Jaden Philogene’s early curler was enough for Ipswich Town to secure victory against Stoke City, beating them 1-0 at Portman Road tonight.

The winger put his side ahead with less than two minutes on the clock, firing into the net from the edge of the area to get the Blues up and running. However, the Potters stood toe-to-toe with them while chasing an equaliser, giving Town space to attack.

Neither side managed to take a chance after the interval, but the hosts defended well to ensure that one goal was all they needed, keeping them fourth in the Championship table.

TEAM NEWS

Kieran McKenna made just one change to the team that beat Coventry City 3-0 on Saturday.

Christian Walton kept his place in goal, despite Alex Palmer’s return to the bench after missing nine games with a calf inju

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