Ipswich Town dominated Rayo Vallecano in their penultimate pre-season friendly, securing a convincing 3-0 victory at Portman Road. The Tractor Boys, who finished second in the Championship last season with 84 points (23W-15D-8L), are gearing up for their return to the Premier League after a 3-0 win over the Spanish side.
What happened?
All three goals came in the second half, with Leif Davis netting twice and new signing Emersonn sealing the win. Kjell Scherpen and Florentino Luis made their debuts, while fellow newcomer Sasa Lukic watched from the stands after his arrival was confirmed on Saturday.
Why it matters for Ipswich Town
This victory marks a strong step in Ipswich’s pre-season preparations as they aim to hit the ground running in the Premier League. Gary O’Neil’s side will face a tough test in their opener against Sunderland on 22 August, but this performance shows they are building momentum.
What comes next?
Ipswich will wrap up their pre-season with a final friendly against Union Berlin before turning their focus to the Premier League. Last season, they scored 80 goals and conceded 47, finishing 11 points behind leaders Coventry. Their attacking prowess will be key as they look to make an impact in the top flight.
