Date: Sunday, 5 October 2025
Venue: Portman Road, Ipswich
Match Summary
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Final Score: Ipswich 2–1 Norwich
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Goal Scorers: Cedric Kipre (32’), Jaden Philogene (45’) – Ipswich; Oscar Schwartau (35’) – Norwich
Ipswich ended a long winless streak against rivals Norwich, securing a dramatic 2–1 victory in the East Anglian derby. Norwich had remained unbeaten in 12 consecutive derby matches and Ipswich had not defeated them since April 2009.
Key Moments
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Cedric Kipre’s Opening Goal (32’)
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Kipre lashed a powerful half-volley into the roof of the net after a crowded scramble in the Norwich box.
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Portman Road erupted as the home side took the lead.
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Norwich Equaliser (35’)
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Oscar Schwartau fired a first-time volley from the edge of the D, which deflected past Alex Palmer to level the score.
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Schwartau marked his first goal of the season.
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Jaden Philogene’s Derby-Winning Strike (45’)
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Philogene spun in midfield and unleashed a 30-yard missile into the top corner, beating Vlad Kovacevic despite a fingertip touch.
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BBC Radio Suffolk commentator Brenner Woolley called it “one of the great derby goals”.
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Match Dynamics
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Ipswich initially looked frantic at the back, giving Norwich early confidence.
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Norwich created chances through Josh Sargent and Jack Stacey, but Ipswich’s defence and key interventions, like Kellen Fisher’s block, kept the home side in the game.
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The match was marked by physical battles, with Harry Darling receiving a yellow card for a pullback on Leif Davis.
Analysis
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Ipswich displayed resilience and flair, particularly in midfield creativity and finishing.
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Norwich were competitive but lacked the composure to capitalize on Ipswich errors.
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This victory boosts Ipswich morale, breaking a 16-year derby drought, and gives them momentum in the Championship campaign.
Looking Ahead
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Ipswich will hope to build on this win in upcoming fixtures.
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Norwich will look to regroup and recover from a rare derby defeat.
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