game by delving into their forums.
McCarthy Not Sure What to Expect from Blackpool Fri 31st Oct 2014 06:00
Mick McCarthy admits that he doesn’t know quite what to expect from Blackpool under new manager Lee Clark at Bloomfield Road on Saturday. Clark was appointed the Seasiders’ new boss yesterday following Jose Riga’s departure earlier in the week.
Hunt Hoping History Repeats Itself Fri 31st Oct 2014 06:00
Should Stephen Hunt feature for Town at Blackpool on Saturday he will undoubtedly be hoping that history will repeat itself.
McCarthy Refused to Be Blackmailed into Mings Deal Fri 31st Oct 2014 06:00
Town boss Mick McCarthy says he refused to be “blackmailed” into selling left-back Tyrone Mings to Crystal Palace on deadline day. McCarthy, speaking at last night’s Supporters Club AGM, revealed that the Eagles threatened to end the Blues’ hopes of re-signing Jonny Williams on loan.
In the Hunt for More Games Fri 31st Oct 2014 06:00
Stephen Hunt has finally made his first start of the season and admits he would ideally like to clock up several more on the trot.
 

On Thursday, 31st October 2013

Yallop New Chicago Boss Thu 31st Oct 2013 21:33
Former Town defender Frank Yallop has been appointed the coach and director of soccer at MLS side the Chicago Fire following the departure of Frank Klopas, who was sacked on Monday after two seasons in charge.
London Branch Meeting to Watch Barnsley Game Thu 31st Oct 2013 16:27
The London Branch of the ITFC Supporters Club are meeting up to watch the Friday’s live Sky game against Barnsley at the Duke of York in Mayfair, W1 S1AF, between Oxford Circus and Bond Street tube stations.
Listen Again: Naked Football Show Thu 31st Oct 2013 16:21
This week's Naked Football Show is now able to download and sees host Graham Blackburn joined by Ray Slegg and Tom Taylor to discuss the Town issues of the moment.
Taylor in Squad for Barnsley Clash Thu 31st Oct 2013 15:19
Boss Mick McCarthy has confirmed that recalled loan striker Paul Taylor will be in his squad for Friday’s live Sky game against Barnsley at Portman Road. The Town manager again remained coy when asked about the speculation linking him with the Ireland job.
Milne: Still No Contact From FAI Thu 31st Oct 2013 10:53
Joint-managing director Ian Milne reaffirmed that Town have heard nothing from the FAI regarding manager Mick McCarthy at last night’s Supporters Club AGM. McCarthy continues to be linked with the role he previous occupied between 1996 and 2002, although former Sunderland, Leicester and Celtic boss Martin O’Neill has edged ahead of him in the betting this morning.
Win Town Tickets and Go Behind-the-Scenes at Life’s a Pitch Thu 31st Oct 2013 09:31
Fancy watching Ipswich Town take on Watford and going behind-the-scenes on BBC Radio Suffolk’s Life’s a Pitch beforehand?
Edwards One of the Fittest Thu 31st Oct 2013 06:00
Manager Mick McCarthy says skipper Carlos Edwards is one of the fittest players he knows, despite the Trinidad and Tobago international turning 35 last week.
Skuse After Elusive First Town Goal Thu 31st Oct 2013 06:00
Cole Skuse is pleased with the way he has started life as an Ipswich player — with one notable exception. While the player snapped up on a free transfer from Bristol City has been pleased with his displays so far he admits he would be far happier if he had managed to break his scoring duck.
 

On Wednesday, 31st October 2012

Carson in Northern Ireland U21s Wed 31st Oct 2012 18:37
Blues midfielder Josh Carson has been named in the Northern Ireland U21 squad for a friendly against England at Blackpool’s Bloomfield Road on Tuesday 13th November.
Lengthy Deals for New Duo Wed 31st Oct 2012 18:33
Town’s new management team of Mick McCarthy and his assistant Terry Connor will be joining the Blues on three-and-a-half year contracts, TWTD understands. Their appointments will be announced on Thursday with the duo taking control of Town for the first time when they face Birmingham at St Andrew’s on Saturday.
Naked Football Show Tonight Wed 31st Oct 2012 15:38
This evening's Naked Football Show (ICR FM 6pm) sees hosts Graham Blackburn and David James joined by Alex Blagona to discuss all the latest Town developments.
McCarthy Set for £1m Bonus if Town Stay Up Wed 31st Oct 2012 08:58
Incoming Blues boss Mick McCarthy is understood to be set to earn £1 million-a-year at Town, plus another £1 million bonus if he keeps the Blues in the Championship this season. The Blues currently sit bottom of the division, five points from safety having failed to win in their last 12 matches.
 

On Monday, 31st October 2011

Doncaster Want to Keep Sharp Mon 31st Oct 2011 20:02
Doncaster Rovers want to keep hold of striker Billy Sharp, according to agent Willie McKay, who is working as a transfer consultant with the Championship strugglers. Town and Southampton are both believed to have renewed their interest in the 25-year-old frontman, along with a number of other sides.
U18s Draw at Southampton in Game of Five Penalties Mon 31st Oct 2011 12:40
Skipper Callum Bennett (pictured) both scored and missed from the spot — two of five penalties awarded during the game, three to the Blues - as Town’s U18s drew 3-3 with Southampton at their Staplewood training ground on Saturday. Jack Marriott and Tom Winter netted the Blues’ other two goals.
Collins Called Up By Wales Mon 31st Oct 2011 12:01
Loanee defender Danny Collins has been named in the Wales squad for their friendly against Norway next month. The Stoke man is with the Blues until after the Barnsley game on Saturday 10th December.
Stockdale: Squad Still Looking Upwards Mon 31st Oct 2011 09:34
Keeper David Stockdale says the Town squad are still looking upwards rather than worrying about being drawn back into the lower reaches of the division, despite Saturday’s 4-1 defeat at Millwall. The on-loan Fulham man admitted to being surprised that the Blues found themselves two goals behind so early on at the Den.
Jewell: We've Still Got a Soft Underbelly Mon 31st Oct 2011 08:45
Boss Paul Jewell admitted that his side still has “a soft underbelly” after Saturday's 4-1 defeat at Millwall. The Town manager said that although his team pass the ball around, they don’t do so in dangerous areas.
 

On Sunday, 31st October 2010

Keane-Wickham Row Claim Sun 31st Oct 2010 09:30
Town boss Roy Keane is claimed to have had a row with star striker Connor Wickham in a report in one of this morning’s tabloids.
 

On Saturday, 31st October 2009

Keane: Not Our Best But I'll Take the Win Sat 31st Oct 2009 19:32
Boss Roy Keane admitted that his side didn’t play particularly well despite ending their 14-game winless streak by beating Derby County 1-0 at Portman Road.
U18s Draw With Chelsea Sat 31st Oct 2009 19:07
Town’s U18s drew 2-2 with Chelsea at Playford Road on Saturday morning. David Cawley (pictured) and Caolan Lavery scored Town’s goals either side of half-time, Chelsea having gone ahead and then grabbing a late equaliser.
Town 1-0 Derby County Sat 31st Oct 2009 16:56
Town’s winless league run finally ended at the 15th attempt as Derby County were defeated 1-0 at Portman Road. David Wright netted the vital goal with a header in the 66th minute.
Another Cap for Wickham Sat 31st Oct 2009 13:26
Striker Connor Wickham won his seventh U17 cap as his England side completed their UEFA European U17 Championship qualifying group with a 1-0 victory over Serbia in Azerbaijan earlier today.
Keane Yet to Move for Wood Sat 31st Oct 2009 09:59
Town boss Roy Keane has not yet made a move for Sheffield Wednesday defender Richard Wood. The Owls have transfer-listed the 24-year-old who the Blues tried to sign in August.
 

On Friday, 31st October 2008

Don't Forget Your QPR Prediction Fri 31st Oct 2008 12:27
Don't forget to log your prediction for Saturday's home game with QPR on TWTD's Prediction League.
Norris Back From Ban for QPR Clash Fri 31st Oct 2008 12:05
Midfielder David Norris returns from serving a one-match ban for his red card at Plymouth ahead of Saturday's home game with QPR. Boss Jim Magilton has hinted that his side will remain largely unchanged from the team which drew 1-1 with Charlton on Tuesday.
Magilton Confirms Charlton Enquiry for Campo Fri 31st Oct 2008 10:28
Boss Jim Magilton has confirmed Charlton's interest in midfielder Iván Campo, but says the swap deal involving Darren Ambrose reported in a number of national newspapers this morning is far from imminent.
Bowditch Joins Brentford on Loan Fri 31st Oct 2008 09:19
Striker Dean Bowditch has joined League Two Brentford on a month's loan. Bowditch is yet to make a first team appearance this season, having been given a new one-year deal in the summer.
Lambe Out for Goals Against Arsenal Fri 31st Oct 2008 09:11
Bermudian international Reggie Lambe says he is looking to get on the scoresheet when the U18s take on Arsenal at Playford Road on Saturday morning (KO 11am).
Wickham Set for Live Sky England Appearance Fri 31st Oct 2008 08:58
Academy schoolboy Connor Wickham could win his first England U16 cap this evening when his side take on Wales in the Sky Sports Victory Shield in Llanelli. The game is being shown live on Sky Sports One at 7.30pm.
Murray Wins Second Cap Fri 31st Oct 2008 08:52
Academy striker Ronan Murray won his second Republic of Ireland U18 cap last night as his side lost 5-1 to hosts France at the Tournoi de Limoges.
Town and Charlton to Swap Campo and Ambrose? Fri 31st Oct 2008 08:47
Town and Charlton are close to swapping midfielders Iván Campo and Darren Ambrose, according to national newspaper reports this morning. Former Blue Ambrose, out of contract next summer, is a player Jim Magilton has been after for some time.
 

On Wednesday, 31st October 2007

Supporters Club on Takeover Wed 31st Oct 2007 15:29
The Official Town Supporters Club have welcomed news that Marcus Evans is set to take a majority share in the Blues.
Naked Radio This Evening Wed 31st Oct 2007 13:55
Remember to tune in to Ipswich Community Radio's, The Naked Football Show, this evening (6-6.30pm). The programme aims to get to the nub of Town issues as the season progresses. The first few shows have been favourably compared to "four blokes chatting about football in a pub".
Trust on Takeover Wed 31st Oct 2007 13:18
Ipswich Town Ist, the Town Supporters Trust, has welcomed the news that conferencing billionaire Marcus Evans is to take an 87.5% controlling stake in the club. However, the Trust says it would like to hear more detail regarding the plans for the club's debt, which currently stands at £36 million.
Who Is Marcus Evans? Wed 31st Oct 2007 12:57
Who is Marcus Evans, the man set to own 87.5% of Ipswich Town? TWTD looked into the background of the mysterious entrepreneur who made his money from his conference, training and hospitality group of companies.
Town Secure Major Investment Wed 31st Oct 2007 10:20
Town have announced they are close to securing major investment from Marcus Evans, who runs a conference organising business. The move would see the club's £36 million debt all but wiped out plus another £12 million coming into Town via the issue of new shares with Evans becoming the majority shareholder owning 87.5% of the club.
Royle Set for Leicester Talks Wed 31st Oct 2007 09:33
Former Town boss Joe Royle has confirmed that he will hold talks with Leicester City later this week regarding the vacant manager's job at the Walkers Stadium. Royle has been out of a job since leaving Portman Road by mutual consent in May 2006.
 

On Tuesday, 31st October 2006

Plymouth 1-1 Town Tue 31st Oct 2006 23:59
Sylvain Legwinski's third goal in as many games in the first minute helped the Blues to a 1-1 draw at Plymouth. Jim Magilton's side were rarely at their best and ended with game with 10 men as Fabian Wilnis became the first player to receive three red cards while playing for Town.
Two in Team of Week Tue 31st Oct 2006 15:07
Two Town players have again been named in the Coca Cola Championship team of the week. Alan Lee has been rewarded after his hat-trick against Luton, joined by Sylvain Legwinski.
Brighton With Dean Tue 31st Oct 2006 13:16
As we reported yesterday, it has been confirmed that Dean Bowditch has joined the Seagulls on a one month loan.
Halls Set to Sign? Tue 31st Oct 2006 09:18
Reading right-back John Halls is close to signing a one-month loan with the Blues, according to national newspaper reports this morning. Halls, 24, is out of favour at the Madejski Stadium and was watched by Jim Magilton making a rare appearance in the Royals' Carling Cup tie at Liverpool last week.
 

On Monday, 31st October 2005

Reserves Face Watford Mon 31st Oct 2005 14:47
Town's reserves take on Watford's second string at Portman Road this evening (KO 7pm). Irish defender Gerard Nash is continuing his recovery after undergoing a cartilage operation during the summer.
Another Juan Struck Down Mon 31st Oct 2005 14:28
Midfielder Jimmy Juan has become the latest Town player to be sidelined after picking up a facial injury in an accidental clash in training. The French loanee is considered a doubt for Wednesday's trip to Derby.
Holiday Hell for Osborne Mon 31st Oct 2005 13:43
FA Cup final goalscorer Roger Osborne was amongst thousands of holidaymakers evacuated when the Mexican resort of Cancun was battered by Hurricane Wilma. Osborne, now safely back at home in Rushmere, was on a two-week break with wife Margaret, his brother David and his wife Pat.
 

On Sunday, 31st October 2004

Westy Wins! Sun 31st Oct 2004 18:02
Town midfielder Ian Westlake sensationally defeated Commonwealth 200-metre gold medallist Karen Pickering in a 50-metre challenge race at Crown Pools on Sunday afternoon. Westy, a former England Schools Waterpolo player and talented swimmer, led from the start and touched just ahead of the Portman Road season ticket holder.
 

On Friday, 31st October 2003

Robinson Cherries Trial Fri 31st Oct 2003 13:32
Released academy striker Matt Robinson is set for a trial with Second Division AFC Bournemouth. Robinson, beset by injuries last season, was allowed to leave Portman Road earlier this month after being given a three-month contract in the summer.
McGreal in Squad Fri 31st Oct 2003 13:25
Central defender John McGreal is in the Town squad for the first time this season for Saturday's home game against Gillingham.
U19s Face Dons Fri 31st Oct 2003 10:57
Town's U19 side face Wimbledon away on Saturday morning and will hope to halt a run of defeats (KO 11am).
Joe Wins Award Fri 31st Oct 2003 10:15
As expected Town boss Joe Royle has won the poisoned chalice that is the Manager of the Month award. During October his Town side recorded five wins and one draw.
 

On Thursday, 31st October 2002

Town 1-0 Slovan Liberec Thu 31st Oct 2002 23:33
Joe Royle's Town reign got off to a winning start as his side beat Slovan Liberec 1-0 at Portman Road. The victory, gained via a 68th minute Darren Bent goal, kept Town's 40-year unbeaten home European run going and sets up the second leg in the Czech Republic perfectly.
Miller Wants Talks Thu 31st Oct 2002 17:39
Young Town defender Justin Miller will return from his second month on loan at Leyton Orient on Monday and will seek talks with Joe Royle regarding his future. The South African has impressed during his spell at Brisbane Road.
Burley Not Off to Stoke Thu 31st Oct 2002 12:36
Former Town manager George Burley has announced he is not joining Stoke City as their new manager. Burley had looked set to join the Potters and was at their home game with Watford last night.
New TWTD On Sale Thu 31st Oct 2002 12:23
The latest issue of TWTD will go on sale around the ground at tonight's UEFA Cup match against Slovan Liberec. As well as an interview with Matt Holland the issue has a lot on George Burley's departure from Portman Road.
Town's Czech Test Thu 31st Oct 2002 10:02
Town's UEFA Cup opponents Slovan Liberec have not got a long and proud European history, however they have had some promising results in that short spell in UEFA competition. Spanish sides Real Mallorca and Celta Vigo have both been beaten while they came close to knocking AC Milan out of the Champions' League at the qualifying stage this season.
Branagan Retires Thu 31st Oct 2002 00:58
Town keeper Keith Branagan has been forced to retire from the game due to his shoulder injury. Branagan saw a specialist on Tuesday after a nine-month battle against the injury which led to an operation in April.
Royle on Liberec match Thu 31st Oct 2002 00:37
Town manager Joe Royle said he was delighted with his first three days in charge at Portman Road as his side prepared for Thursday night's UEFA Cup game with Slovan Liberec. Royle was well aware of the 40-year unbeaten home record held by the club, which he is charged with upholding against the Czechs.
Burley Set for Stoke Thu 31st Oct 2002 00:32
Former Town manager George Burley watched Stoke City lose 2-1 to Watford on Wednesday night from the directors' box and is expected to be named the new boss at a Britannia Stadium press conference on Thursday afternoon.
 

On Wednesday, 31st October 2001

Town's Goals Will Win It - Burley Wed 31st Oct 2001 15:43
George Burley says that Town's goalscoring will win out in Helsingborg tomorrow. Town have scored five goals in their last two games with Marcus Stewart getting two against Southampton.
Phil's Helsingborg Diary Wed 31st Oct 2001 10:35
It's bit windy here, but I suppose that isn't surprising as we're right on the coast. Friends back home have enquired if there is snow on the ground and “minus how much is it there?”, but as yet we're yet to feel the kind of chill you feel on a terrace in mid-January.
Bramble Return Likely Wed 31st Oct 2001 09:35
Titus Bramble's return on Thursday looks even more likely as we hear he was particularly impressive during the 6-3 win over Cambridge in the behind-closed-doors friendly.
Burley's Job Safe Wed 31st Oct 2001 09:33
George Burley's future is assured despite Town's poor start to the season. The Town boss has been told by David Sheepshanks that whatever happens his job will not be on the line.
New Signing Soon Wed 31st Oct 2001 09:29
George Burley has revealed that he could unveil a new signing as soon as next week, possibly the player being scouted when he was in Italy last Thursday watching Torino and Sampdoria in the Coppa Italia.
 

On Tuesday, 31st October 2000

Stars Rested Tue 31st Oct 2000 11:02
Town look likely to rest a number of players when they meet Arsenal in the Worhtington Cup tomorrow. Mark Venus, James Scowcroft, Richard Naylor and Jim Magilton all missed training yesterday feeling the effects of Saturday's game with Middlesbrough. None seems to be in the 'injured' category exactly, however, George Burley has said he will not risk player in this competition. That means that Martijn Reuser, Titus Bramble and David Johnson and may all get starts against an Arsenal side likely to look very similar to the reserve side which beat the Town second string 3-0 two weeks ago.

Matches On This Day

31 Oct 2020
Sky Bet League One
Ipswich Town 1-0 Crewe Alexandra

31 Oct 2017
Sky Bet Championship
Cardiff City 3-1 Ipswich Town

31 Oct 2015
Sky Bet Championship
Ipswich Town 0-0 Cardiff City

31 Oct 2009
Coca-Cola Championship
Ipswich Town 1-0 Derby County

31 Oct 2006
Coca-Cola Championship
Plymouth Argyle 1-1 Ipswich Town

31 Oct 1998
Nationwide First Division
Ipswich Town 2-0 West Bromwich Albion

31 Oct 1992
Barclays First Division
Nottingham Forest 0-1 Ipswich Town

31 Oct 1989
Barclays Second Division
Ipswich Town 1-0 Watford

31 Oct 1987
Barclays Second Division
AFC Bournemouth 1-1 Ipswich Town

31 Oct 1981
League Division One
Aston Villa 0-1 Ipswich Town

31 Oct 1970
League Division One
Manchester City 2-0 Ipswich Town

31 Oct 1964
League Division Two
Swindon Town 3-1 Ipswich Town

31 Oct 1959
League Division Two
Ipswich Town 2-0 Hull City

31 Oct 1953
Division Three (S)
Ipswich Town 3-0 Walsall





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